PUPPY BASICS 101 – HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR NEW DOG

2016-01-20

Look at our cute Douglas (pictured above)! He’s growing so fast and such a handsome fella’ already! That said, he is giving us, specifically Delana :), a refresher course in how to raise puppies. Today we wanted to pass along an article that covers some of the basics. From “PUPPY BASICS 101 – HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR NEW DOG“:

Puppies are without a doubt some of the most adorable things on the planet. Parenting a new puppy, however, is no walk in the park. Here’s a guide to help you care for the new addition to the family.

When the time comes to finally bring your new puppy home for the first time, you can pretty much count on three things: unbridled joy, cleaning up your puppy’s accidents, and a major lifestyle adjustment. As you’ll soon learn, a growing puppy needs much more than a food bowl and a doghouse to thrive. And while it may be a lot of work initially, it’s well worth the effort. Establishing good and healthy habits in those first few sleep-deprived weeks will lay the foundation for many dog-years of happiness for you and your puppy.”

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* Find a Good Vet
* Make the Most of Your First Vet Visit
* Shop for Quality Food
* Establish a Bathroom Routine
* Watch For Early Signs of Illness
* Teach Obedience
* Be Sociable