Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: Puppy Care: 5 Things New Dog Owners Should Know

Are you a new dog owner with absolutely no
experience in puppy care? You are not alone. Many
owners have gone through the same thing. There is
so much to know yet it is not that difficult for
you to learn.

You probably are aware that puppies have needs
that can be compared to children's needs. For
instance, they need health care, hygienic living
conditions, nutritious food and training. If
you're just starting out however, you probably
are not sure exactly what that means to your
puppy.

Health care

Your puppy needs regular vaccinations that will
continue throughout his life to protect him from
several serious diseases, some that can actually
take his life. The first thing on your list is to
find a good veterinarian who you trust.

Hygienic living conditions

While you might think that dogs have stronger
constitutions than humans, this is not really
true. They are just as susceptible to becoming
ill from poor living conditions. If your puppy's
bedding is filthy, for instance, he can become
infested with fleas and ticks which steal his
blood and cause severe skin infections.

Nutritious food

If your puppy does not get quality puppy food
from the very beginning, she can suffer some very
serious growth, health and developmental
problems. Puppies need certain nutrients for
building bones, healthy connective tissues,
healthy organs, well-developed brains and
maintaining robust energy. Improper feeding can
cause severe problems now and throughout your
dog's life.

Training

You might not think that training belongs under
the heading of puppy care, but it is training
that would help determine your puppy's happiness
and his overall feelings about himself. Proper
training and plenty of praise will boost your
puppy's confidence. A confident puppy who has
been given the proper care from the beginning
will grow into a healthy, energetic and obedient
adult.

Puppies Will Be Puppies

Just remember that puppies will be puppies. As
humans, we tend to exaggerate the extent of
puppies' unwanted behavior. If your puppy chews
your favorite shoes or damages your carpet, you
are quite likely to see this as a major crime.

If this is your first puppy, understand that
digging, chewing, barking and jumping are all
natural. These activities are not wrong from your
puppy's point of view. Don't get angry. It is
your job to teach her that this is unacceptable
behavior.

Puppy care doesn't have to be difficult. It is
all about how you approach being a new dog owner.

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