Your puppy's year one milestones

What a year it has been! So much growing and learning - and fun. And there are so many more fun things to do together!.

Can you believe that your puppy is nearing their first birthday, and they're almost a grown-up!

They have done so much growing in this first year, learnt so many new things, and hopefully, you have had a fantastic time together as you’ve got to know each other. And this is just the beginning of your adventures! What a great time to reflect on all the new things from the year - and if you have any photos of their milestones to share - we'd love to see them on our Facebook page!

How many of the things on our puppy milestone list has your little one done?

Become house-trained
Chosen a favourite toy
Walked on a beach
Walked in the woods
Stayed overnight away from home
Made friends with another species – a cat, rabbit, horse…?
Been to a dog groomer
Been to a pub
Learnt how to catch a ball
Dug a hole
Found hidden treats using their nose
Attended a puppy party
Taken part in puppy training classes
Been on a train
Learnt to walk on a lead
Tried basic agility (without jumping – they are still too little for that!)
Walked in a town
Learnt a trick
Been to work with you
Played hide and seek with you or some treats or toys
Had a swim
Made a dog best friend
Played in the snow
Been on a picnic with you
Learnt how to fetch
Been to a dog show
Got really muddy

One of the best things about having a dog in your life is making the most of the time you have together to make lots of memories! Now that you’re really getting to know your dog, why not make a list of all the of things you'll both enjoy to aim for over the coming year?

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