This article is about the juvenile dog. For other uses, see Puppy (disambiguation). A Keeshond-Sibirian Husky puppy A Great Pyrenees pup. A puppy is a juvenile dog, generally less than one year of age that has not reached sexual maturity. The term is sometimes abbreviated to pup, a term also used for the offspring of wolves. Puppy size varies among breeds, smaller puppies may weigh 1-3 lbs, while others are 15-20 lbs. All healthy puppies grow rapidly after birth. Coats can change color as the puppy grows older, as is commonly seen in breeds such as the Yorkshire Terrier. Contents 1 Breeding 2 Training 3 Physical alteration 4 References 5 See also Breeding Newborn Golden Retriever puppies Reputable dog breeders raise their animals in humane conditions, provide good socialization and often formal training, and adhere to the breed standard. They are knowledgeable about major health problems associated with their breed, and with the principles of genetics, frequently undertaking specific matings to produce or refine particular desirable characteristics in their dogs. Less than scrupulous breeding operations, known as Puppy mills, may provide less attention to genetics, prenatal care, and nutrition, and often produce puppies which are improperly socialized and in poor health. Training Puppies need to be trained and properly socialized to ensure good manners and safety throughout their lives. Training puppies is not always easy: it requires a lot of work, as they do not know right from wrong and must rely on the owner for guidance. Often, aggressive or skittish adult dogs can be blamed on the owner's lack of discipline and training.[citation needed] It is critical for puppy socialization that they interact often with humans and be exposed to a variety of objects and situations. Training of basic obedience can begin at the same time, although recommendations for how intense and how soon vary. Training for young puppies is generally recommended to be light, gentle, and fun; more like a game than an exercise. Most formal puppy classes accept puppies starting at three months of age, although some provide socialization classes for younger pups. Local dog trainers may also offer some in home training for younger puppies. Housebreaking can begin by the time the puppy is two to three months old, although they usually do not have enough control of their bladder to be completely housebroken until they are six months to a year old.[citation needed] Some find that using training pads is an effective method of housebreaking. Others prefer to use a crate training method. Physical alteration Some

2 accused in killings of S. Ore. puppies - Seattle Times

MERLIN, Ore. — Sheriff's deputies say they have accused two young people in the killings of four dogs stolen from the Josephine County animal shelter. Eleven dogs were stolen Friday. Later, four puppies were found dead, apparently hit in the head ...

Man charged in deaths of puppies - Montana Standard

KALISPELL (AP) — A retired Kalispell doctor has been charged with aggravated cruelty to animals after being accused of abandoning 12 puppies at a dump site in Somers, Flathead County officials said. John L. Heine, 74, was charged with the 12 ...

Koda: Newborn and His Six Siblings Get a Second Chance - Washington Post

Veterinary technician Jennifer Hammond of Prince George's County volunteered with Montgomery County Humane Society (MCHS), which sheltered about 100 dogs rescued from Katrina. She spent much of her time at Lamar-Dixon, a private facility in Gonzales ...

Petland in Marietta Assists in Rescue and Care Efforts of Puppies from ... - Forbes

The Petland store in Marietta, Ohio, has announced its efforts to assist in the rescue of nearly 1,000 dogs and puppies from Whispering Oaks Kennel in Parkersburg. "Both the community and our Petland team members are dedicated to making sure the ...

2 accused in killings of S. Ore. puppies - Seattle Times

MERLIN, Ore. — Sheriff's deputies say they have accused two young people in the killings of four dogs stolen from the Josephine County animal shelter. Eleven dogs were stolen Friday. Later, four puppies were found dead, apparently hit in the head ...

Beach SPCA sends team to rescue 100 puppies in W.Va. - The Virginian-Pilot

Five Virginia Beach SPCA members traveled through the night in a caravan loaded with empty dog crates after being called on to help aid rescue more than 1,000 dogs. The animals were removed from the Whispering Oaks Kennel in Parkersburg, W.Va. The ...

Puppies a fun distraction - Cincinnati.com

We have had cool nights which has made for some good sleeping. Perhaps this is the first taste of fall? We were blessed with rain on Saturday. We are still in need of lots more, but that will help the gardens. We did get our third cutting of hay in ...