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regarding my 40 dys old lab puppy

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Question

mmy echo
i have got a 40dys old black lab n its pretty hot in india i happend to give him a small bath with dog shampoo but it was a mild bath he seemd to be really enjoyed it.but now iam really confused wether ishd have done it or not n once i jst shouted at him wen he mouthed ma leg.is it natural puppys kind of bite r they playing by mouthing or y is that plz answer me on these!is tere any problem in changin your tone9shouting) from now onwerds?

Answer
It must be different in India, because in the USA, breeder are not allowed to sell pups before 49 days, preferably 56.  Anything before 49 is really tough on them developmentally.

The bath is fine.

Verbal corrections (as long as not severe) are fine.  No physical corrections until the dog is over 16 weeks.