Free exercise and leash walking are great for puppies. Remember that many breeds do not mature physically until 2 years of age, so don't overdo the exercise. Although your puppy will seem full of energy. It needs exercise in moderation and lots of sleep. Your puppy may play exuberantly for a while and then suddenly seem to collapse into a deep sleep.
Puppies grow so fast that almost overnight they can become large and unruly adolescents.
For every puppy, socialization and training classes should begin between the ages of 8 and 12 weeks. Classes just for puppies are a great way to introduce your puppy to other breeds of dogs and teach good manners. These classes also help with housebreaking, chewing. digging, barking and other puppy behaviors. As a new puppy owner you should be highly motivated to get out to training class at least once a week and to work hard every day at shaping desirable behavior in your new companion. Puppies require a structured schedule and safe environment.