Puppy Train Guide

It is hard to not pamper your new pooch. If you are bringing a puppy into the
home for the first time, there is much to think about. Most people like smaller dogs if they are going to live inside. Some people don’t mind having a large dog live indoors, but they do a lot damage in the beginning than a little dog can.

Sometimes it is easy to forget that your new pooch is not going to know the rules of the home. So it is a good idea to prepare your home ahead of time. If you have valuables lying around that you don’t want mangled you better put them in a safe place. You might also want to think about your furniture. It is almost certain that your dog will chew on some piece of furniture at the beginning. If you have really expensive furniture, then you will have to be extra careful. You also want to make sure that if you live in an apartment that you have a place they can go potty that is close by.

The next step is to get supplies for your new canine friend. I have found that the best place to look is online. Traditional pet stores don’t have any where near the selection that you can find online. You also have the flexibility of price shopping for the best deal if you find another product in more than one location. For starters, you want to look at some nice luxury dog beds. You can find ones that are casual and some that are quite fancy. Of course, it depends on how much you want to pamper your puppy. Just make sure that the one you buy will be the one that makes you the most happy and is comfortable for your dog. You also want to look at some sporty pet collars and a leash. Again, you can go contemporary or as ritzy as you want. Also, don’t forget to get some dog chew toys for them to chew on. Last, you need to get a couple of bowls, food, and some decenttreats.

Then comes teaching your dog. If they are a new puppy, potty training is what you want to take care of first. Some people like to paper train their dogs. I choose to catch them before they squat and get them outside as quick as possible. Just make sure to reward them with a treat when they go potty outside. In order to do it this way you will have to spend a good few days to a week with them most of the day, but it is worth it. I think it is more efficient. If you cannot afford the time, then paper training might be best for you. When you begin to take them out on a leash, you also want to have them walk at your side. The easy way to do this is to start walking your dog. When they charge out in front of you just stop. Call them back you you and guide them to your side. When that is done, give them a treat. Once you have established to them that you are the leader, they will look to you for instruction.

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