There are two fear periods that puppies go through, one during the Socialization Stage and another during the Adolescent Stage. The onset of the fear period depends on the individual dog, and it can be influenced by breed.1 Studies have shown that German Shepherds can experience an onset of fear at five weeks old; Cavalier […]
Puppy Guides
Puppyhood: The Five Stages of Growth
There are five stages of growth that a puppy experiences before they become an adult. The stages can be generalized by age but often our responses have to be guided by the pup’s individual development rather exactly their age.1 Neonatal Stage (0-14 Days) The Neonatal Stage begins as soon as the pup is born and […]
