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If you're thinking about getting a puppy or have just brought one home, here's what you need to know to give him the best possible start in life.

Preparing for Your Puppy

What to look for when selecting a purebred puppy.

How to tell if the puppy you're bringing home is healthy.

Tips for getting your house – and everyone in it – ready for the new arrival.

Puppy Training

How to nip this natural (and annoying) puppy behavior in the bud.

Follow these guidelines to keep accidents to a minimum.

The pros and cons of this popular training technique.

Teach your puppy how to get along with others.

Puppy Health

Advice for caring for a puppy during the first weeks of its life.

Puppies have special nutritional needs. Get the facts.

Find out which vaccinations your puppy needs, and when.

Puppies are susceptible to certain health risks: Know what to look for.

A vet answers common questions about spaying and neutering.