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When is a dog considered an adult?

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The average age of maturity of dogs is about 2 years of age. Some breeds can take up to 3 years. Smaller dogs are said to mature faster than larger dogs. The best way to determine the age of maturity is to research information about the breed of dog in question.

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They reach full maturityat about 1 to 2 years, depending on the breed of dog.

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2-3.5 years old.

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