Don't just buy a cute face. Consider your lifestyle, now and for the next 15 years. Do you live in an apartment, home with small yard, home with large yard. Do you have an active lifestyle or are you a couch potato. Are you a first time dog owner or an experienced handler. Are there children or other pets in the home. Can you afford food, vet care, grooming, flea and tick control. Do your research before shopping to be sure you choose the right addition to your family from among the many puppies Temecula.
If you're schedule is unpredictable, choose a breed that's independent and calm. If you hike or bike, choose a high energy dog. If you're a homebody, choose a little lap dog or a calm, moderately energetic dog that will enjoy snoozing at your feet most of the day.
Many a family pet ended up banished to the backyard when it became too large, energetic, or dominant. If your house is busy with company coming and going, choose a dog that's naturally sociable. If you have children and other pets, choose a breed known to be gentle and friendly. Only a dominant personality should choose a dominant dog.
Introduce pets in a monitored and controlled situation. Teach children to respect a new dogs need for space. Let the dog decide when it's time to meet and greet. Teach basic obedience and include your children in obedience exercises. Don't leave small children alone with a new puppy.
Whining and barking are attempts to communicate anxiety, loneliness, confusion. Take time to reassure the new puppy as he adjusts to his new home without mom and litter mates. If you're a calm and assertive (not aggressive) pack leader, he will soon relax and begin to explore his new environment. Obedience classes are a great way to train and socialize a new puppy. If problem behaviors occur, get help from a private in-home dog trainer.
Have a safe place like a crate to contain your pet safely when you're not at home. Have a leash and collar, a bed, grooming tools, toys to chew and play with, food and food and water bowls, flea and tick control product, stain and odor remover for accidents.
Check online websites so you'll know what's available before visiting a store or breeder. Interact with the puppies before making a decision. Observe how the puppies interact with people and other puppies. Look for signs of dominance, submission, skittishness, independence, calmness, or excitability. Choose a personality that interests you.
Have a plan for work days. Crate training is helpful but your puppy won't make it 8 plus hours for the first few months. He'll need a mid-day potty and play break. Once your puppy has all his shots, daycare or a dog walker is a good choice for friendly and high energy dog care.
Purebreds are bred for temperament as well as conformation. But a poorly bred or poorly socialized puppy can be quite different from the expected temperament. Research the background of any dog you're considering purchasing. Ask for registration papers and a health guarantee. If a mixed breed, ask to meet the parent dogs. Purebred or mixed breed, observe the puppy's behavior with an objective mindset. Visit a local vet as soon as possible to be sure you're purchasing a healthy puppy.
If you're schedule is unpredictable, choose a breed that's independent and calm. If you hike or bike, choose a high energy dog. If you're a homebody, choose a little lap dog or a calm, moderately energetic dog that will enjoy snoozing at your feet most of the day.
Many a family pet ended up banished to the backyard when it became too large, energetic, or dominant. If your house is busy with company coming and going, choose a dog that's naturally sociable. If you have children and other pets, choose a breed known to be gentle and friendly. Only a dominant personality should choose a dominant dog.
Introduce pets in a monitored and controlled situation. Teach children to respect a new dogs need for space. Let the dog decide when it's time to meet and greet. Teach basic obedience and include your children in obedience exercises. Don't leave small children alone with a new puppy.
Whining and barking are attempts to communicate anxiety, loneliness, confusion. Take time to reassure the new puppy as he adjusts to his new home without mom and litter mates. If you're a calm and assertive (not aggressive) pack leader, he will soon relax and begin to explore his new environment. Obedience classes are a great way to train and socialize a new puppy. If problem behaviors occur, get help from a private in-home dog trainer.
Have a safe place like a crate to contain your pet safely when you're not at home. Have a leash and collar, a bed, grooming tools, toys to chew and play with, food and food and water bowls, flea and tick control product, stain and odor remover for accidents.
Check online websites so you'll know what's available before visiting a store or breeder. Interact with the puppies before making a decision. Observe how the puppies interact with people and other puppies. Look for signs of dominance, submission, skittishness, independence, calmness, or excitability. Choose a personality that interests you.
Have a plan for work days. Crate training is helpful but your puppy won't make it 8 plus hours for the first few months. He'll need a mid-day potty and play break. Once your puppy has all his shots, daycare or a dog walker is a good choice for friendly and high energy dog care.
Purebreds are bred for temperament as well as conformation. But a poorly bred or poorly socialized puppy can be quite different from the expected temperament. Research the background of any dog you're considering purchasing. Ask for registration papers and a health guarantee. If a mixed breed, ask to meet the parent dogs. Purebred or mixed breed, observe the puppy's behavior with an objective mindset. Visit a local vet as soon as possible to be sure you're purchasing a healthy puppy.
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