Are you an owner of a new puppy? First things first, congratulations. It’s a happy day for you as an owner, as you’ll have a new set of paws to help you have a more fun and fulfilling life. However, it’s not all fun and games.
Puppies can also be troublesome and tiresome, especially if you’re not ready and don’t know
what to do from here on out. If you want to prioritize your puppy’s health and happiness, we
have some tips to follow to ensure these two. Here are some of them.
Prevention is the Best Cure
Before long, you should complete the puppy vaccination schedule to keep them healthy and
free of certain illnesses down the line. The sooner you complete their vaccination, the safer
they will be. Also, as puppies can be very curious, they tend to touch, sniff, and lick objects,
which can be especially dangerous if they haven’t completed their vaccination yet.
However, this doesn’t only have to be applied during their younger years. As the years go by,
you should still always keep up with their vaccination schedule and have them regularly
checked at your preferred veterinarian.
Make Sure They Socialize
Socializing is not just fun but also healthy for your new pup. When we say socializing, we
mean that you have to expose them to new environments, people, animals, and specific
situations in a very safe and positive way. Generally, the period for the socialization of a
puppy is between 3 to 16 weeks old. However, it would help if you let them socialize
throughout their lives.
That said, what are the benefits of socializing with your puppy? The main benefit of
socializing for dogs is their behavior. Well-socialized dogs will be less likely to be fearful and
anxious about their surroundings, especially about dogs and people they haven't met. This
will make them more friendly to new faces and even want to play with them.
Also, by socializing, they would know what to do and what not to do. In short, they will know
how to behave when in the presence of other people and animals. With that in mind,
socializing is the way to go if you want to have a well-adjusted dog.
Start Training Them as Early as You Can
As any dog owner knows, a puppy can be full of life and energy as it’s curious about many
things. While this can seem cute, it can also result in many negative things, especially if it isn’t
well-trained. This is why you should start their training as soon as possible before they cause
some trouble.
The earlier you start, the sooner they’ll learn how to obey commands, know what to do, and
even have good manners with their surroundings and other people and animals. Not only
that, but we all know that training a puppy can take a lot of time and patience.
If you don’t want to experience that later on in their lives, you might want to start now. You
should also note that the later you train them, the harder it will be. Full-grown adult dogs can
be very fussy and stubborn.
Keep Your Puppy Active and Properly-Fed
Of course, these things could go without saying, but do you know when to make your puppy
active and what diet they should have? You probably do since you will be oriented about it,
but if you didn’t, we could help. Puppies have very high energy levels and need a proper diet
to keep up with their activities. Ensure that their diet has the appropriate amount of protein
for their muscles and enough calories for their activities.
Regarding their activities, they should also have a proper amount of exercise. You could even
have them join you on their daily walks or jogging. Proper exercise can help them reduce their
chances of behavioral problems like excessive chewing and barking. Also, it can help them
avoid health problems such as obesity and joint problems.
Develop a Routine For Them
To make them more fond of their diet and exercise, you should have them follow a routine.
This is also good if they still have adjustment problems in your house. With that in mind, you
should include regular meal times, walk, playtime, and even just cuddling in the routine.
Having them develop a fondness for your routine will make them bond with you more and,
more importantly, make them healthier both in their mind and body.
Final Words
Puppies tend to be troublesome, but it doesn’t have to always be that way. You can make
their training fun and exciting for both of you with the proper care and attention. And by
keeping them well-fed with a good diet and proper exercise, they can live to the fullest with
you by their side.