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Is the first week of having a puppy the hardest?

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The first month of owning a puppy is probably the hardest, and knowing what to expect and help you to decide whether you are ready, and let you know what you are in for!


What's the hardest stage of having a puppy?

It can vary a bit based on each dog, but your puppy likely will hit “adolescence” around 7-10 months, with 8-9 months being the peak described by most owners.

What should I expect from my puppy the first week?

Start House Training in the First Week Some puppies may need to be taken outside as frequently as every two or three hours. Others may need to go potty within 10 minutes of a meal or a big drink. Routine helps, so keep feeding times and sleep times the same if you can.

What week do puppies get easier?

Having a puppy gets easier once they hit 4-5 months of age because that's when puppies are usually potty-trained, can focus for longer, and have settled into their new home.

Is a new puppy harder than a baby?

Here's the thing, though — when it comes to raising cute, helpless and needy creatures, raising a puppy is way harder than raising a baby.

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