Puppies don’t know they are puppies. They think they are another member of the family. Like kids, it is OK to spoil them, but they need to behave. If you would not let a child get away with something, you shouldn’t allow it from your puppy either.
Kennel Breaking: Dogs think different than we do. We think bigger cars and houses. They think of a den they can control and be safe in. Get them into a routine for going out to use the bathroom. They do not need to go every 15 minutes. You can take them when they get up, after sleeping, after eating and before bed. Keep a radio and a nightlight on at night. Puppies are used to having their littermates around and the silence will wake them up. A radio playing or night light will keep them sleeping through the night.
Your puppy will experience busy times. When your puppy is 12 weeks, it’s time to be leash broke. This is easy to do and is imperative because controlling him may save their life someday. Your veterinarian or animal care specialist can help with leash training.
Chew bones such as nylon bones are good. They need to chew on something, so teach them what is acceptable to chew on. Never give puppies slippers to chew on. They don’t know the difference between slippers and $200 shoes. Chewing is natural while cutting teeth. At seven months, all the adult teeth are in and the chewing should slow. All puppies chew for fun so be sure to train the puppy on which toys are theirs. A basket of toys helps.
Give a puppy his own blanket to sleep on. It’s easy to clean and when you take him somewhere, put the blanket down so they know where they can lie down. Using the blanket while traveling in the car helps them to know where to be in the car and keeps them from tracking dirt in your vehicle.
Dominant breeds: Don’t let them sleep in bed with you, it will make them think they are equal. They need to have a separate place to sleep. Make them ask to go through the door to the outside. They cannot be allowed to rush out an open door. Holding them gently with the door as a puppy will quickly teach them to stay until asking to go through the door.
Stop them from barking at a young age. It’s OK to bark for a reason, but they must hush when told. Terrier breeds are especially fond of barking with excitement.Small puppies need to eat multiple small meals a day. Their small tummies won’t hold enough food for one or two meals a day. Talk to your pet professional about vitamin calorie supplements to give as a treat several times a day for the first four weeks. It helps the tiny puppy get off to good start.
Human food can cause gastrointestinal upset. It is best to avoid it for the first year. Also, a low fiber, good quality diet will decrease the number of stools and make house breaking easier. Consult your pet shop or veterinarian for quality pet food.
Use appropriate food and water dishes for the size of the puppy.
If you have small children, play with the food dishes while the puppy is eating. Also, play with their feet, mouth and ears. This diffuses the need to fight back as they grow older and need exams or nail trims.
Your new puppy will require a great deal of time and attention to become a new member of your family. It’s always best to establish and maintain a routine of consistent feeding, training and playtimes.
Your puppy will need to be housebroken. Consistent, repeated and regular encouragement to urinate and defecate when and where you prescribe, even throughout the nighttime hours, will produce the best results. You may consider obedience training to help your puppy learn the rules. Include your whole family so the training is as consistent as possible.
You’ll need a veterinarian for essential medical treatments as your puppy grows. A pet owner should choose a veterinarian with as much care as in choosing a family doctor. You can check with your pet store owner to help select the right vet for your puppy.
Feeding times should be regular. Feed your puppy in the morning, in the evening or at both times, but be consistent to provide the nutrition a quickly growing puppy needs. You can consult your pet store owner or veterinarian for recommendations on the best brands of high quality puppy food.
Your puppy’s grooming needs depend on the breed and the time of year. We believe that clean puppies are the happiest and healthiest. You can seek advice from your pet store owner or veterinarian for a pet groomer in your area. Besides, a clean puppy is a lot more fun to play with!DO’S:
Do take your new pet to a veterinarian within the warranty period specified by the retailer’s sales contract. Even though the puppy is no longer under Lambriar® care, our goal always is to make sure you get the healthiest pet possible.
Do follow your own veterinarian’s prescribed regimen of vaccinations, wormings, and external parasite management. These recommendations change in different areas of the country. If and when minor problems arise, your veterinarian is your pet’s best friend.
Do feed a high quality diet. Birth to adulthood of your new pet requires the same nutritional attention you would give to a child.
Do make sure you are qualified to give your pet the time it requires to become a loving member of your family. A puppy that is left alone for a great amount of time will invariably show behavioral problems. Puppies are like children; they demand attention. In addition, a giant breed, 6 month old puppy, left to it’s own devices, will destroy one room per hour.
Do listen to your pet retailer and heed their professional advice. Pet retailers are in this business because they care about animals and their advice and insights are invaluable. Selecting a breed that fits your home and lifestyle will make training much easier.
DON’T’S:
Don’t buy a puppy as a status symbol or accessory. Puppies require as much or more time than a child. Be prepared to give that time.
Don’t call Lambriar® with the following questions. These are the responsibility of the selling retailer.
How big are the parents? Lambriar® doesn’t know and the retailer doesn’t know. You can write to the breeder after registration papers are received. The size of the parents isn’t always a determining factor in the size of your pet. Breed standards will give you a general range.
How do I enroll my pet with HomeAgain®?
Your new puppy was implanted with a permanent identification device called HomeAgain®. Please make sure you enroll your puppy with the HomeAgain® Pet Recovery Service to safeguard it in the event it becomes lost. Alternatively, you can enroll your puppy online at www.HomeAgainID.com. Go here, for more information on the importance of HomeAgain®.
Why were the surgeries performed?
Ask your retailer.
Where are the littermates to my puppy?
Unless your retailer happens to have one of the littermates, Lambriar® cannot release that information.
Where did my puppy come from?
Lambriar® markets puppies from USDA inspected and licensed, reputable breeders only. We have been a leading pet supplier for over 36 years and have always maintained and demanded the highest standards possible from our suppliers. Lambriar® accepts puppies only from breeders licensed through the United States Department of Agriculture and by state license programs who have adhered to the most stringent standards. All suppliers and breeders have to meet the standards of the USDA.
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