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Oh My Dog SuppliesDog Articles & TipsGeneral Dog Talk6 Things To Get With Your New Puppy

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6 Things To Get With Your New Puppy

Tuesday, December 2, 2008 | Printer Friendly Printer Friendly

So you have just got your new puppy or you are going to pick it up in a few days? Below is a list of 6 things to help you with your new arrival...

1) Pick A Great Name

Pick a name that means something to you or your family. Remember you will most likely need to yell the name out in public so try not to make it too naughty or silly to shout out. The name should also be short and clearly understandable to the dog. Try not to name it anything that sounds like other common commands (i.e. sit, stay etc.). Use the name as often as you can as soon as you get the new puppy and try not to change if after a few days if you don't like it as this will only cause confusion for the dog.

2) Micro Chips, Collar, Leash & Identification Tags

Dogs should be microchipped as soon as possible. Microchips are inserted under the skin (usually in the shoulder blades) and can identify your dog if it ever gets lost. Microchips are permanent and can't be lost which makes them ideal for every dog.

A collar is also an essential item. It will aid you in controlling your dog and can be used to place identification tags onto too. Identification tags are valuable as they will tell someone who gets your dog where it belongs. Remember to replace tags as needed as they do rust and become unreadable in time. Even if you have a microchip, tags are still important as if your dog simply wonders next door it will be easy for the person who finds it to return it. Also microchips can only be read by vets who have the technology to access the chips data.

3) Food, Water & Bowls

All dogs need food and water. Try to ask the breeder or seller of the dog what food they have been feeding the dog. If possible, try to follow this diet or offer something similar. Radical changes in a dogs diet often leads to an upset stomach. If you cannot afford the food the dog was previously eating, try to slowly introduce the new food by offering a small amount of each until the dog is weaned off the old food.

All dogs should have water available at all times. Water should be clean and fresh and changed regularly. You should also always keep an eye on the water level to ensure your dog does not knock over the water supply. You should also offer at least two water supplies in case one does happen to fall over. In summer, try offering your dog an ice cube as well as it will help them keep cool on the hot summer days.

4) Somewhere To Sleep

Be sure to have somewhere for your puppy to sleep before you bring it home. Be sure to provide warm blankets even if in summer as it can get cold at night. Introduce your new dog to the area straight away and try to make it fun by placing toys there. Make sure the location is protected from wind, direct sun and rain.

5) Play Time

Make sure to buy dog toys and plenty of them. Toys prevent boredom and often can prevent your new dog from destroying the rest of your house. Make sure toys are non-toxic by buying them from a reputable pet shop. Try to steer clear of toys that may get stuck in your dogs throat. Also remember to only give your dog a few toys at a time otherwise it may not get excited over a hundred different toys all scattered around the garden.  

6) Cleaning Up The Mess

Dogs will make mess but cleaning up the mess is easy. Plastic bags will help you clean up dog waste. You will also need paper towels and other materials if you are getting a new puppy as it will be sure to have a few accidents around the house.

These 6 points are sure to help you with your new hairy little arrival. Good luck and be sure to have fun with your new puppy.

Dan Fletcher.

Looking for more articles about puppies, or puppies for sale?  Then check out http://www.puppiessale.org.


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