Although dogs cannot speak, they understand human nature. Their attachment to their owners surpasses that of humans. Many friends impulsively buy a dog because of a touching story or an emotional moment, but without understanding the dog's living habits and behavioral traits, many dogs fall ill or suffer from malnutrition due to unbalanced diet soon after arriving at their new home. To better raise and reduce the incidence of diseases in puppies, we must first understand your dog. You should know that your dog is the best, the most special, unique in the world. Because of it, your life will become richer, full of joy and satisfaction. It will be a miracle in your life! Their amazing ability to unconditionally give love, their nature to protect humans from harm, and their desire to become the most loyal companion have all made dogs deeply loved by humans. Therefore, before raising one, let us prepare and learn together for the best friend.

　　When you first see your beloved dog, it may already be eight weeks old (many unscrupulous sellers sell puppies just after they turn one month old to increase the price). Under the careful care of the dog's mother and owner, it has generally learned to feed itself and interact with people. During this time, the puppy has experienced four important stages, from completely relying on its mother to having the basic ability to adapt socially (haha, including human society and dog society).

Birth - 2 weeks

　　Newborn stage (Birth - 2 weeks), during the first few days after birth, the puppy completely depends on its mother for food and warmth. The owner also caresses it to help it get used to human contact. Puppies typically open their eyes around half a month old.

2-3 weeks

　　Transitional stage (2-3 weeks), as the body develops, the puppy’s sensory functions and motor skills rapidly improve. It will see things for the first time, smell things, hear sounds, taste, and touch this brand new world for the first time. Everything is so beautiful and lovely. From initially crawling slowly to later toddling, owners should provide a spacious and safe living environment allowing the puppy to learn to leave the sleeping area to defecate (don’t expect too much from your puppy. They cannot suddenly understand right from wrong nor know to hold urine to go at a fixed place. Like toddlers, it takes three to four months for bladder, muscles, and other organs to fully develop.) Potty training requires the owner’s patience. Near the end of the transitional stage, the puppy will grow its first baby tooth and start licking liquids and chewing soft foods. That little look is extremely adorable!

3-4 weeks

　　Cognitive stage (3-4 weeks), the puppies learn how to eat food, gradually reduce nursing frequency, and the mother dog is no longer willing to nurse. Some mother dogs even run far away avoiding the puppies. This is a sensitive period; owners begin trying to feed the puppy weaning food and start training them to eat soft foods. During this period, provide a stable and familiar environment for the puppy to freely explore, which is crucial for sensory function development.

4-8 weeks

　　Preliminary social adaptation (4-8 weeks), during this period, let the puppy have as much contact with people as possible and accept human caresses and hugs. This will help the puppy quickly adapt to its new home and smoothly transition to adulthood. At this time, the puppy starts preparing to leave its mother and gradually transitions to solid food, fully weaned, learning to eat and drink by itself. Puppy, keep it up!

　　Next is when the dog arrives at the new home with the new owner; it’s time to prepare for the dog and learn how to raise it. Are you ready?