Cut back by one third to one half the amount of food at the next meal and see if the stool returns to normal. Parasites and Worming Veterinarians are divided on the subject of routine worming of puppies, especially in this area of the country. Some believe that it is not necessary to worm puppies until a fecal sample has tested positive for worms or if worms have been seen. Other doctors believe that it is usually necessary, and not harmful, to routinely worm puppies. All puppies need exercise.
Puppies do well if they can run freely in a safe, enclosed yard.
Walking and gentle jogging on leash are also good exercise, as is swimming. It is fine to let your dog play, in a supervised and safe environment, with other dogs that are close to its same size. It is not a good idea to let a small puppy play with an exuberant, large dog. Sometimes the bigger dog may accidentally injure the little dog by stepping on it or bumping into it. Training All puppies need to be trained.