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The complete guide on puppies

24 Jul 2024

New puppy at home.
Raising and caring for a new puppy at home is a goal that can be exciting and at the same time not easy at all.
A puppy that has arrived in a new environment has a lot to learn, and we have quite a bit to do to help him at the beginning of his journey.
Where do you start and how do you progress? We are here to help with tips for raising puppies!

Bringing a new puppy into your home is like opening a door to an endless world of black tails, wet noses and unconditional love. But all this at the price of a journey full of challenges and obligations. Expect schedule changes and quite a list of challenges that will come along with your new family member. But at the end of each long day, the new puppy's joy of life will reward you because this adventure is worth everything.
A new puppy in the house brings with it unconditional love. From the daily joy of every door opening back home to being there for you even on the hardest days. The puppy that will grow up to be your best friend will always be by your side. The mental health benefits are well known, reducing stress and helping with anxiety. Your dog will also lead you to a lot of physical activity and a healthy life in body and mind. The new puppy will be able to grow up and be a loyal friend for many years. and bring a certain sense of security to your home.

Adopting a family member. Bringing the new friend into your life through adoption is a uniquely fulfilling experience. From the first wag of his little tail and your first game together. When you bring home a puppy from adoption the memories you will make with him will stay with you forever. It takes a lot of patience, effort and love to help him adapt to the new home and become an integral part of the family, so be ready for whatever comes.

Before starting, you should take into account your lifestyle and the commitment required of you to raise a happy and healthy puppy. Make sure you have enough time and energy to provide him with the affection and attention your puppy will require. It is also important to make sure that the living space is suitable for his breed. Larger or active dogs will require a larger area to play and a larger bed to rest on. It is important to read about the breed of dog you are interested in adopting and research its needs. You should know what to expect from the arrival of the new puppy, and know what to do to maintain a pleasant and successful experience for both you and him.

It is important to stock up on a variety of dog products suitable for the stages of the puppy you will bring.
1. Food for puppies suitable for the age and breed of the dog.
2. A bowl of water and dog food suitable for the size of the dog.
3. A leash and, as you already understood, a collar for the dog that is suitable for his learning.
4. Shampoo for puppies if they arrive dirty after adoption day
5. A quality and pleasant dog bed.
These are the main things that are really important for the dog, of course there are other preparations that you can buy such as shampoo, bone toys and many other things.

The recommended stages of adoption are
1 Research on the puppy that you are interested in bringing into your home. Understanding everything that is required of you before anything else is the most important step. It is important to make sure that your expectation stands the test of truth to avoid unpleasant situations.


2 Finding puppies for adoption through an organization that helps with puppies for adoption or a reliable private person. Of greatest importance is their concern for the puppies. Check if the puppies are vaccinated or any other important details regarding them. Try to contact other people who have adopted through them and get their opinions.


3 Meet the puppy. Check if there is a connection between you and the puppy. Do you have concerns about it or doubt the information you received? If not, and you think that the puppy is the right one for you. You are welcome to go to the next step.

4 Bring the new puppy home. Make sure he feels comfortable in his new environment. Give him time to acclimatize and get to know the new home. This stage is very important for him.
Did the puppy come home? It's time to get him used to the new environment. Clear an area in the house where he can acclimatize, such as a quiet room or a pleasant environment where he can rest and start to feel at home, and gradually expose him to the rest of the house and the yard if there is any. It is very important to let him explore independently as much as possible.

Acquainting the puppy to humans or other animals that share the area with it is also something that will be very important to do at the same time. Give your puppy the freedom to understand his new location and all the new animals or people he will meet.
Each age requires different treatment and conditions. Follow the changes in your puppy during his developmental stages to understand what he wants and needs from you. It is important to note that different races will behave differently. They will also require different food. If you are not sure about what to do, you can contact us at your pet store Haim's warehouse to get tips on raising puppies, and verify together with him what is recommended to do and whether you are acting in the right way to help your puppy.

