Breeder – Lambriar® buys from USDA licensed breeders.
Distributor – Lambriar® is a distributor. A distributor markets puppies for the breeders and wholesales to pet retailers only.
Retailer – A pet retailer sells directly to the consumer. Retailers must have a storefront and a retail tax permit. Retailers are screened for potential problems and a regular veterinary program must be in place in order to do business with Lambriar®. All retailers and their veterinarians must consult with our staff veterinarian prior to the first sale.
Lambriar® is very active in state and federal legislation that supports regulations to keep the pet industry safe and comfortable for the animals involved. Lambriar® in no way supports illegal kennels or those with a history of problems meeting USDA requirements. Our goal is to provide happy, healthy animals to responsible pet retailers. Our passion is happy, healthy puppies.
Puppies are adorable but quickly grow up. Now that you have made a puppy purchase, your job begins in raising a new life to be a good citizen of your community. Keeping your pet healthy and ensuring a continued good temperament creates a wonderful new family member. It is up to you to ensure a good future for your puppy. Following are some basic tips and common questions we are asked.
1. Next to veterinary care, the most important thing you must now provide for the young puppy is socialization. Don't make the mistake of thinking that this is not important. The more you expose that puppy to, the more confident he will be as an adult dog. This is especially important with a shy breed. You will need to be careful where you take the puppy until he has had all of his disease preventing vaccinations, but you need to take him everywhere you possibly can... car rides, park outings, meeting new people of all ages and races. It will become repetitive, but if weather permits, load him up and take him on daily errands. Read carefully about a puppy's "fear periods," between 8-12 weeks of age. You will need to make an effort to take the puppy on outings even when they don't fit into your regular schedule. Always remember, however, to never leave the puppy in the car unattended anywhere you go. This is not only dangerous in all seasons to animals of any age, but also widely illegal across the country.
2. Enroll your puppy in a local "puppy preschool" if one is available in your area. The trainer will be able to help you with puppy issues and the socialization this will provide is very valuable. On your own, your best efforts cannot accomplish all that can be achieved by taking the time to invest in a class such as this. Ask your retailer if a school is available.
3. Today, many people promote the use of crate training. Study the subject carefully and use it to your advantage for house training. Remember that a young puppy does not have muscle control and expect accidents until your puppy has achieved more mature control. Be careful not to keep your puppy in the crate beyond the recommended amount of daily hours. Many adult dogs continue to consider their crate as their own "place" after they have grown up.
4. Feed your new puppy a high quality pet food. Do your homework again. Many brands offer quality nutrition but the overall health and even temperament of your puppy depend on your individual choice of a quality food. Ask for the recommendations of the retailer where you purchased your puppy.
5. You may find that you can groom your puppy yourself. Again, a little education and perhaps some specialized equipment and advice from your retailer and you will find it’s not difficult at all to maintain good grooming. By doing your own grooming, you provide another way to deepen the bond between you and your pet. If you are hesitant or uncomfortable with this, check with your local pet store professional for the services they may provide.
6. Your puppy needs treats and toys of his own. He may enjoy hard rawhide chews, squeaky toys and balls. Choose durable, appropriately sized quality items for ultimate safety.
7. Within a few days of adding your new puppy to the family, you should be taking him to the veterinarian. You need to establish a good relationship with this doctor and maintain the recommended schedule he will suggest for your puppy's vaccinations. He will also start your puppy on heartworm prevention. Heartworm is a horrible disease in its later stages that has ended the lives of many family pets prematurely. In recent years, mosquito population studies have required the veterinary community to now recommend year round prevention. Heartworm takes about a year to begin to enter serious stages. It is up to you to protect your pet from this disease. You will also want to form a relationship with your vet, so you will have a dependable professional to turn to when your puppy has illnesses or injuries. These are bound to happen and again it is up to you to provide your pet with the attention he deserves.
What should I tell my children about our new puppy?
Children should be taught the proper way to treat the puppy/dog. If your dog is eating, sleeping or perhaps has a favorite toy, the dog may wish to be left alone. At times like this, children should leave the puppy alone. Children should be taught not to tease, poke or irritate the puppy. Any dog is capable of biting but will learn restraint from biting unless it is unduly harassed. Teach the children to be gentle, kind and respectful. Do not allow the children to rough house with the puppy or play tug-of-war games. The puppy may get overly excited and not understand when to use restraint. Don't allow the children to pull the puppy around by its ears or tail. Teach the proper way for the children to hold the puppy. Never leave the puppy alone with children. With diligence and consideration, puppies and kids can be the best of friends! Children will learn to be patient with the puppy and studies have shown that puppies will teach your children to be kind and patient with the rest of the world.
What supplies will my puppy need?
You should have the following supplies ready and waiting when you bring the new puppy home. They should all be available from your friendly local pet store:
Food bowl
Water bowl
Puppy collar - you will need to change to larger ones as the puppy grows bigger
Toys
Chew sticks
A bed
Puppy shampoo
A veterinarian already chosen
Leash
ID tag - You can purchase one of these at the new do-it-yourself machines located in many large chain stores. Do this immediately and attach it to your puppy's new collar! –Be sure to register the microchip.
Comb and brush
Nail clippers
Trimming scissors
Doggie toothpaste and toothbrush
Quality pet food
Puppy treats
Baby gate(s) and crate
We hope we have provided you with some helpful guidelines. Education is the key to providing yourself with a happy, healthy and lifelong companion. We, at Lambriar®, want you to be the best parent possible to your new puppy! In return, we know your puppy will become a reliable friend that makes you smile daily.
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