How long does puppyhood last: depends on the size of the dog

19.05.2024 17:06

People who, until recently, were not familiar with dogs and the peculiarities of their maintenance, may ask a variety of questions.

For example, they may be interested in how long puppyhood lasts. You will find the answer in this article.

It doesn’t matter whether you got a purebred dog or became the owner of a mongrel puppy, the paths and timeframes of its development are no different.

The only thing that affects how long a dog will remain a puppy is its size.

The smaller your pet is, the faster it will develop.

Puppy
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As a rule, by the age of one year, a representative of a small breed is a mature young animal.

At the same time, the “large ones” take longer to fully mature.

Until they reach 1.5-2 years of age, these dogs are considered puppies. They behave accordingly, not feeling like an adult dog.

Dogs are considered adult animals at two years of age.

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Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources