![]() Tips on Buying, Adopting and Fostering a dog.' No matter whether you shop, adopt, or foster dog ownership is special. So let's discuss how to prepare for your beautiful new Puppy.īringing home a new puppy is an exciting occasion for the whole family but it is not one that comes without a fair amount of work and consideration. Never fear, Underwater Dogs brings you the ultimate Puppy hand book the quintessential, 'things you should know' to help prepare for one of the most amazing experiences your family will ever share. Topics such as 'The right time to get a dog? What type of dog might be right for you. ![]() – Nora RobertsīOOK ONE of the A Life with Dogs Blog Series has been dedicated to all those who have never owned a dog, have always wanted to, or are about to introduce a new puppy, OR dog to their family. Maybe you've owned a dog but feel you need a refresher another perspective, or an opportunity to see what's new (or not). So don’t sweat the small stuff, have patience with yourself and your pup and remember: there’s no such thing as too many tummy rubs.Everything I know, I learned from dogs. But it will also be one of the happiest, funniest and craziest times of your life. There’s certainly a lot to learn when you’re bringing your fur baby home. Plus, while you’re learning some new tricks, you’ll get to see your own fur ball rolls around with others their age. It’s great for training, socialisation and mental stimulation. Your little mate can start puppy school from around eight weeks old, provided they’ve had at least one vaccination. You should start some very basic training as soon as you come home, but it’s always good to get help from experts – especially as a first-time fur parent. It's never too early to get acquainted with your local vet and approach them with any questions you might have. You’ll need to keep this up and stay on top of their health in general. Your puppy should have had their first vaccination and started flea and worming treatment by the time they come home. Bring a pocketful of treats and make sure to give them some time to sniff all the new smells. Buy a good quality collar or harness and a lead appropriate for their age and breed and start out with short adventures around your house, garden, the street and work yourself up to the neighbourhood and beyond. This is something you’ll have to work on together. Walk the walkĭogs aren’t born knowing how to walk on a lead. More info on puppy proofing your home here. ![]() And remember that, as with most things, they’ll grow out of this phase eventually. Direct all that toothy energy away from your furniture and clothes by stocking up on puppy-safe chew toys or treats. You’ll quickly learn that your puppy might have the same taste in shoes as you do – only they take the ‘taste’ part more literally, especially while they’re teething. If your home doesn’t allow your puppy to go out immediately every time it needs to go, you can support the early days of toilet training with puppy pads. Puppy bladders are small, so accidents are bound to happen. Toilet training can be tricky you’ll need consistency, frequent trips outside and plenty of treats. This will likely be the hardest part of the puppy-raising project. Make sure you enforce the routine with rewards rather than punishment, and give them time to get used to your way of living and the home’s rules. Your new schedule should apply to everything – mealtime, playtime, exercising, sleeping, toileting and even spending time alone. In every family, a routine is essential to a happy household and the same counts for four-legged family members. They can be out with you when you are home, but it’s important to have a quiet place where they can rest or spend time when you aren’t there. Set up a space with a suitable, snuggly bed, water and some toys where they will feel safe, secure and comfortable. It can be a good idea to allocate a small area to your pup at the start rather than giving them the run of the house. Follow this handy checklist to make sure you have everything covered when the little ball of fluff arrives. It’s a super exciting time, but it will also be a huge change for everyone in the household – both two-and four-legged. ![]() You’re about to bring home your new best friend. ![]()
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