Is your puppy two weeks old or less?
magnificent! At this stage, the demand from you is not small, but you get to know your puppy from the very initial stage of his development. This is your chance to grow it in the best way!
One of the most important things for a puppy at this age is temperature. Take care of your puppy's body temperature because they are not yet able to control their body temperature independently. It is extremely important to keep them in a warm environment such as a bed and perhaps also add an external heat source if necessary.
The next thing to do is feed it. Puppies at this age require food and a lot of it.Every two or three hours to be exact. Yes. Even in the middle of the night. If the cub still has its mother to feed it, she is expected to take care of it. But if she is not there to help you and the puppy, you will have to feed him yourself in a puppy mill.

Cleanliness is something that cannot be given up. Keep his bed clean and dry, it is important to clean and change the surface on which he will sleep regularly to prevent the proliferation of bacteria and unpleasant odors. Of course, cleanliness also belongs to the puppy itself and not only to its surroundings. Avoid bathing the puppy but gently clean his butt from time to time every day.While your puppy is learning to do his basic needs, the pads will be able to help you during the time when they just can't control their bladder. The pads allow a convenient and simple solution to help in the early developmental stage of the puppy, you can continue the use of the pads even in a later period after the puppy has grown a little. Keeping a clean house will also keep your mind calm during a difficult period that requires a lot of attention to your puppy and the environment, which he will definitely leave dirty if he is not taken care of.
Our puppy is full, clean and not cold. What remains is a little company. Get the puppy used to you. Try to gently hold them and talk to him gently. Give him love and lots to help him grow.

Is the puppy between two and eight weeks old?
At this stage the puppy grows faster. A significant physical and behavioral change will begin at this stage. Monitor its development and changing requirements at this time. Many changes will come in a very short time.
His eating habits will start to change. Less dependent on feeding, he will already try to eat by himself. He will still want to eat almost all day, but try to gradually reduce the feeding times.

From a company perspective, this stage is essential for your puppy's development. He was presented with different situations and other environments. Let him know and learn more. You can also start playing with it gently. Let him feel that this is his home. And beyond that, outdoor trips can also begin. Buy a nice dog leash that fits him and let him get used to defecating outside.
Monitor the puppy's health. Take him to the vet for tests and vaccinations if necessary. Watch for signs of illness such as loss of appetite, cough, or diarrhea. If the situation seems a little problematic do not hesitate to take it for examination.

Physical activity will also be beneficial. Exercise the puppy more each day gradually but be careful of their delicate body and bones. After all, your puppy is still growing. Short walks and games will be necessary for the development of your puppy.
A fence for puppies can prevent a lot of unpleasant situations in this developmental stage of your puppy.
With the help of demarcating areas in the house and separating the puppy from the rest of the house, you will feel safer letting him roam more freely with less supervision. Also, a fence will help tremendously in the initial stage of training to show the dog that he is not allowed to be in certain places in the house such as your sofa or the table. It is recommended to bring the puppy into the fenced area with the addition of a reward and loving treatment, to prevent him from being afraid of the fence.

Age eight to sixteen weeks
Between eight and sixteen weeks he is already at an age where basic training will be important to start. He is already at a developed stage and mature enough to start behaving more like a dog than a puppy.
He is starting to grow bigger and should be more ready to progress to 2-3 meals a day. Of course, the type of food will already change to the food of more mature puppies compared to what he ate when he was smaller (materna). Try to get him used to eating a few larger meals a day instead of many small meals throughout the day.

Play time will change significantly at this age, your dog starts to be more active with a lot of energy to release. This is a great time to introduce him to dog toys and different activities. Try to vary from time to time so that he can enjoy himself in the best way.
As the dog grows, it will feel less comfortable being alone at home and away from its owner. Try to occasionally increase the amount of time he spends alone to get him used to it. And make sure to give him the attention he needs when you are together. It is important that he can manage on his own and that he knows that if he waits patiently he will get the attention he is looking for from you.

