Puppy Tips

The pitter-patter of tiny paws in your home is so exciting. But what don’t you know about caring for a new puppy? Spot's experts are here to help.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Your New Puppy

5 Things You Need to Know About Your New Puppy 1. It’s never too early to start training A puppy’s primary socialization period is before they are 16 weeks old, and this is also when they are most sponge-like, eager, and willing to listen and learn....

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7 months ago

What You Need to Know About Puppy Teething

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Does Pet Insurance Cover Spaying and Neutering? A Comprehensive Guide

Spaying and Neutering for Puppies: How Can Pet Insurance Help? If you’re a first-time dog parent, then you probably have a few questions about spaying and neutering. Deciding to spay or neuter your pup can feel like a daunting decision for some,...

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8 months ago

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What to Know Before Getting a Shiba Inu: 10 Important Things Future Owners Should Understand

Before getting a Shiba Inu, you should know this breed is independent, strong-willed, difficult to train, prone to heavy shedding, and not ideal for first-time dog owners. While intelligent and loyal, Shiba Inus require confident leadership, consistent...

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8 months ago

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Basset Fauvre de Bretagne: What to Know Before Bringing One Home

Breed Characteristics The Basset Fauvre de Bretagne is a small to medium-sized dog with a solid, sturdy build. They typically weigh between 25 to 40 pounds and stand around 12.5 to 15.5 inches tall1. With a life expectancy of 11 to 14 years, they can...

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What to Know Before Getting a Lakeland Terrier

The Lakeland Terrier is a small but spirited breed known for its confidence, cleverness, and lively nature. Originally bred to chase foxes through the rugged terrain of Northern England, these dogs bring a bold attitude and a lot of personality to any...

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What to Know Before Getting a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

Characteristics of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen—often shortened to PBGV—is a compact yet robust breed known for its tousled coat and cheerful personality. Typically weighing between 25 and 40 pounds and standing 13...

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What to Know Before Getting a Finnish Spitz

Characteristics of the Finnish Spitz The Finnish Spitz is a small to medium-sized dog known for its foxy appearance, pointed ears, and curved, plumed tail. These dogs have a rich golden-red coat that gives off a glowing hue—never one solid color, but...

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Crate Training a Puppy

Introduction Thinking about crate training your puppy? Puppies have tons of energy and may feel impossible to properly monitor all the time, especially when you have a house with multiple rooms in which they can wander off. Apart from having...

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Manchester Terrier: What You Should Know Before Bringing One Home

Manchester Terrier Characteristics The Manchester Terrier is a small but sturdy breed that typically weighs between 12 and 22 pounds1. These dogs often live a long and healthy life, with a life expectancy of 15 to 17 years1. They have a short, sleek...

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