puppydom
Era of puppies
The state, condition, or world of being a puppy.
Puppydom covers that early period of a dog's life marked by playfulness, clumsiness, and rapid growth: She missed the puppydom days when he could fit in her lap.
By extension, it can describe any realm characterized by puppy-like qualities—eager, unformed, exuberant.
Lighthearted playful movement
- rompPlayful, spirited activity
- anticsAbsurd, attention-seeking behavior
- mischiefPlayful troublesome behavior
- chewingCrushing food orally
tugging · pouncing · chasing · wrestling · fetch · tug-of-war · zoomies · roughhousing
Gradual dietary independence
- teethingFirst molars emerging
- socializationInternalizing cultural norms
- housebreakingTraining pets' bathroom habits
- vaccinationAdministered immunity booster
training · neutering · spaying · microchipping · deworming · nutrition · bonding · veterinary
Compliance with authority
- commandsAuthoritative orders given
- housebreakingTraining pets' bathroom habits
- sitRest on a seat
- stayRemain in position
fetch · recall · reinforcement · treats · clicker · correction · praise · repetition
Young dog or wolf
- juvenileYoung person or animal
- immatureNot fully developed
- fledglingInexperienced newcomer
- newbornInfant just delivered
littermate · runt · pup · young · inexperienced · wobbly · clumsy · doe-eyed
frolic
Lighthearted playful movement
- rompPlayful, spirited activity
- anticsAbsurd, attention-seeking behavior
- mischiefPlayful troublesome behavior
chewing · tugging · pouncing · chasing · wrestling · fetch · tug-of-war · zoomies · roughhousing · nipping
weaning
Gradual dietary independence
- teethingFirst molars emerging
- socializationInternalizing cultural norms
- housebreakingTraining pets' bathroom habits
vaccination · training · neutering · spaying · microchipping · deworming · nutrition · bonding · veterinary · milestone
obedience
Compliance with authority
- commandsAuthoritative orders given
- housebreakingTraining pets' bathroom habits
- sitRest on a seat
stay · fetch · recall · reinforcement · treats · clicker · correction · praise · repetition · patience
whelp
Young dog or wolf
newborn · littermate · runt · pup · young · inexperienced · wobbly · clumsy · doe-eyed · wide-eyed
bouncy
Tends to rebound
romping · spirited · exuberant · peppy · sprightly · zippy · rambunctious · vivacious · animated · boisterous
adorable
Extremely endearing
charming · precious · cute · snuggly · fuzzy · furry · soft · nuzzling · warm · gentle
puppydomadulthood
State of being grown
doghood · maturity · old age · seniorhood · elderhood
puppydomold age
Advanced years of life
dotage · decrepitude · senescence · advanced age · weariness
puppy, puppies, puppyish, puppyhood, puppylike, puppysit, puppysitting