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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