6 – 18 Months, puppies will go through adolescence, time period when they are most influenced by humans and other pack members This wraps up the Puppy Series, I hope it’s been helpful in understanding some of the behaviors your new best friend is or will display and provide you with a little more patience in knowing what’s to…

7 – 9 Months, puppies explore dominance including challenging humans, if unneutered/unsprayed will begin to demonstrate sexual behavior, will have a second chewing phase Next post 6 to 18 month stage

3 – 6 Months, puppies focus is mostly on social order, pack rank, they will teethe so make sure they have appropriate chew toys Next post 7-9 months stage