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From a small bork to a big woof, everyone who has owned a puppy knows how fast they become a dog. One day it's just a carefree goofball, chasing its own tail and the next it's already an adult who has to act all calm and collected when its owner takes it to the coffee shop. However, there's one thing that remains the same no matter how old a dog gets—its cuteness. And Bored Panda collected an adorable list of photos to prove it. Labs, corgis, mutts, you name it, we included them all! Continue scrolling to check out the adorable before-and-after pictures of dogs growing up.
Before & After Pics Of Kittens Turning Into Beautiful Cats
Same Elliot Dragon Plush And Same Elliott. One Four Weeks, The Other A Couple Months Shy Of 2 Years
hergiantlove
Michelle Lugones, DVM and veterinarian at Best Friends Animal Society, told Bored Panda that categorizing normal growth in a puppy can be a challenge because there are so many differences among breeds. "There are, however, some general stages we can refer to when it comes to puppy development. First is the neonatal stage which is from birth to 2 weeks old. At this stage, a puppy is completely dependent on its mother for all aspects of its care. Its eyes aren't open yet and it begins to crawl slowly," Lugones explained.
"From about 2-4 weeks old a puppy is in the transitional stage of puppy development. Its eyes open and the rest of its senses really start to blossom. The baby teeth erupt, and a puppy begins to walk and bark. By 4 weeks old most puppies can go to the bathroom without their mother having to stimulate them. Puppies also start to be weaned from their mother's milk at this age."
Fifteen Years Later, Still Best Friends
BufordTeeJustice
Between 3-8 weeks of age, a puppy begins to understand the value of its pack—it learns the importance of social structure by interacting and playing with littermates and taking direction from its mother. "During this stage of development, a puppy's fear threshold is fairly high so they may appear to not be afraid of anything," Lugones explained. "As the puppy reaches 6-8 weeks old the pet owner can start to gently expose the puppy to more stimuli in the environment, play, and train with them as long as the puppy is not fearful. This should be done under the supervision of the mother. It's important that the puppy isn't permanently separated from the litter or mother during this time."
When the puppy is between 2-3 months of age, it begins to experience fear so it's important that pet owners try to make its little adventures as positive as possible. During this time, a puppy also becomes more physically coordinated.
Woof IRL
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"Between 3-6 months old a puppy should continue to be socialized, but in a controlled, safe way such as puppy training class where all the puppies are healthy and at the same stage of vaccinations to minimize the chance of contracting a disease," Lugones pointed out. "Adult teeth start to erupt so providing safe, appropriate chew toys is essential."
By 6-12 months of age, a puppy is in its adolescence, so it may be more rambunctious, and safe training and exploration should be encouraged.
They Grow Up So Fast
maximustherott
"Just like human babies, puppies need special care as they grow to make sure they stay healthy as their immune systems mature," Lugones said. "It's vital to bring your puppy to your family veterinarian as soon as you adopt them to come up with vaccination and deworming plan, to discuss the best ways to socialize and bond with your growing puppy, and to plan when to spay or neuter."
"Puppies need a handful of visits to their veterinarian to make sure they are developing normally and that they are protected from serious diseases. Putting in the effort to address their mental and physical health from day one is well worth it so your puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted part of the family."
1 Year Later
Winter-Blueberry8170
Cute Little Pup Grows Into A Stunning Good Boy
ALLTHETEAM2
Best Friend Animal Society recognizes that Valentine’s Day is hard enough for singles, but with COVID-19 and quarantining, finding a date for the big day isn't just difficult, it's downright dangerous. But if you have a pet at home, all is not lost.
Unlike a high-maintenance human date, your pet is also happy to do free or low-cost activities. And when you look at these puppy photos (or any photo of your own pet, for that matter), don't you just want to shower your own companion with love and attention?
