For
the first 72 hours get acquainted; you and your new puppy need time,
so keep them at home. And try to have the whole
weekend for just you and your new puppy.
Limit taking them around strange
dogs until their vaccinations are complete.
Your puppy has been on a strict vaccination
and worming program. You will be given a record of this and instructions
on further health needs.
Your puppy will be sent home
with a few days supply of the kibble that we have been feeding them until
you can get to the store and pick some up, however we do recommend that
you have everything already set up for your new puppy before picking them
up.
Remember that your puppy is a baby. They
potty when they wake up, after they eat, after they play and before they
go to sleep. Take them out often to prevent accidents.
Make sure your puppy has lots of toys. Don't
make the mistake of allowing your puppy to chew on socks because they don't
know the difference between your socks and their own play socks.
Avoid rawhide, it is really not good to be giving puppies.
It is very important that your puppy get
fresh water and food at least 3 times a day. If dry food doesn't
appeal to them you can be assured that he will eat it, eventually;o) It
is crucial that if your puppy doesn't eat and drink enough that you
consult your veterinarian.
Don't housebreak your puppy in too
big an area. We recommend you use the puppy crate. Your success
in housebreaking your puppy will progress quickly if the puppy is confined
to a small area while your busy and not playing with him.
When using a crate always make sure that your
puppy is near you and the family.
If you are watching tv, make sure he is in the
room right next to you where he can hear and see you. If he whines,
tell him "quiet", he will catch on. Never remove the puppy while
he is whimpering, wait until he has stopped, and then remove him.
When you take your puppy out, take him out on
a leash and take him to the area that you want him to be going. Do not
change this routine or you will confuse your puppy. Be sure to tell
him to go potty, or whatever word or phrase you want to use to teach him
to go potty on command. If he does not relieve himself, bring him
back in and place him in his crate and then take him again in 20 minutes.
As soon as he goes, praise him, but do not over do it.
Some train their dogs to use a bell to let them
know when they need to go out. Hang the bell on the door that you plan
to take your pup through and every time you go to take your puppy outside,
ring the bell and say, "outside" or "potty", your choice there..Then open
the door right away and take them out. Do this every time you take
or let your dog out and they WILL catch on!
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