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How to Have a Happy Puppy: A Guide to Puppy Care & Training

A new puppy is a great addition to the family. They are cute, cuddly, full of life and everybody loves them. Puppies are in many ways like an infant, they are completely dependent on you for the existence.  Here are some of the newborn puppy care facts that will help you with your new puppy:

puppy dog bone They need you to teach and train them in acceptable behavior.

puppy dog bone A puppy craves affection.

puppy dog bone If you are absent during much of the day, it is important for you to take time with your dog in the evenings when you come home.  A puppy needs to spend time with his owner to feel secure and loved and to learn proper behavior.

puppy dog bone A sick puppy’s nose is warm to the touch and dry, which indicates the puppy, has a fever.

puppy dog bone The way you can do this is to establish a regular schedule of puppy care and stick to it. The consistency will help you to train your pet faster.

puppy dog bone Shar Pei puppies respond much better with kind words and responses, positive reinforcement rather than firmness.

puppy dog bone Tiny puppies need to be kept warm and in a dry environment. The ideal temperature is 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

puppy dog bone A puppy that is squinting, redness or watering of the eyes are possible indicators of eye problems.

puppy dog bone When purchasing a puppy from a breeder ask for a puppy care sheet.

puppy dog bone Avoid dog chews like rawhide that can chip and break off and become lodged in the puppy’s throat. Instead consider puppy chew toys such as Nylabone chew toy.

puppy dog bone Feed your newborn puppy a high quality dry puppy food.  Never feed a puppy adult dog food. Puppies require a different nutritional balance than adult dogs do.

puppy dog bone Crate training is recommended by many dog care experts today.  A crate should be big enough for the dog to stand up and turn around inside, but not so large that it decides it is okay to potty in its crate.

puppy dog bone Labrador retriever puppies are intelligent animals that require training as soon as your puppy comes home.

puppy dog bone An English bull dog puppy requires a lot of attention and needs to be consistent and firm.

puppy dog bone While puppies are a wonderful addition to any home, it is best to remember that puppies grow up to be dogs and many times the care they
received as a puppy will determine the temperament they have when they are an adult dog. Raising a puppy takes a significant effort; you can perhaps get some guidance on this site.