Week 1-3 From the time your puppy is born until about the third week, there is not much socializing that can be done with your pet. At this period in its life it has barely opened its eyes and can’t regulate its body temperature. In this stage, all they can do is cry when separated…
Make Your Pup Feel Safe Your puppy’s first night alone can be a terrifying one for both you and your dog. There are several things that you can do to make sure your new friend’s first night by himself is a safe, comfortable and secure one. The best thing to do is ease the transition…
When looking to purchase or adopt a new puppy, it is important to take into account the age and stage of development of your puppy. Knowing the ages and stages of puppy development, you and your family can decide when is the best time for you to take a puppy home. Too Early It is…
Before you buy a dog bed, there are a few things to consider. Things such as does your dog shed a lot, requiring constant cleaning of the bed? Does you dog like to rest with it’s head raised? Will the bed be to hot for your dog? The best way to know what kind of…
Sometimes it’s hard to know what your dog wants and needs. The best way to figure out what you puppy wants is to try and read its body language. The best way to do this is to simply observe. Watch you dog as he plays and how he interacts with other dogs. Watch different parts…
Congratulations, you’re about to get a new puppy! Puppies are wonderful creatures that can provide lots of love and comfort for years to come. Whether you’ve purchased your new puppy or adopted it, an important and vital thing to consider is how to get your new puppy home. A Dog Carrier? You may need to…
Bringing your new puppy home is such an exciting time. This new bundle of loveliness immediately becomes the center of attention. Everyone in the family will have a name that they want to call the new baby. But take a deep breath here. Naming your new puppy is a big decision and it’s important too,…
Playing with your puppy can be a lot of fun. One of the things to consider when playing with your puppy is what kind of toys to give him. Try not to get any toys that have buttons or bells on them as these can be chewed off and choked on. You also want to…
There are a few basic guidelines to remember when trying to train your puppy. It is best to start training when they are 5-6 weeks of age. One of the most important things to remember is not to use punishment as a means to teach your pup. Punishment does not encourage your puppy to want…
Housetraining a puppy can be frustrating at first. When housetraining a puppy you can be sure to expect them to have a few accidents while they get used to the idea of going outside. You have to be vigilant and patient when trying to housetrain. Observe your puppy and learn the signals your puppy uses…