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Choosing Your New Puppy
When expecting a new puppy addition to the family you want
nothing but the best. You check out the best day-care
facilities, kindergarten and schooling.
So, why should it be any different when the new addition is a
puppy? Hey, if it's good enough for stars like Brittany and
Paris, who are we to question this new trend in spoiling our
pets.
Before buying your new puppy it is advisable to do some research
and find out all you can about on the background, general
behavior and sociability of the breed you have chosen. If you
have young children, would a puppy be suitable? Stop and
consider the future. When the puppy grows into a dog, will it
still be as much fun? Will it outgrow your home?
It's all too easy to overlook the fact that what is now a cute
little puppy will grow into a dog that without proper training
may become unruly and dangerous. Remember all dogs are born wild
and need training. Once they know who is the leader... you and
not them... they will settle into their new life quite happily.
When you bring your puppy home make sure their first night away
from mom isn't to stressful. Give your puppy a warm, comfortable
bed to sleep in. A fleece blanket would be a good idea and maybe
a small teddy bear or other type of soft toy to cuddle up too.
This will help relax your puppy and stop it feeling alone.
The first 12-16 weeks of a puppy's life are all important. This
is the time of intense learning and getting the training right
now, will reward you with a well-trained obedient dog.
One thing to remember is it won't happen in a day. Done with
regularity, persistence and a lot of patience over the coming
weeks, you and your dog will soon have a great understanding and
be the best of friends for many years to come.
Give your puppy time to settle into his new home (and have the
necessary injections) then why not arrange a party. Everyone
enjoys a party and what better way to introduce your puppy to
other dogs and people. Invite your friends, and their dogs, to
come and say "Hello".
Now, lets get round to organizing the Puppy Shower. This isn't
as complicated as it may seem. Dogs are natural party animals
and will certainly enjoy the day. The party is more to get the
puppy used to other dogs and people so it's no great shake to
organize. Maybe decorate the party room with blue or pink
balloons and streamers. Put up a "birthday" banner with pictures
of your puppy on it. This will get the puppy used to strange
things being around.
Make sure there are enough soft toys around for the doggie guest
to play with, as this is a great way to teach your new puppy
about sharing things. Some of the bigger doggie guests may be a
bit to boisterous for the puppy, so watch carefully but don't
take him away from the fun, as he must learn to interact with
others. They have to learn not be afraid or intimidated by other
dogs.
Look after your new puppy well and you will have the best friend
anyone could ever wish for.
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