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Pre-Puppy
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Pre-Puppy

What’s better than puppies? That’s right: your own puppy. So, what do you need to know before you take the plunge into pet parenthood?

0-2 months
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0-2 months

Welcome to the world little one. It’s all grow-grow-grow for your puppy right now, so there’s many things to prepare.

2-3 months
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2-3 months

Your puppy is ready to come home and turn your world upside down. It’s time to put your preparation into practice – and remember to take it all in!

3-6 months
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3-6 months

You’re entering a period of immense growth, lots of learning and new adventures. Bring on the play date with the big wide world!

6-12 months
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6-12 months

Your fur-baby is nearing adulthood. Can you see their grown self coming through? Sigh…they grow up so fast, don’t they?

12-18 months
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12-18 months

Your puppy has turned one and they might not be so little anymore. Make sure to book their first annual check-up.

18 months - 3 years
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18 months - 3 years

Your dog is one an established family member now. Enjoy who they have become and the bond you now share at this special stage.

3 - 8 years
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3 - 8 years

Your dog is a full-grown adult now. They understand where their place is in your home and the wider world.

8+ years
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8+ years

Just like many senior citizens, senior dogs have some extra needs. Learn to look after your best friend and support their health as they grow older.

VitaPet Vet – Dogs Joint, Coat & Skin Health

VitaPet Vet – Dogs Joint, Coat & Skin Health

Dogs Joint, Coat & Skin health

Joint disease is fairly common, and it affects dogs of all ages and sizes.
Signs to look for include favouring of a leg. In big dogs this can be more obvious as a limp, in little dogs it can look more like skipping or signs can be more subtle such as slowness to get up

Common types of skin conditions include contact allergens, parasites, atopy and food allergies. Look for redness, raised lumps or welts, pustules, hair loss, changes in the smell of the coat, unpleasant odour.

VitaPet have launched our new supporting every day health range, which includes treats for

  1. Joint Care
  2. Skin and Coat Health
  3. Digestive Health

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