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Your puppies first day
Information compiled from research and my own experience.
Your Puppy's First Day
Give your dog a head start on a happy life by making his first day a great one.Your puppy's first day in your home is one of the most important times in his young life. Try to make it one of his best days. Remember dogs do have a good memory just like you or I.
It's very important for your dog to be wearing an ID tag from the first day he is at your home. Before you bring your new dog or puppy home, have the tag ready for him. If you haven't chosen a name for your dog yet, just put your address and phone number on it. It only takes a minute for your puppy to dissappear if your not careful.
The first thing you are going to want to do is hold your puppy. You might want to hold him all the time. But it is very important for your puppy to have a chance to meet the other people in your family. He also needs to explore his new home. And learn where things are and where he can and cannot go.
Holding your puppy is important so he learns to love you, but on the first day, hold him only a few minutes at a time.
| You and your parents should get your house ready before your pup comes home. Puppy-proofing your house will keep your new pup safe from danger. |
| Puppy-proof your house: |
| 1. Make sure cords and wires are not where your dog can reach them. 2. Place trash in cupboards or get trash cans with lids. 3. Remove dangerous liquids, like cleaners and antifreeze. 4. Clear off tables that your pup might reach. Pick up papers or other objects he might get into that you don't want him into. |
Have a place for your dog to sleep. A crate makes a good bed. When your puppy is resting, he can be in a private place where no one will bother him. If you don't have a crate, put his bed somewhere that is cozy, comfortable, and private for him.
Your pup will probably need to go to the bathroom soon after he arrives. It would be a good idea to take him outside before he begins to explore your home. Praise him when he goes. Give your new dog time to explore your house, but don't leave him alone. You can stand behind him and follow him to the places he wants to go.
Quiet, please! Your puppy will do better if your house is quiet. Loud noises may scare him. Later, when he is used to your house, you can introduce new sounds slowly.
The best place for your new dog to meet your other dog for the first time is outside--in your yard (fenced) or in a park (on a leash). When they are comfortable with each other, bring them indoors.
Wait and give your dog some food after he has been home for a while and is feeling more comfortable. Don't forget to let him outside every time he drinks or eats.
It is very important to know what Humane means: Humane means acting kind, gentle, and generous toward your pets.
TIP:
Don't start any training on this first day.
This is your pup's day to meet everyone.
It might be very tempting to take your dog out and show him off to your friends, but you need to wait a little while. First, let your pup get comfortable at home and with everyone that lives in your house. Then, after your pup has had it's shots to protect him from illness, take him out for short walks not very far from your house. Always remember to tell your pup he is doing a great job.
If your puppy can't walk on a leash yet, then you will need to teach him. Don't just put a leash on him expecting him to know what he is supposed to do. You have to train him. I prefer a harness over a collar to train them but it is your choice. Pull gently and talk to him as you coax him to walk. Don't just drag him if he does not walk. Coax and talk to him. It takes time but it is worth it. Teach him to walk on one side or the other from the start and you won't have a puppy running circles around you when your trying to walk them.
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