The first few weeks of owning a puppy can be the most frustrating, and terrifying weeks for you and your new best friend. This is when they are the most susceptible to viruses, choking hazards and other accidents. Not strictly following training protocols and vaccination schedules can lead to some scary situations.
This is why we offer guidance, vaccines, and training for your new furry friend. Partnering with Mertens Mammals helps ensure the safety of your pet and a less stressful start for you becoming a new pet owner. Let us help guide you on the best route for you and your puppy no matter the breed. From small breeds such as Corgis to large breeds like Great Danes, Kath Mertens and Sammi Jones have years of experience and expertise to offer you as you enter this new chapter of puppy parenthood.
Helpful Dates to Keep in Mind:
8 Weeks: This is the soonest you should bring your puppy home. They have had plenty of litter socialization, learned how to eat solid foods, and had an appropriate amount of time to learn proper manners from their mom. This is also when they should receive their first parvovirus vaccine if it was not already provided by the breeder.
12 Weeks: Simple training has begun for your puppy and they are learning who their new master is and how to appropriately behave in their new home. They should also receive a Parvovirus Booster shot at about this age, depending on when the first dose was given.
16 Weeks: Your puppy has learned a trick or two, but most importantly is developing manners. Ideally they are having less accidents in the house and you should be proud of the progress the two of you have made. It is also time for their final Parvovirus shot.
