Getting A Puppy Home

Those first few days of getting a puppy can be a wonderful time. You feel excited everytime you walk in the house because you get to see your wonerful new dog, and the fun really begins when you start training. Howeer this can be a stressful time for a dog as it is taken away from its mother and siblings and thrust into a new unkown world with people it doesn’t yet know.

When you begin training, dog training aids are a great way to get started. Crates are a fantastic way to allow your dog to feel safe, and although it may seem like a cage to us, to a dog it actually makes them feel more secure. A crate is one training aid you won’t want to be without.

The other aid you wont want to be without is treats. Find out what your puppy loves best, and then give it to him for doing good things! Nothing is more effective.

Most of all enjoy it – these first few months a magical time and allow you to buuild a lifelong bond with your dog.

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Teaching Your Puppy Bite Inhibition

Even if your puppy doesn’t seem to be biting hard now it is vital to teach it bite inhibition so that in the future it knows what the limits are. Bite inhibition is one of the most important aspects of training a god and is one that should be taken seriously by the owner.

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Knowing Where To Get A Dog

So you’ve decided that getting a dog is the right thing for you and you’ve chosen the perfect breed to match your family’s lifestyle. The next question is “where do I get a dog?” Read more

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What’s The Best Time Of Year To Get A Dog?

Hi Richard, is there a “best” time to get a dog? If so when is it? I’m thinking of getting a dog over Christmas but have heard lots of bad things about this.

Allen

In most cases there is not a general “best” time of year to get a new dog – it depends on your own situation.

When your dog is a puppy it requris the most attention, so you should try to get it when you have the most free time to devote to it. This can help with establishing a training routine and building a bond with the puppy.

I’d advise against getting a puppy at Christmas or any other big holiday though. Although we all enjoy Christmas, it can be a more stressful time than we realise. This is definitely not the right state of mind to be in when you get a new dog.

Hope that helps!

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Things To Consider Before Getting A Dog

If you’re reading this, the chances are that you’ve decided you would like to get a dog but aren’t quite sure whether it is the right decision for you at this time. Getting a new dog can be a wonderful experience, but it’s important to know the things to consider before getting a dog so you can avoid making a bad decision. Read more

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How To Make Sure Your Dog Is In A Safe Environment

As dog owners it is our responsibility to make sure our dogs are always in a safe environment. All houses have the dangers for a dog, but it’s important you do your best to minimise any risk. Below are some things you should consider to make sure your dog lives in a safe environment. Read more

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Choosing A Puppy Quiz – Questions You Need To Ask Before Getting A Puppy

Getting a puppy is a big commitment, so before doing so you need to think hard about whether a puppy is right for you. If you’re absolutely 100% sure that it is, then you need to move onto deciding which breed of puppy you should get. Only after you can answer the following questions should you seriously consider getting a new puppy!
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How To Train A Puppy To Sit

Once you’ve brought your new puppy home and successfully house trained it the next step is to teach it some basic commands. These basic commands – sit, stay and down – are not just to make the owners life easier, but can prove extremely important when it comes to your dog’s safety. Read more

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Know Your Puppy Growth Rate

There aren’t many things in the world much cuter than a new puppy, but it is incredible how quickly they grow up and become adult dogs. If you aren’t prepared before you know it you have a fully grown dog around the house, so it’s important to know at least an estimate of puppy growth rate so you can be ready! Read more

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How To Raise Chihuahua Puppies The Right Way

Because of the size of a Chihuahua it is no surprise that they have a certain amount of health problems. That doesn’t mean they won’t make great pets, but there are some things you should be aware of. Knowing how to raise Chihuahua puppies the right way can make the difference between giving your pet a healthy and enjoyable life or not. Read more

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