THE FIRST YEAR shapes your puppy's lifelong health
Puppy Care Guidance: Raise a Healthy Puppy with Confidence
HealthyPupTips makes puppy care simple and accessible with clear, vet-informed guidance.
Get Ready for Your Next Vet Visit
Not sure what your puppy needs at each stage? Our simple, one-page care by age handouts give you helpful tips to bring to your vet visit or use at home.
Take them with you, print them out, and feel prepared for your puppy’s next visit.
EveryTHING YOU NEED TO GIVE YOUR Puppy A HEALTHY START
Vet-Informed Guidance
What You'll Learn at Each Stage
Your Puppy's Journey by Age
Every tip from HealthyPupTips is backed by trusted veterinary guidance, including the American Veterinary Medical Association, so you can find what you need in one place.
Simple, reliable guidance to help you care for your puppy with confidence.
Your Puppy's Journey by Age
What You'll Learn at Each Stage
Your Puppy's Journey by Age
Everything is organized around your puppy's age.
- 6-8 weeks: First vet visit
- 10-12 weeks: Vaccines
- 14-16 weeks: Final series
- 6 months: Training stage
- 12 months: Adult care
What You'll Learn at Each Stage
What You'll Learn at Each Stage
What You'll Learn at Each Stage
- Feeding and Nutrition — What to feed, how much and when
- Vaccines and preventive care — Stay on schedule and know what to expect
- Behavior and Training — Build good habits from day one
- Sleep and daily routines — Create structure your puppy can thrive in