STEPS TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PUPPY !!!

1.       Your puppy needs a safe environment. A safe and clean environment will help your puppy be healthy and you will not be afraid of paying a lot of money for your vet.

a.      Your puppy’s bedding should be aired out daily and washed or replaced weekly.

b.      Some study says that there are some plants that are toxic to puppies who like to chew. For example, lily of the valley, oleander, azalea, yew, foxglove, rhododendron, rhubard, and shamrock can be harmful to your puppy. So, remember to keep them far away from your puppy.

2.       Your puppy needs to exercise. Remember that different breeds need different amounts of exercise. Because puppies are still growing, you should avoid any sort of rough play or hard exercise.

a.      A puppy should be walked an hour per day. You can allow your puppy to interact with the other friendly dogs he/she meets and to leave scent markings. This can raise your puppy’s confidence, especially if your puppy is a boy.

b.      Once vaccinated, your puppy should be encouraged to play and socialize with friendly puppies, grown dogs, and other animals. Remember not to leave your puppy alone with the others for even a minute at first.

3.      Your puppy should visit a vet as scheduled. You have to choose a vet for your puppy. You can ask your friends for vet recommendations. You should choose one who is friendly, well-managed, and smells clean. Be sure you feel comfortable with the vet you choose.

a.      Bring your puppy to the vet to get vaccinated when he/she is 6 to 9 weeks old. Talk to your vet about distemper, parainfluenza, canine hepatitis, and parvovirus. They may have suggestions for other important vaccines as well, depending on the risks of your particular dog.

b.      Remember to get deworming medication for your puppy during the first vet visit. This is not only good for your puppy’s health but also good for your own because there are many of the parasites that infect your puppy can be passed to humans and cause health problems in your family.

c.       Get a rabies vaccination when your puppy is 12 to 16 weeks old.

d.      When your puppy is around 20 weeks old, you can start to think about whether you need to spay or neuter your puppy. Unless you foresee wanting to have puppies, it's a good idea to spay and neuter; thousands of unwanted puppies end up in pounds each year.

e.      Schedule a vet check-up for your puppy at least every six months. Also, schedule vet appointments for the proper vaccinations. Make sure your puppy feel comfortable when you take him/her to the vet by bringing treats with you while you are there.

4.      Remember to watch for your puppy’s health problems. Always keep your eyes on your puppy and you can catch any problems early. Your puppy’s eyes should be always bright, and the eyes and nostrils should be free of discharge. The puppy's coat should be clean and shiny. Watch out for bumps, inflammation, or rashes on the skin, as well as signs of diarrhea around the tail.

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HOW TO FEED A PUPPY!

… You had a puppy … you want your puppy to have a good environment … you bought necessary supplies and prepared a comfortable place for him … all you do just want him to be good, safe and happy … so, let’s turn to next step: how to feed your puppy?

Choose your dog food. The cheap food may have temptation, but it’s not the best choice. You should look for foods that contain high quality proteins from fish, chicken, lamb, eggs and fatty acids to keep its coat fluffy and healthy. For fatty acids, you can feed your dog a ratio of 5:1 omega-6 to omega-3.

Feed your puppy properly. Feed your puppy small amounts of food several times a day. Dry food can help clean your puppy’s teeth and lessen gum disease. You also need to pay attention to the breed so that you can feed your puppy appropriate amounts of food. The number of daily feedings depend on the puppy's age:

6-12 weeks: 4 times daily

12-20 weeks: 3 times daily

20+ weeks: 2 times daily

Avoid feeding too much. Dogs, especially puppies, will generally eat a lot of food if a lot is available; they don't stop just when they're full. You should give them enough and appropriate amounts of food in every feedings.

Make sure your puppy always has adequate fresh water available. Unlike food, you should leave a full bowl of fresh water out for your dogs at all times. Be aware that they're going to have to pee shortly after they drink large amounts of water. Take them outside so that they don't have accidents in your house.

Watch your puppy eat. Watching your puppy eat is a good way to gauge their health. Also, you will know whether they like or don’t like their food. In addition, feeding your puppy some of their food out of your hand and/or being extremely present during their feeding process will help better the puppy/owner bond.

Avoid harmful foods. Remember that human food can make your dog unhealthily obese. For example, grapes, raisins, tea, alcohol, garlic, onions, avocados, salt, and chocolate are toxic to your dog. If your dog has ingested one of these things, you should call your vet for advice. To ensure good health, only feed your dog food that is specifically designed for dogs. Because begging is the hardest habit to break, so remember to ignore them completely while you're eating at the table.

