Basic Tips for Your New Pup

When you pick out that perfect pup what’s next. Here are some tips that may be helpful. The first thing to remember is he is in a new place, possibly away from his mother, or other pups in that litter. Chances are he will whine or cry when its time to go to bed at night. Remember he’s a baby and needs your patience. Your pup will need a cozy warm bed to sleep in, if possible get him something from his mother and/or puppies from that litter. A toy or blanket with that scent on it.

Remember don’t give in its tough love time. You will never break him of this habit; you can also place a blanket over his box or indoor kennel so he learns it is his bed time. As you have already guessed puppies like to chew furniture, shoes, your favorite gloves, small items on your table, etc. Think of as it like having a baby or toddler in your home you know the saying "everything goes in the mouth.” When you find him chewing on that shoe, glove, or munching on your table leg replace it with a favorite chew toy or bone, he will then learn he chews his toys not your home.

Always praise him when that chew toy is given to him. When he is caught chewing on your personal items a firm nose needed. Striking your dog for punishment will only result in a mean or terribly shy scared dog. A puppy that has shown you he can behave disserve praise, it can be a puppy treat, or a simple neck rub, whatever your pup likes.

When feeding your new friend give him food for puppies, they contain special vitamins and nutrients. A puppy needs special puppy food, unlike adult dogs he needs to eat two or three times a day, twice as they mature. A good guide is your pet food bag which will tell you proper amounts to give him.Your vet is also a good source of information; remember check ups and vaccinations are important to give you a happy healthy dog, who will be a loyal friend for many years to come.

Choosing the Dog For You: my Suggestions

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Choosing the right dog for you can be a very important task. Will the kids and the dog get along? Will the other animals get along with the dog?Will the dog be friendly? These are some questions you may think about before getting a new dog, and even choosing a breed. Are you thinking of getting a purebred or even a mixed breed or maybe you just want a mutt ? Sometimes Mixed breeds are more affordable, were the purebreds can be very expensive. But Dont just reject the idea of getting a mutt fron a shelter either. Like any other dog Mutts can be just as friendly, hyper, and loyal as any other breeds.

Does size matter? Think about the size of dog you want to get. Even consider if you have room for the puppy to play. or will the dog be kept outside a lot. The puppys personality usually developes when they are around seven weeks old. You want to spend some time deciding on a dog,so you will be happy with your choice.You want to be sure you have time to cuddle with the puppy and hold him,so he gets plenty of attention.

Set down your magazine for a minute to see if the puppy goes and hides.Get on the floor with the puppy and play to see whether they have an agressive or kind attitude tward you. Their are many places to start looking for a puppy. you could even ask a friend or your vet or pet magazines.You could also check with shelters to see the dogs they have.Or there is a website you could use called http://www.petfinder.com/.


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