Still Looks Handsome In His Sweater 3 Years Later
travisty518
Nuggets Salt And Pepper Puppy Beard
kkrejci3
2 Months To 1 Year. Not Much Has Changed
kortneycooperdowel
Enzo’s 9 Month Transformation
tonynuaman
Celebrating A Special Birthday Today, 10 Years Of Lending An Ear
Braided_Purpose
Handsome Boye Does A Grow
2 months vs 6 months. goldenlifeoffurg
Not Much Has Changed In 2 Years
cozyfuton
Same Boot, 3 Years Later
fourNtwentyz
Before & After Pics Of Kittens Turning Into Beautiful Cats
Same Elliot Dragon Plush And Same Elliott. One Four Weeks, The Other A Couple Months Shy Of 2 Years
hergiantlove
Michelle Lugones, DVM and veterinarian at Best Friends Animal Society, told Bored Panda that categorizing normal growth in a puppy can be a challenge because there are so many differences among breeds. "There are, however, some general stages we can refer to when it comes to puppy development. First is the neonatal stage which is from birth to 2 weeks old. At this stage, a puppy is completely dependent on its mother for all aspects of its care. Its eyes aren't open yet and it begins to crawl slowly," Lugones explained.
"From about 2-4 weeks old a puppy is in the transitional stage of puppy development. Its eyes open and the rest of its senses really start to blossom. The baby teeth erupt, and a puppy begins to walk and bark. By 4 weeks old most puppies can go to the bathroom without their mother having to stimulate them. Puppies also start to be weaned from their mother's milk at this age."
Fifteen Years Later, Still Best Friends
BufordTeeJustice
Between 3-8 weeks of age, a puppy begins to understand the value of its pack—it learns the importance of social structure by interacting and playing with littermates and taking direction from its mother. "During this stage of development, a puppy's fear threshold is fairly high so they may appear to not be afraid of anything," Lugones explained. "As the puppy reaches 6-8 weeks old the pet owner can start to gently expose the puppy to more stimuli in the environment, play, and train with them as long as the puppy is not fearful. This should be done under the supervision of the mother. It's important that the puppy isn't permanently separated from the litter or mother during this time."
When the puppy is between 2-3 months of age, it begins to experience fear so it's important that pet owners try to make its little adventures as positive as possible. During this time, a puppy also becomes more physically coordinated.
Woof IRL
concept07
"Between 3-6 months old a puppy should continue to be socialized, but in a controlled, safe way such as puppy training class where all the puppies are healthy and at the same stage of vaccinations to minimize the chance of contracting a disease," Lugones pointed out. "Adult teeth start to erupt so providing safe, appropriate chew toys is essential."
By 6-12 months of age, a puppy is in its adolescence, so it may be more rambunctious, and safe training and exploration should be encouraged.
They Grow Up So Fast
maximustherott
"Just like human babies, puppies need special care as they grow to make sure they stay healthy as their immune systems mature," Lugones said. "It's vital to bring your puppy to your family veterinarian as soon as you adopt them to come up with vaccination and deworming plan, to discuss the best ways to socialize and bond with your growing puppy, and to plan when to spay or neuter."
"Puppies need a handful of visits to their veterinarian to make sure they are developing normally and that they are protected from serious diseases. Putting in the effort to address their mental and physical health from day one is well worth it so your puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted part of the family."
1 Year Later
Winter-Blueberry8170
Cute Little Pup Grows Into A Stunning Good Boy
ALLTHETEAM2
Best Friend Animal Society recognizes that Valentine’s Day is hard enough for singles, but with COVID-19 and quarantining, finding a date for the big day isn't just difficult, it's downright dangerous. But if you have a pet at home, all is not lost.
Unlike a high-maintenance human date, your pet is also happy to do free or low-cost activities. And when you look at these puppy photos (or any photo of your own pet, for that matter), don't you just want to shower your own companion with love and attention?