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HOW TO TAKE CARE OF A PUPPY?

So, now you decided to have a dog … you want to purchase or adopt a puppy … But the question is: “How can I take care of a puppy?” So, there are some tips for you:

Bringing a puppy home

1.   Make sure that the puppy you are getting is right for you. Is it small enough to live in your apartment or your house?

2.   Puppy-proof your house. Puppies like to explore with their mouths. So, to keep your puppy and your house safe, you should take few precautions. Take away breakable items, electrical cords, and dangerous cleaning chemicals from the area where you plan to keep your puppy. Think about a folding gate to keep your puppy confined to a certain room or area.

3.   Buy necessary supplies.

·        Two metal bowls: one for food and one for water.

·    A puppy bed: whatever you choose, make sure it is always soft, comfy, and dry. Also keep in hand for a blanket in case of cool weather.

·       Toys: you should have chew toys and soft toys. Make sure the toys are indestructible, if not your pup can choke and die.

·     Puppy treats: crunchy and soft. The soft will be good for training, and the crunchy will help clean teeth.

·      Puppy food: Do some research on dog food. Kibble, canned, home cooked, and feeding a raw diet are all options for a puppy. Make sure you buy a puppy food with no dyes or artificial flavors or preservatives in it as many dogs, like people, are allergic to these additives.

·        Basic grooming tools: get a bristle brush, comb, rubber gloves, nail clippers, dog shampoo, dog conditioner, dog toothpaste, toothbrush, and towels.

·        A harness and tag: get a nylon harness, and metal tag.

4.   Get the puppy comfortable in your house: it can be scary getting introduced to a new home for the first time, so make sure to give your puppy extra love and attention the first few days. Have your puppy sleep in your room at night so that they don't feel isolated or alone. Take a blanket or dog bed to the breeder or pound from which you will pick up the puppy. Do this a few days before you pick up the puppy so that your new companion can sleep on the blanket and begin to get accustomed to your home before it even gets there. Show your puppy around the house as soon as you bring him home. Let him walk in all the rooms and backyard.

5.   Pet your puppy often: it's important to stroke your pet's body, legs, and head several times daily. This will help your puppy feel loved, as well as allow you to create a strong bond with your puppy.

6.   Handle your puppy with care: puppies, like human babies, are fragile. Gently scoop up your puppy if you need to pick it up, keeping one hand under its chest at all times.

7.   Protect your puppy: puppies are naturally curious, and even with the most attentive care they sometimes get out of the yard and get lost. Make sure your puppy wears a comfortable collar with a tag listing its name and your address and/or phone number. You can also have a tiny microchip implanted in your puppy to assist in locating it if it gets lost. Provide a safe area for your puppy to play.

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WHY SHOULD WE HAVE A DOG?

Are you bored? Are you alone? Are you stressed?

You want a friend that can stay beside you, listen to you, protect you and never leave you when you need … So, all you need is a dog … If you don’t own a dog, I believe one of the following reasons will convince you why you should …

1.   Dogs are good listeners

It’s very nice to have a warm body to snuggle with when you feel stressed and cry. Although they can’t understand the words you say, they still stay beside you. They never judge, they just listen and snuggle. You can tell them anything without worrying that your secret will be disclosed. They feel your pain and they know how to comfort you. Somehow, they will make you feel better.

2.   They are always glad to see you

It doesn’t matter if you left 5 minutes ago or 5 weeks ago, the dog’s reaction is always the same. After a long day at work, you feel so tired and your energy is gone. But when you come home to a dog’s love, you will get your power and happiness. Their loyalty never expires. They will love you much more than themselves.

3.   Dogs teach you responsibility

You can’t own a dog without being responsible. With a dog, you have to spend some time to walk them and play with them. You need to take them to doctor for injection. You have to learn how to pay attention to their body language. They will tell you when they want a walk, when they need food or water. You also have to bath them and eliminate their smell. They will remind you if you forget to do these things.

4.   Prepare you for a children

If you can’t handle a dog, don’t have children. There are a lot of works with a dog. Sometimes, they are naughty and they tear up everything. They have to be exercised, trained, fed, watered, and loved. For a child, you have twice the work. You should know, the child will not spend most time of sleeping, except when the child is very young. If the dog takes you those works, the child will even much more so.

If you are still not convinced, this is the best reason: THE CUTENESS

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