Puppy Vaccination Schedule
A vaccine is a product which protects against a specific disease. A vaccination is the act of introducing the vaccine into the body. This will provide immunity to the disease. The process whereby your dog becomes immune to a disease is called immunization. For some diseases one vaccination is enough, for others, your puppy will need boosters […]
Read MoreIntroduction To Crate Training A Puppy
The purpose of crate training is to give your puppy a safe secure place to go. In the wild, dogs were den animals. Crate training takes advantage of this instinct and the crate becomes your puppy’s den. Sending your puppy to his crate should not be used as a punishment. It should be the place […]
Read MoreThe Stages of Puppy Development
Puppies are generally thought to become dogs at around 1 year old. This varies between breeds. Small dogs mature at around 9 months while large dogs may not be fully mature until 15 months. Puppies grow and mature quickly, and their needs are different at every stage. [adrotate group=”8″]Stage 1: 0-2 weeksFor the first few […]
Read MoreTeaching Your Puppy to Walk On A Leash
step 1: Remember your puppy does not realise he shouldn’t PullDon’t forget your puppy was not born knowing how to walk on a leash so must learn the skill. The best way to teach this is to use patience and positive reinforcement. Once your puppy has mastered this skill walking will be a more enjoyable experience […]
Read MoreTeach Your Puppy To Stop Biting
Bringing home a new puppy is a great experience for the whole family. However, many families are not prepared for the amount of bites they will get as they play with their puppy. Sometimes a puppy will bite so hard that children avoid playing with him. Here are some tips that will help you teach your […]
Read MorePuppy Training
When you bring home a new puppy there is so much for you both to learn. It can sometimes be a tricky process. We have searched the internet to find the best articles to help you along this journey.[adrotate group=”8″] 5 Ways To Increase Your Puppy’s Impulse Control via http://www.puppyleaks.comImpulses are urges to do something […]
Read MoreWhat You Need To Know About Buying A New Puppy
Buying A New PuppyDon’t forget that when you are buying a puppy you are also buying a dog. Large breeds mature into dogs at about 15 months and smaller breeds mature at about 9 months. The average lifespan of a dog is between 10 and 13 years. Looking after an animal is a big commitment […]
Read MoreFeeding A Puppy – How Much Is Enough?
Bringing a puppy home is the most exciting time! You have a new four-legged member to the family! Taking care of a puppy is similar to raising a baby. They’re a lot of work, can drive you insane, but carry so much love. Be aware that dogs have big appetites. As the pet parent, you […]
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