Puppies may start to open their eyes during this week.
1st dose of adequate preventive treatment against intestinal parasites*.

*During all your dog's life stages, controlling external parasites is essential. If you think your cat may be attacked by any of these ungrateful visitors (fleas, ticks, lice or mites) ask your veterinarian about the best treatment for your animal and its environment.

Eyes should already be open.
Appearance of the 1st baby canine teeth

Appearance of the 1st baby incisor teeth
2nd dose of preventive treatment against intestinal parasites

Appearance of the 1st baby premolar teeth
Puppies may already be trying to eat solid food. Ask your veterinarian about the best diet for them, since the correct choice will keep them healthy.
1st visit to the veterinarian
1st vaccinations
3rd dose of preventive treatment against intestinal parasites
You should consider starting a preventive program for heartworm disease at this age. Ask your veterinarian about the risk factors involved and the proper medication and schedules.

Appearance of the 1st definitive incisor teeth
4th dose of preventive treatment against intestinal parasites

2nd visit to the veterinarian
1st vaccination booster
5th dose of preventive treatment against intestinal parasites

6th dose of preventive treatment against intestinal parasites. From now on, it is important for you to keep your pet free of parasites. Ask your veterinarian about the proper treatment to prevent future infestations. This may include fecal exams and a de-worming schedule.

3rd visit to the veterinarian
2nd vaccination booster

Appearance of the 1st definitive premolar teeth
Time to ask your veterinarian about neutering/spaying your dog if you are not planning on breeding.
Your dog is growing really fast and so are his coat and claws! Remember your pet may need grooming care any time soon. Grooming care is essential during all your pet's life.

Appearance of the 1st definitive canine and molar teeth.
1st rabies vaccination (depending on local laws)
If you have not considered sterilization of your pet, now is the time to do something about it. Ask your veterinarian for advice regarding all surgical options.

Your small breed dog has almost reached his adult size. Ask your veterinarian about diet changes to meet his new nutrient requirements.
From now on you should consider professional dental care for your pet since this will avoid future conditions affecting your pet's oral health.**

**Professional dental care is also recommended at least once a year.

1st annual booster for most vaccines. From now on, annual or tri-annual boosters may be given to your dog.***

***Remember that after completing the basic vaccination program, your dog should receive an annual or tri-annual booster during all his life, depending on the vaccine. Ask your veterinarian about the proper vaccination program for your dog. Vaccination guidelines may vary depending on her level of risk for contracting certain diseases.

Your medium breed dog has almost reached his adult size. Ask your veterinarian about diet changes to meet his new nutrient requirements.
From now on, you should consider professional dental care for your pet since this will avoid future serious conditions affecting your pet's oral health.**

**Professional dental care is also recommended at least once a year.

Your large breed dog has almost reached his adult size. Ask your veterinarian about diet changes to meet his new nutrient requirements. A diet rich in glucosamine and chondroitin may help prevent joint problems.
From now on, you should consider professional dental care for your pet since this will avoid future serious conditions affecting your pet's oral health.**

**Professional dental care is also recommended at least once a year.

Your large breed dog is mature. Geriatric care may be needed. Ask your veterinarian about possible routine exams he may need or extra care you should give him. It's also a good time to consider a diet change to prevent him becoming overweight or developing other health conditions. A diet rich in glucosamine and chondroitin may help improve joint problems.

Your small or medium breed dog is mature. Geriatric care may be needed. Ask your veterinarian about possible routine exams he may need or extra care you should give him. It's also a good time to consider a diet change to prevent him becoming overweight or developing other health conditions. A diet rich in glucosamine and chondroitin may help improve joint problems.