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puppy development

Understanding Puppy Fear Periods: The Tidy Story and the Messy One

September 9, 2026September 9, 2026 by James Parker
Puppy suddenly showing fear of a familiar object during a developmental fear period

The two-window version of fear periods is repeated everywhere with dates attached. Here is what is actually documented, and what to do while it is happening.

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Puppy Teething Timeline, and What Belongs to Your Vet

September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by James Parker
Puppy teething timeline showing a young dog chewing a toy while permanent teeth replace baby teeth

A general age range for teething, the signs worth watching, and the three findings in a puppy’s mouth that are a vet appointment rather than a phase.

Categories Dog Behavior Tags chew toys, puppy development, puppy teething, puppy training, when to call the vet Leave a comment

How Much Exercise Does a Puppy Need? The Rule Has No Study Behind It

September 7, 2026September 7, 2026 by James Parker
Young puppy resting after gentle play outdoors, illustrating safe exercise, free play, and puppy enrichment

The five-minutes-per-month rule is everywhere. We went looking for the evidence and found blogs quoting blogs. Here is what to do instead of following a number.

Categories Dog Behavior Tags growth plates, puppy development, puppy exercise, puppy training, when to call the vet Leave a comment
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