Puppy health and care

This depends on the time of the first vaccination and the type of vaccine. As a rule, basic immunization takes place at 8, 12 and 16 weeks of age. You can find out when and what needs to be vaccinated at your veterinary practice.

The general recommendation is usually: between vaccinations and every 3 months thereafter. The length of the interval depends on whether your puppy has already had a worm infestation and whether there is a low risk of infection because your furry friend stays away from the excrement of other pets.

The list of possible causes is long, especially for puppies: moving stress, a change of food, gastrointestinal parasites, infectious diseases or a swallowed toy are probably the most common causes. To be on the safe side, contact your veterinary practice if you notice diarrhea in your puppy.

Simple answer: as rarely as possible, as often as necessary. Please only use clean water or dog shampoo on puppies and make sure that the little four-legged friend is dried off well after the bath so that he doesn’t get a cold.

As a rule, vaccinations are due shortly after the little four-legged friend moves in, for which a visit to a veterinary practice is recommended. Of course, veterinary advice should also always be sought for all types of symptoms of illness.

Fleas and ticks can be a danger that should not be underestimated, especially for small dogs, because they suck blood and transmit diseases. Suitable products that kill these parasites can be obtained from your veterinary practice.

During the change of teeth, you can support the dog by offering him chewing material. However, biting on very hard objects such as stones should be discouraged. Violent tugging games should also be avoided during the period of tooth change. Regular tooth brushing, on the other hand, is an effective prophylaxis against tartar.