Canine Development Flashcards
How long is the average gestation?
63 days
When is the fetal period?
up to birth
When is the neonatal period?
birth to 14-16 days
Describe the fetal period.
63 days till birth. Puppies can already learn in utero.
Describe the neonatal period.
- Birth to 14-16 days
- Eyes/ears closed
- Trust everything/no fear
- Responds to warmth,touch, smell
- Cannot regulate body functions
What is the transition stage of development and what are the characteristics?
- 14-21 days (3rd week)
- eyes/ears opened but limited
- begins to control bodily functions
- Startle at loud noises
What is the primary socialization period and when does it occur.
21-49 days (3-5 weeks). Puppy learns that they are a dog. - bond to the things around them - quick startle/recovery - first fear responses (Puppy temperament evaluations typically done during this time)
What is the secondary socialization period and when does it occur?
- 7 to 12 weeks
- peak bonding time w/other species
- critical socialization
First Fear Impact Subperiod:
- 8-11weeks, fear of novelty, usually gets 1st vaccinations
Socialization
= positive exposure
When is the Flight Instinct/Juvenile stage and what are its characteristics?
- 4-8 months
- Teenage Phase- testing their wings
- Lose deciduous teeth (can be more mouthy)
- Sexual development
What is the maturity stage and what are the general characteristics?
1 to 4 years
The golden age of adulthood. Behavior change is due to change in environment, health, temperament, genetics, events.
What is the senior stage and what are the general characteristics?
Over 7 years.
Grey muzzles, decline or loss of senses, cognitive decline
When did the ancestral canids begin to become domesticated?
27,000-40,000 years ago (average 33,000 years)
What is another name for Primary Socialization?
Canine socialization
What is another name for Secondary socialization?
Human socialization
