Give your puppy a comfortable bed, and keep bedding clean. Bring a blanket to
the kennel so the puppy can get used to your home. Nothing can bring more joy
to kids of any age than an adorable, loving puppy. Puppies, however, are like
babies --they require attention, love, proper care, and lots of time. Get your
new best friend off to the right start, and prepare for a long, rewarding
relationship.
Get the puppy comfortable in your home. Bring or mail us a blanket you have
slept with so that you have your family's scent on it . Do this a couple of weeks
before you pick up the puppy or have your pup delivered so that your new
companion can sleep on the blanket and begin to get accustomed to your home
before it even gets there.
Play with your puppy before bed for the first week or so. This will help it expend
some energy and sleep better.
Provide the puppy with food and water bowls and dry, comfortable bedding.
If you have other pets, be sure to give the puppy its own bowls and bed to avoid
conflict. The kitchen or bathroom is an ideal place for the bed because they
generally are warm and have washable floors.
Provide a safe area for your puppy to play. A securely-fenced yard is ideal for
most dog breeds, but some smaller breeds will be able to thrive with a play area
indoors. Be sure to give your puppy some chew toys, and experiment a little to
find which toys he or she likes best.
Handle your puppy with care. Puppies, like human babies, are fragile. Gently
scoop up your puppy if you need to pick it up, keeping one hand under its chest.
Pet your puppy often. It's important to stroke your pet's body, legs, and head
several times daily to make it feel loved, to bond with it, and to make vet visits
(when the puppy will need to be handled) more comfortable.
Feed your puppy properly. Make sure your puppy always has adequate fresh
water available. Feed your puppy small amounts of specially-formulated puppy
food several times a day. The number of daily feedings depend on the puppy's
age:
* 6-8 weeks: 3 times daily
* 12-20 + weeks: 2 times daily
The amount of food for each feeding depends on the breed. Feed your puppy
only the smallest amount recommended for its breed, age, and size, and
increase this if the puppy seems to be too thin or as directed by your
veterinarian. Also, the Miniature Schnauzer breed does not require puppy food
until it is a year old as stated by most dog food suppliers. If you think your
Schnauzer is gaining too much weight, switch him or her to Adult food as early
as six months of age.
Make sure your puppy gets plenty of exercise. Different breeds require different
amounts of exercise, and this is a factor you should consider when choosing a
puppy. As puppies' bodies are still developing, try to avoid any sort of rough play
or strenuous exercise such as long walks. Take the puppy into the yard or garden
after meals, and begin taking your puppy for short walks about a week after its
second round of vaccinations.
Make sure your puppy has all its recommended vaccinations.
Your vet can provide more information on what vaccinations your puppy needs
and when he or she should get them.
Keep your puppy worm and flea free. Talk to your vet about preventing worms
and fleas or treating outbreaks.
Socialize your puppy. Once vaccinated, puppies should be encouraged to play
with friendly puppies, grown dogs, and other animals. Make sure the other
animal tolerates the puppy well, and do not leave the animals alone for even a
minute at first.
Keep your puppy's environment sanitary. Air out your puppy's bedding daily,
and wash or replace it weekly. House train your puppy when appropriate, and
immediately replace your puppy's bedding if he or she has had an accident in it.
Brush your puppy daily. Brushing keeps your pet clean and healthy and allows
you to check its skin and fur for any problems. The type of brush and other
grooming and washing requirements vary, so check with us for more
information. Brush all over the puppy, including its belly and hind legs.
Watch for health problems. Keep an eye on your puppy and you can catch any
problems early. The eyes should be bright, and the eyes and nostrils should be
free of discharge. The puppy's coat should be clean and shiny; watch out for
matting or thinning. Watch out for bumps, inflammation, or rashes on the skin,
as well as signs of diarrhea around the tail.
