When you first come home with a puppy, there are a few things that you will need.
- Food; you should stick with puppy chow until he is about 6 months old
- Food and Water Bowl; should be heavy enough so your puppy can't knock it over
- Collar and Leash; get an adjustable collar and make sure the leash is atleast 6 ft long
- Chews; it may not seem important at first, but chews stop puppies from using your couch as a chew toy and can even keep their breath fresh and clean!
- Toys; The very best part! Toys come in huge varieties and your puppy will enjoy playing with all of them; I suggest the indestructible kind like Kong
- Bed; it should probably have upturned edges to make the puppy feel safe
- Cleanup Supplies;odor-reducer, carpet cleaner, etc. You'll need ALL of them
- Grooming Supplies; Shampoo, and a double-sided brush
When you first come home your puppy might be a little scared or shy and try to nip you but not always. Start playing with him and his toys, set his food out so he feels welcome to eat and drink unlike in his litter. Talk to him so he learns your voice. For the first few nights he WILL bark for his mama but as he earns your trust, he will eventually quiet down. Remember: Training should start right off the bat. First, teach him his name and to come when he hears it. Then teach him to stay by holding your hand out and walking slowly backwards. Then move on to sit, down, and anything else you want. But remember to keep to about 10 minutes a day so your puppy doesn't lose interest. Housebreaking may take a while so look into buying Pee-Pee Pads but when your puppy poops or pees inside-DON'T HIT HIM!!! Answer with a firm "no"and lock him outside.
Remember, all dogs are different so pay attention to their individual needs as well.
Here is a great place to find new puppy supplies; http://www.petsmart.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=2767079&f=Taxonomy%2FPET%2F2767079&fbc=1&fbn=Taxonomy%7CNew+Puppy+Center
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