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How to Socialize Your Puppy

Socialization is a major aspect of a puppy’s development, and it won’t happen on its own. Puppy parents need to structure daily time for socialization, and be mindful that the best period to teach your puppy about the world via socialization occurs within the first 16 weeks. After that, it can become difficult to properly […]

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Puppy Anxiety Warning Signs

Anxiety is a normal emotion. No one likes feeling anxious, but the emotion itself serves an important purpose. Anxiety alerts a person to the possibility that something could be seriously wrong. This then compels them to figure it out and fix the underlying issue that is causing the anxiety.  Feeling anxious only becomes unhealthy when […]

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Safety Tips for Your Puppy This New Year’s Eve

Wondering how to spend this New Year’s Eve with your puppy? You’ve come to the right place. Petland Kansas City knows how to make your holiday with your new puppy extra special, and you might be surprised to learn that it doesn’t have anything to do with the more traditional forms of celebrating New Year’s.  […]

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5 Ways to Entertain Your New Puppy During Cold Weather

Snowy weather doesn’t have to limit your puppy’s playtime options. In fact, a snowy day can provide even more fun! A fresh blanket of snow can make a trip to the park exciting for your puppy and can transform your familiar backyard into a winter wonderland.  Petland Kansas City has put together a list of […]

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5 Winter Hazards for Puppies

Snowy weather is here to stay for the next three months! For anyone who loves the holidays, snowfall, and the magic of winter, this time of year is cause for celebration. As you and your new puppy enjoy all the festivities that December, January, and February have to offer, you’ll want to make sure that […]

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Fun Ways to Bond with Your First Puppy

The moment you bring your new puppy home, you begin a journey together that has the potential to build mutual respect and trust. Dogs appreciate clear communication and fixed rules. When you are clear and consistent, your puppy will not only learn faster but will bond with you quicker and more deeply!  This means that […]

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How to Know Which Puppy to Buy at the Pet Store

In order to know which puppy to buy at the pet store, you must first be aware of the two factors that contribute to a dog’s temperament long-term. These factors are their breed and the environmental experiences they have during their first 7 weeks. Puppies begin to socialize from the moment they’re born, and every […]

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Puppy Safety Tips for Halloween

Carve the pumpkins and spookify the porch! Halloween is officially here! Yippee Ki Yay, mother-puppers! If this is your first puppy Halloween, then it won’t be an ordinary holiday. In fact, we would go so far as to say your entire spooky season this year will have to be planned and executed differently. But hold […]

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10 Things You Should Know Before Getting A Puppy

Dogs are truly special. There are no other animals on earth like them. They are loving, loyal, and just plain happy pretty much all the time.  If you’re thinking about getting a puppy, there are 10 things you should know to help you prepare for the challenges and demands ahead.  This article will help you […]

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