Bringing a new puppy home is an exciting time for the whole family. Whether you live in a house with a yard or an apartment, take the proper steps to keep your pet safe and happy. Veterinarian and animal lecturer Dr. Peter Eeg offers this advice:
Make a special place-Puppies need a safe place to go if they're scared or scolded. Beds, baskets or crates can be a perfect spot.
Look low for hazards-Watch out for electrical cords, small balls and toys that could choke. Make sure all cleaning products are put away. A puppy should not have access to medications or cleaning supplies of any type.
No way for escape-If the puppy has a yard, fences should be strong and tall. An alternative is Invisible Fence Brand outdoor safety solution that provides safety and control without major construction or obstruction of view.
Avoid table scraps-Don't feed your puppy anything except puppy food. Offering table food or frequently changing your puppy's diet can cause illness. Also, onions and chocolate can be toxic to your puppy.
Get identified-Along with a name tag on a collar, consider a microchip for your dog. Your veterinarian should be able to do it for a reasonable cost. The chip is about the size of a grain of rice and is injected under the skin between the shoulder blades.
Training matters-Keeping a puppy safe also requires that you use proper training techniques when teaching the animal rules or restrictions. Too many dogs are given up after their normal, easily modifiable behaviors are allowed to become problems. If you need help, consider a professional dog training class. Ask a friend, neighbor, veterinarian, humane society, boarding kennel or groomer for a recommendation.
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Puppy Pointer-Proper teaching techniques are a must to help keep a new puppy safe and happy.
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