Puppies

Assessing the Litter

Who can resist an adorable puppy? You would need a heart of stone to turn your back on a litter of pups, but this is a time when you must keep a cool head. You are taking on a dog for the duration of his life, and you do not want to face possible heartbreak by buying a sickly or unsuitable puppy. Look for the following signs of a healthy, well-reared litter: • The environment where the puppies are kept should be clean and smell fresh. • The puppies should come running to greet you, and they should be lively and playful. • The pups should not be pot-bellied, which could indicate the presence of roundworm.

Choosing the Right Cat or Dog from a Litter

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Puppies