Before this time, allow your puppy exercise though free play and take as many breaks as they want. Repetitive exercise like long hikes/ walks and high-impact exercise like jogging and jumping should wait until after 18 months. The risk of your puppy developing serious behavior problems from being poorly socialized is far greater than that of infectious disease.

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But to be safe, only let your puppy interact with dogs that you know are physically and behaviorally healthy and vaccinated. In classes aimed at earning the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy distinction, you’ll be able to get information on all of your puppy-raising questions including housetraining, chewing, and the most efective way to teach practical skills such as coming when called.