Puppies

Meet the Real Life "Lassie" A Pet's Life
Meet the Real Life "Lassie"
A stray dog lead animal rescuers out into the woods to save 10 puppies and their mother.
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Why Should I Neuter My New Puppy? Dog Surgery A-Z
Why Should I Neuter My New Puppy?
Neutering your new puppy offers protection that many are not aware of. Learn the benefits of the neutering procedure and the ease with which it can be performed.
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Cleft Lip and Palate in Puppies Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Cleft Lip and Palate in Puppies
Cleft lip and cleft palate are common birth defects in puppies. Learn more about the cause and treatment of this oral deformity.
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How Do I Trim My New Puppy's Nails? Dog Grooming
How Do I Trim My New Puppy's Nails?
A nail trimming gone wrong can result in tears from you and your dog. Learn the expert tips for trimming before you risk any trauma.
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Liver Shunt in Dogs Dog Diseases & Conditions A-Z
Liver Shunt in Dogs
A liver shunt means that your new puppy isn't using his liver at all. Fortunately, there could be a cure. Learn which kinds of shunts can be fixed.
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A New Year’s Resolution: No More Puppy Mills A Vet's Life
A New Year’s Resolution: No More Puppy Mills
When you see a puppy in a pet store, it's so hard to say no to that adorable face.
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New-Dog Checklists
Choosing the Right Dog
Picking the perfect dog can be a challenge, Dr.
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Dog Behavior
Puppy Socialization and the Sensitive Period: When is it, and is it important?
Dr. Sophia Yin, the Pet Health Network's resident behavioralist, explains how and why we know that socializing puppies is important. Several ground-breaking studies have shown that the earlier socialization starts, the more well-adjusted a dog will become in later years.
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Dr. Ernie's Top Reasons to Visit the Vet With Your New Puppy New-Dog Checklists
Dr. Ernie's Top Reasons to Visit the Vet With Your New Puppy
To help you and your new bundle of bliss establish a lifetime of healthy habits, I’ve assembled my top reasons a puppy’s best friend is your family veterinarian.
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Getting a Second Dog New-Dog Checklists
Getting a Second Dog
When you bring a new dog home you're changing a lot more than you might realize. Learn what tensions a second dog can bring to your home and how to keep all of your dogs well behaved during the transition.
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