Keep your puppy's teeth and gums healthy. Chew toys help a puppy keep its
teeth healthy. You may also wish to use special toothbrushes and dental products
if your puppy's breath is consistently bad or if its teeth appear dirty. Check with
your vet before doing so, as these problems may be symptoms of other problems.
Protect your puppy. Puppies are naturally curious, and even with the most
attentive care they sometimes get out of the yard and get lost. Make sure
your puppy wears a comfortable collar-- fitted at about 5 weeks and loosened
gradually to accommodate the puppy's growth--with a tag listing its name and
your address and/or phone number. Many jurisdictions require licensing of
dogs, but it's a good idea to get your puppy licensed even if it's not required.
You can also have a tiny microchip implanted in your puppy to assist in locating
if it gets lost.
Tips: Different breeds have different needs, so be sure to consult a breeder
or veterinarian for breed-specific care information.
Put newspaper down in the puppy's play area until the puppy is house trained.
Chew toys will help curb your puppy's inclination to chew on your shoes and
furniture.
Gradually build up the time you leave your puppy alone. Don't leave your puppy
alone for several hours as soon as you bring him or her home.
Clean up after your puppy when you take it for walks. Use a scoop, bag, or
gloves to pick up after it, as the fecal matter may contain parasitic worms or
dangerous bacteria.
Warnings: Puppies are a big responsibility, and so are the dogs that they
become. The steps listed here are only a small part of what you will need to
do for your pet. Make sure that you have ample time, money, and space to
care for a dog before you get a puppy. Remember, you're making a lifetime
commitment.
Only get puppies from a reputable breeder or from a pet rescue shelter or
humane society. Disreputable breeders may mistreat animals, and the puppies
may be diseased or may be represented as purebred when they are not.
Don't give puppies milk, as this may cause diarrhea.
Do not leave puppies alone for more than 3 hours a day or they will become
lonely. They will also tend to destroy things around the house and cause all
sorts of mischief. Never leave a puppy alone with a child or a dog that is not
accustomed to the puppy or that doesn't tolerate the puppy well.
Don't force a puppy to play, especially when it's trying to sleep.
the kennel so the puppy can get used to your home. Nothing can bring more joy
to kids of any age than an adorable, loving puppy. Puppies, however, are like
babies --they require attention, love, proper care, and lots of time. Get your
new best friend off to the right start, and prepare for a long, rewarding
relationship.
Get the puppy comfortable in your home. Bring or mail us a blanket you have
slept with so that you have your family's scent on it . Do this a couple of weeks
before you pick up the puppy or have your pup delivered so that your new
companion can sleep on the blanket and begin to get accustomed to your home
before it even gets there.
Play with your puppy before bed for the first week or so. This will help it expend
some energy and sleep better.
Provide the puppy with food and water bowls and dry, comfortable bedding.
If you have other pets, be sure to give the puppy its own bowls and bed to avoid
conflict. The kitchen or bathroom is an ideal place for the bed because they
generally are warm and have washable floors.
Provide a safe area for your puppy to play. A securely-fenced yard is ideal for
most dog breeds, but some smaller breeds will be able to thrive with a play area
indoors. Be sure to give your puppy some chew toys, and experiment a little to
find which toys he or she likes best.
Handle your puppy with care. Puppies, like human babies, are fragile. Gently
scoop up your puppy if you need to pick it up, keeping one hand under its chest.
Pet your puppy often. It's important to stroke your pet's body, legs, and head
several times daily to make it feel loved, to bond with it, and to make vet visits
(when the puppy will need to be handled) more comfortable.
Feed your puppy properly. Make sure your puppy always has adequate fresh
water available. Feed your puppy small amounts of specially-formulated puppy
food several times a day. The number of daily feedings depend on the puppy's
age:
* 6-8 weeks: 3 times daily
* 12-20 + weeks: 2 times daily
The amount of food for each feeding depends on the breed. Feed your puppy
only the smallest amount recommended for its breed, age, and size, and
increase this if the puppy seems to be too thin or as directed by your
veterinarian. Also, the Miniature Schnauzer breed does not require puppy food
until it is a year old as stated by most dog food suppliers. If you think your
Schnauzer is gaining too much weight, switch him or her to Adult food as early
as six months of age.
