How to Raise a Healthy and Happy Dog: The Perfect Dog Care Book. Dawn Michael
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© 2012 by Dawn Michael
ISBN 9781456615673
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Contents
Introduction
How to Love Your Dog
Feeding Your Dog
The Amount of Food to Feed
Foods You Shouldn’t Give Your Dog
Diets Change
Allergies of Food
Proper Diet
Food Costs
Canned or Dry Food
Doggy Dental Care
Some Common Dental Issues
Dental Problems and How to Prevent Them
Dental Treatments
Dental Care at Home
Overweight Dog
Proper Pet Identification
Grooming and Handling
Clipping a Pet
Giving Your Dog a Bath
Heartworms, Fleas and Other Parasites
How to Prevent Heartworm
Health Insurance
How Often Should You Get Your Pet Examined
Importance of Regular Check-Ups
Physical Examinations and Their Importance
The Process
Signs to Recognize If Your Dog is Sick
How to Care for an Ill Dog
How to Give Your Dog Medicine
Vaccinations
Frequent Asked Questions
Spaying and Neutering
Female Dog Spaying
Male Dog Neutering
How to Make Sure Your Dog Isn’t Bored
Doggy Traveling
Final Words
Introduction
It is a very exciting time when a new puppy or dog comes into the household for everyone in the family.
The first couple of days are going to be hard and require a lot of your attention for a couple of reasons, but the most obvious reason being that the new puppy needs to adjust to it’s new home and owners. I mean think about it, you are about to live with this puppy for the rest of his life without knowing very much about each other.
You think that you know everything there is to expect, but you don’t. When it comes to new puppies, adopt a new motto; expect the unexpected. Adopt that motto, and you will be better prepared already. The first few weeks are going to be hard, and contain some interesting new things you aren’t expecting, especially if you have never owned a dog before.
Remember this, getting a new puppy is a big responsibility and requires a lot of dedication. You are now responsible for another life, and as being responsible for that life you need to make sure they are healthy and happy to insure them a good life.
The first couple of weeks aren’t going to be easy because you are going to be adjusting to an abrupt change in your life, and you will have to do with a lot of messes and things that make you want to scream. But don’t give up because it will get easier once you and the new puppy settle down and accept each other.
We all know that you don’t want to go through all the ups and downs of the first couple of weeks, and that you definitely don’t want them affecting your dog negatively. We want it to be as stress-free as possible for both you and your dog, so we have wrote some tips below on some things that you might want to prepare yourself for; before your dog’s first day in your house and during the first couple of days.
Since you are going to need to prepare yourself before bringing your new adorable puppy home, we are going to help you out by give you some smart advice to help you.
One thing is for sure though; a little work beforehand goes a long way because it does not take very long for your new little puppy to get into some trouble if you haven’t searched up any information yet.
If you listen to the advice and tips I am going to tell you below then you will be immensely better prepared for when your new puppy comes in your home.
It will also help you stop some of the most common problems of the puppy’s first couple of days in the new household. If you prepare your family, your house, and yourself before your new puppy comes into your house it will make everything easier and smoother for both you and the puppy. It will also make it much more enjoyable and there will be a lot less stress for you and your dog.
How to Love Your Dog
Now, some people might think that this section is not even needed, but some people really are not sure how to do simple things like this. In their defense, it can be hard with certain breeds of dogs that take a long time to warm up to people. Now, in this section I am going to explain a couple of things that you can do to show your dog some love.
1.Take your dog for a walk or give them plenty of exercise. This will show your dog that you care for them enough to take them outside and spend special time with them, one on one. Sometimes you can even tell if your dog needs to go out if they start whining, or are standing/sitting by the door. Make sure you watch for these signs, as they can be very helpful during training and during the life of your dog.
2.Pet your dog. It is a very simple action, but conveys a lot of love to your dog. They will appreciate you a lot for it, and happen to love it. Some dogs especially love to be rubbed behind their ears or on their belly’s. It is one of the best ways to show your little puppy or dog affection.
3.Talk to them. Now, this may seem odd to you. Talk to your dog? But they can’t understand you? But the truth is dogs can understand that you are showing them love and affection by the way you talk to them when you are talking to them nicely. Make sure to give them compliments, and be in a positive mood.
4.Make sure your dog has its own little area. It will show that you respect your dog and love him enough to give him his own area to sleep and live in by himself. It should not be surrounded by boxes or anything like that. It should be alone, and by itself so that it seems like the dog’s own bedroom.
5.Reward your dog when he does something good. This will show him that you recognize that he is doing something good and shows that you appreciate his efforts to do something good. It also shows that