Wash & Wag Grooming

“The bad new is I couldn’t find the ball.  The good news is that I took a bath.”

“You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.”  ~ John Bunyan

Oh how those furry little black and white creatures can wreak so much havoc! Should you ever experience a skunking (and I hope you don’t) STAY AWAY FROM WATER – DO NOT BATHE!  Skunks emit an oily substance and bathing without properly neutralizing the stench first will only make matters worse; it will spread the…

All pets get mats every now and then.  Even short haired breeds get them on occasion believe it or not.  There are the “pretty puppy” mats that happen behind the ears from too much loving on them (okay, there’s really never too much loving you can give back to them!), then there’s the occasional “rump…

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

3-12 Weeks = Socialization Stage; critical time to provide opportunities to meet other dogs and people, they are learning how to play, becoming aware of surroundings, refining physical skills and coordination, and social skills are developing; positive human interaction is essential, reinforcement and training should begin Next post 3-6 months stage

2 – 4 Weeks = Transitional Stage; when a puppy is most influenced by their Mother and Littermates, their eyes open, teeth cut through, hearing and sense of smell are developing, they begin to stand, walk some, wag tails and bark Next post 3-12 Week Stage

If you’re considering getting a new puppy or already have one this information will be invaluable in understanding the growing process (and pains) you will both experience.  The series to follow is a quick insight to the Developmental Stages of a Puppy. 0-2 Weeks = Neonatal Stage; when a puppy is most influenced by their…