Puppies & Kittens
Development, vaccinations, training, and care for young pets.
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Rottweiler Puppy Separation Anxiety — Help
It's really common to see separation anxiety in young dogs, and Rottweilers in particular tend to bond very closely with their people — so it makes a lot of sense that a 1-year-old male Rottweiler ...
Is Soft Stool Normal in 3-Month Puppies?
It's completely understandable to wonder about this — you're paying close attention to Moose, which is exactly what a good puppy parent should do! Soft stool in a young puppy like Moose (at 3 mont...
Can Puppies Drink Electrolyte Water?
What a sweet little guy — Westies at 9 weeks are just the best! It's great that you're thinking carefully about what goes into Murphy's body at such a young age. Here's the general picture: **plai...
Dog Coughing After Drinking Water?
It's understandable to notice something like this — coughing after drinking is one of those things that's easy to spot but can have a few different explanations, so it's good that you're paying att...
Why Is My Kitten Coughing?
It's understandably worrying to hear your little one coughing — especially at just 5 months old when she's still so young. The good news is that periodic coughing in kittens has several possible ex...
Puppy Playing With Food Instead of Eating?
It's totally understandable to notice this and wonder if something's off — you want to make sure your little guy is getting the nutrition he needs! The good news is that playing with food is actua...
Why Is My Dog Not Gaining Weight?
It sounds like you're worried about Zeus not filling out the way you'd expect — that's a really common concern with young dogs, and it's great that you're paying attention to it. A quick note: bas...
Why Does My Puppy Vomit After Drinking Water?
It's definitely worrying to watch your pup gulp down water and then bring it right back up — you're not alone in dealing with this, and it's good that you're paying attention to it. When a dog dri...
Puppy Scared of Leash — How to Help?
It's so clear how much you care about Milo, and it's genuinely frustrating when something that should be simple — a walk — becomes a source of stress for both of you. The good news is that leash fe...
How Much to Feed a 7-Month Cavalier Puppy?
Scout sounds like a sweet pup! It's great that you're thinking carefully about his nutrition at this stage — 7 months is an important time for a growing Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Here's some ...
Is One Hour of Playtime Too Much for a Kitten?
It's so sweet that you're so dedicated to keeping Mittens active and engaged — that kind of attention really does make a difference for a young kitten's development! The short answer is: one solid...
Why Does My Lab Puppy Jump on Counters?
It sounds like Winston is keeping you on your toes! Counter-surfing is really common in Labrador puppies — they're naturally curious, food-motivated, and growing fast, which means those counters ar...
Why Is My Puppy Licking and Biting Constantly?
It's really common to notice this in young puppies, and it's good that you're paying attention! A 4-month-old pup who's constantly licking and biting at herself when she's awake could be reacting t...
How to Treat a Puppy Paw Cut?
Oh no, poor little guy! A tiny cut from a splinter or thorn is stressful to see, especially on such a young pup. The good news is that small surface cuts like this are something you can often manag...
How to Stop Kitten Sleeping on Your Face?
That's such a sweet problem to have — a 2-month-old kitten who wants to be as close to you as possible! At this age she's still very much bonded to warmth and heartbeat sounds, so your face is basi...
Puppy Coughing and Gagging — What to Do?
It sounds like you're describing Charlie making a hacking, gagging, or retching motion — almost like he's trying to bring something up. That can definitely be alarming to watch, especially with a y...
Why Won't My Puppy Eat in Hot Weather?
It's completely understandable to be concerned when a young pup isn't eating well — especially one as young as Nova. Let me share some general information that might help you make sense of what's g...
How to Stop Puppies From Tearing Up Pads?
It's such a common puppy puzzle — you set up the pad perfectly, and two minutes later it's confetti! Luna is at a really fun (and busy!) age, so this is completely normal behavior. Here's some gene...
Can Cherry Eye in Dogs Go Away Without Surgery?
It's completely understandable to be concerned when you notice something like this — seeing that little red bump in the corner of your pup's eye can be alarming, especially in both eyes at once. *...
When Can You Train an Australian Cattle Dog Puppy?
It's so common to feel this way with a puppy like Nova — and honestly, the fact that you can already see her intelligence is a great sign! Australian Cattle Dogs are famously bright and driven, but...
Best Way to Potty Train a Puppy?
What a fun stage — a 2-month-old puppy is actually at a great age to start building good habits! At this age, her bladder is tiny and her control is still developing, so accidents are completely no...
French Bulldog Itching and Red Skin — Causes?
It's really common to notice itching and skin redness in dogs, and it's good that you're paying attention to it early. For an 8-month-old French Bulldog like Ace, there are a few things that common...
Kibble vs Whole Food Diet for Puppies?
It's great that you're thinking carefully about Storm's nutrition at such an important stage in her life — the first year really does set the foundation for a dog's long-term health. The honest an...
When Can You Bathe a Miniature Pinscher Puppy?
It sounds like you've got a very young pup on your hands, and the scratching has you understandably curious about what you can do to help him feel more comfortable! **Bathing age for young puppies...
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