Still Looks Handsome In His Sweater 3 Years Later
travisty518
Nuggets Salt And Pepper Puppy Beard
kkrejci3
2 Months To 1 Year. Not Much Has Changed
kortneycooperdowel
Enzo’s 9 Month Transformation
tonynuaman
Celebrating A Special Birthday Today, 10 Years Of Lending An Ear
Braided_Purpose
Handsome Boye Does A Grow
2 months vs 6 months. goldenlifeoffurg
Not Much Has Changed In 2 Years
cozyfuton
Same Boot, 3 Years Later
fourNtwentyz
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@A La Tart
@adlaads
@Ai Weiwei
@airforcechele
@AlexMcQWEEN
@allwaswell
@Amanda Woodward
@Ameerah
@Anagogic
@AoTLBG
@apocalipton
@aquilo
@Arristance
@Ashy Larry
@AwesomeAvaStin
@Baby gloss bomb knowles
@Bad Eleanor
@badjuju_xo
@BarbaraLee
@Beautifullefty
@Bella Sofia
@BIANCA JAGGER
@Bidoor
@BillieJeanDab
@BillieOcean
@binks
@BOHO GODDESS
@bonitaapplebum
@boogie79
@BootsOnThat
@brandy716
@Brave One
@buela
@Camille Bordey
@caramel15
@CeCe24
@cestina
@Coco Campbell
@CranberryJuice
@Crunchy Nipples
@CUPCAKKE
@curlyheadheffa
@daybreaks bell
@Deedricka
@Demeter
@dianiah23
@Dior Addict
@Dojakat
@dollparts
@eazybreezy
@Elisa Maza
@elvynn
@EST1989
@ForeverAlone
@FridaKahlo
@G A Z
@GalaxyQueens
@Gigiangel
@goddessx
@Goodgyalknd
@GrtGzu
@GummyBearJuice
@Hatshepsut
@HelenSade
@Hexa
@HotDamn
@HowsItGoinDown
@I Love Lucie
@InBloom
@InjoyLelo
@Jadam
@Jodie Landon
@Johnny2X4
@Juelz
@Kelenerz
@Kelly Kapowski
@Kiku
@KittyKins
@kotd
@LadyJess
@LadySpencer
@LanaThaGod
@LANEZZZ
@LazyDaisy
@LegalizeRanch
@Lema3
@Leona Helmsley
@Lilo9
@LIMONADE
@LittleRayofPostiveEnergy
@Locitita
@loopymane
@Love Me
@MaRain
@MiaSong
@MicheleK
@Mirabilia
@misspeanut
@MissShawna
@MissSmith
@mosaic
@Moxy
@Mrs. Curly Fu
@MrsJeremyMeeks
@Ms Elle Driver
@MsGemstone
@MyKnee Hurtin
@MysteriousMW
@Nabelle40
@nahh
@Nan Chalant
@Nana Peazant
@Nerdycoffeegirl
@nomad
@Noseybella
@nsquared
@nylonsmile
@NYOTA UHURA
@O.o
@Olenna Tyrell
@OneTwoThree
@O S I C H
@originalwharris
@Peacefully
@Petrichor
@Phoenix27
@PhoenixEternal
@Pizzana
@ProprioBella
@Purple1252011
@QueenOfTheLocos
@Queenshawtii
@raramama
@Raichu
@RedLippedBandit
@RespeckIt
@Rere84
@Roxie Cette
@S E N T I E N T
@ShadySaditty
@shebasmudder
@since1979
@SnipYoFlap
@sofxposh
@SolaceEcho7
@SpaceMermaid13
@Starbuck
@Sunrisesunset
@Sunshine22
@Sweet __T
@Tahitian Moon
@Teranga21
@Thighs
@ThingsNStuff
@thorshammer
@ThotWings
@TruestLovely
@TwirlOn
@tyronebiggums
@uhluhyonce
@UrFavoriteLatte
@VINTAGE
@wecarealot
@williams86
@Yonce_Tears
@You_See_It