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9 Things to Know Before Getting a Puppy
Bringing a puppy into your household requires planning across daily life, finances, and long-term care. Consider practical needs like time, training, health, and where the animal will come from before deciding. Commitment & lifespan Expect the average companion dog to live about 10–15 years, with smaller breeds often living longer and larger breeds sometimes shorter
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Raising a Puppy. When Does It Get Easier?
Raising a puppy involves shifting routines and new responsibilities as the dog grows and learns. A clear sense of timing for common challenges makes planning and training more effective. Developmental Timeline and Milestones Puppy development is commonly divided into age ranges of 0–8 weeks, 8–16 weeks, 4–6 months, and 6–18 months to describe when behaviors