Make sure your puppy gets plenty of exercise. Different breeds require different
amounts of exercise, and this is a factor you should consider when choosing a
puppy. As puppies' bodies are still developing, try to avoid any sort of rough play
or strenuous exercise such as long walks. Take the puppy into the yard or garden
after meals, and begin taking your puppy for short walks about a week after its
second round of vaccinations.
Make sure your puppy has all its recommended vaccinations.
Your vet can provide more information on what vaccinations your puppy needs
and when he or she should get them.
Keep your puppy worm and flea free. Talk to your vet about preventing worms
and fleas or treating outbreaks.
Socialize your puppy. Once vaccinated, puppies should be encouraged to play
with friendly puppies, grown dogs, and other animals. Make sure the other
animal tolerates the puppy well, and do not leave the animals alone for even a
minute at first.
Keep your puppy's environment sanitary. Air out your puppy's bedding daily,
and wash or replace it weekly. House train your puppy when appropriate, and
immediately replace your puppy's bedding if he or she has had an accident in it.
Brush your puppy daily. Brushing keeps your pet clean and healthy and allows
you to check its skin and fur for any problems. The type of brush and other
grooming and washing requirements vary, so check with us for more
information. Brush all over the puppy, including its belly and hind legs.
Watch for health problems. Keep an eye on your puppy and you can catch any
problems early. The eyes should be bright, and the eyes and nostrils should be
free of discharge. The puppy's coat should be clean and shiny; watch out for
matting or thinning. Watch out for bumps, inflammation, or rashes on the skin,
as well as signs of diarrhea around the tail.
Keep your puppy's teeth and gums healthy. Chew toys help a puppy keep its
teeth healthy. You may also wish to use special toothbrushes and dental products
if your puppy's breath is consistently bad or if its teeth appear dirty. Check with
your vet before doing so, as these problems may be symptoms of other problems.
Protect your puppy. Puppies are naturally curious, and even with the most
attentive care they sometimes get out of the yard and get lost. Make sure
your puppy wears a comfortable collar-- fitted at about 5 weeks and loosened
gradually to accommodate the puppy's growth--with a tag listing its name and
your address and/or phone number. Many jurisdictions require licensing of
dogs, but it's a good idea to get your puppy licensed even if it's not required.
You can also have a tiny microchip implanted in your puppy to assist in locating
if it gets lost.
Tips: Different breeds have different needs, so be sure to consult a breeder
or veterinarian for breed-specific care information.
Put newspaper down in the puppy's play area until the puppy is house trained.
Chew toys will help curb your puppy's inclination to chew on your shoes and
furniture.
Gradually build up the time you leave your puppy alone. Don't leave your puppy
alone for several hours as soon as you bring him or her home.
Clean up after your puppy when you take it for walks. Use a scoop, bag, or
gloves to pick up after it, as the fecal matter may contain parasitic worms or
dangerous bacteria.
Warnings: Puppies are a big responsibility, and so are the dogs that they
become. The steps listed here are only a small part of what you will need to
do for your pet. Make sure that you have ample time, money, and space to
care for a dog before you get a puppy. Remember, you're making a lifetime
commitment.
Only get puppies from a reputable breeder or from a pet rescue shelter or
humane society. Disreputable breeders may mistreat animals, and the puppies
may be diseased or may be represented as purebred when they are not.
Don't give puppies milk, as this may cause diarrhea.
Do not leave puppies alone for more than 3 hours a day or they will become
lonely. They will also tend to destroy things around the house and cause all
sorts of mischief. Never leave a puppy alone with a child or a dog that is not
accustomed to the puppy or that doesn't tolerate the puppy well.
Don't force a puppy to play, especially when it's trying to sleep.
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