Are you interested in rescuing a dog from the pound? Or do you are interested in purchasing a puppy from a dog breeder? Whether you wish to have a loveable old mutt or a show dog, either one will bring a lot of love into your life. You will also have tons of responsibilities, so read on to find out how to get it done.
Make your home is safe for your dog. It should be perfectly safe before you try to foresee any problems your dog might run into prior to bringing him home. Make sure anything toxic is put away and the cleaning supplies are up and safe.Some common house plants that are toxic to pets should be removed from your dog’s reach.
This will show your dog that he is doing just exactly what you are looking for. It teaches the idea that he gets praised when he does what you’d like him to do.
Trim all hair that’s around your pup’s paws so it doesn’t get matted up. A comb should be used first to straighten the dog’s fur before you do any cutting. If this process is something with which you are uncomfortable, it would be a good idea for you to go and get it done by a professional groomer.
Follow instructions from the vet if the dog needs special or has medicine. Your dog won’t like a cone, but the vet prescribed it for good reason.
Some dogs are more likely to suffer from health issues you need to watch for. Research the kind of your pup and see if there are any common problems.
Make sure you provide your dog affection on a regular basis. Like a lot of things, many owners pay much more attention to bad behavior than good behavior. This can cause lots of problems later on. Try praising them at least 5 times more than the amount of time you scold him. Your dog will more likely showcase the proper behavior if you do so.
If you’ve got just one dog and he doesn’t seem all that happy or is left alone a lot, think about getting your dog a friend. Dogs are pack animals by their very nature and enjoy the company of other dogs. Match them up carefully by temperament and energy levels and temperament.
Make sure that your dog with the opportunity for plenty of exercise- both physical and mental. Teach him to get your newspaper and do other helpful things that are useful in your home. This gives him a job to do and he’ll feel like an active member of the family.
You have the information you need to properly care for your new dog now, so get ready to show your dog its new home. Continue learning all you can as new ideas on dog ownership pop up online quite frequently. You can go to message boards to find out from other people who are new and fist time dog owners. You will find that you learn new things about your dog, even when they grow old.