Please note that at these ages puppies can develop certain fears. After he experiences certain experiences he will probably show great fear of doing things that may seem basic to us. Try to be patient with him and keep trying to show him new things to build more courage in him. Hug him and let him open up to new things and don't punish or yell at him when he's scared, this could cause bad future consequences for your puppy.

Has your dog already reached the age of six months?
magnificent! It's time to treat him like a grown dog.
At this age your dog will already start in a more mature way. and will begin a more energetic way of life.
Continue to provide him with company and treat him as a friend. Take him to new places and different trips. To let him adapt to places he has never visited and to new people he has never seen before. Give him positive support for every interaction he has with a new person or every arrival to a new location.Continue his training and teach him new things such as delivering and returning objects. Try to prevent furniture bites, at this stage of your dog's life he will try to chew almost anything he can put in his mouth and what not. A rubber chew toy can help in such cases. Try to combine preventive education together with training the dog.

Prevention and treatment of worms, fleas and ticks in dogs starts first with cleaning. Keep the dog and its environment clean. Dirt and debris can be breeding grounds for fleas and ticks. Make sure to consistently wash the dog's bed or the litter area on which he will sleep. In addition to cleaning, you must also maintain a proper diet. A strong immune system is essential for the health of the puppy and the prevention of various types of diseases. Regular check-ups at the vet are important to identify even relatively simple things like worms or fleas at an early stage. If you discover a flea or tick on your puppy, you can find high-quality collars for this problem.

Some fun facts:
1 Dogs love schedules.
Just like humans. Dogs eat, play, and go to the toilet at regular times.
Keeping a regular schedule will make your dog happy.

2 dogs can predict the weather.
Dogs have a developed sense of smell and can sense changes in atmospheric pressure.
Changes in pressure can indicate changes in the weather.

3 Puppies from adoption are healthier.
Studies show that adopted dogs have less stress, and are often healthier than dogs bought from stores or private individuals.

4 dogs can count.
Researchers have discovered that dogs can count to 4 and understand basic arithmetic such as addition and subtraction.

A bit about training puppies
It is important to start training the dog as early as possible. From the eighth week is an excellent time to start. Along with maintaining positive reinforcement such as snacks and toys you will need to maintain consistency. Consistency is the name of the game in dog training. It is important to make sure that everyone who is with the dog tells him the same commands and brings him the same prizes accordingly. Try to keep lessons short and simple. No more than fifteen minutes at a time, focusing on one or two commands at most. It is important to keep calm and patience in training your dog, and to persevere. Teaching it every day can help the dog learn faster and more easily. Training puppies is fun, try it before you turn to a professional, it can cause an amazing connection between you and your puppy!

The importance of training is mainly to make sure your puppy understands the basic things you need them to do. Whether it is to maintain good behavior on his part or to strengthen the bond between you. Proper training can also keep the dog safe. To prevent unnecessary attacks or to protect the house.
Basic training of the dog with basic commands such as sit, leave, come, and stay. will be able to maintain basic control over your dog in most cases that you will need. It is very important to maintain basic control over such commands to make sure your puppy understands the most basic things.

In conclusion, receiving a puppy from adoption is something that can be very satisfying. Your process and journey together is unparalleled. To take care of a new puppy requires a lot of responsibility for an animal that you have received into your home. A lot of patience is needed for a new animal that still has a lot to learn. And can do things that are sometimes unexpected or can also be annoying. And a lot of love is needed from your first day together. Maintaining proper nutrition for your dog will help you maintain a healthy life. And proper training will help your dog understand the things that you require of him, and he will maintain a close relationship between you two. Life with a new puppy is something that can be completely different from what you've known so far, for better or for worse. For every bad thing the dog does, there will be three things that will make you remember why you chose to adopt a dog.

 

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