Thursday, July 3, 2014

Puppies Temecula Looking For Loving And Forever Homes

By Rosella Campbell


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.

Some breeds are calm and independent. Some are gentle, some feisty. Some don't handle alone time, becoming anxious and destructive. Some need high energy activities. Some just need a stroll around the neighborhood. Some dogs aim to please, some have stubborn temperaments.

If you have children or other pets, choose a breed that is gentle and amiable. If you entertain frequently, choose a breed that is sociable and obedient. Bring home the right puppy that will be a welcome and much loved family member all the days of its life.

Have a plan for introducing your new puppy to children and other pets. After the puppy arrives, teach children how to train the dog and how to respect the dogs space and needs. Don't leave children unattended around new pets.

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.

A crate can be a comfy den that keeps your puppy safe when you leave the home. Other important dog care items to purchase include a collar and leash, dog bedding, grooming tools, toys, dental chews, food, food and water bowls, flea and tick control products, stain and odor removal products.

Visit a store or a breeder. Pet the puppies before you buy. Look online for available pets. Research the breed you're interested in. When choosing a puppy, see how they react to other dogs at the store or breeder's home. If they're dominant there, they'll be dominant at your home.

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.

Reputable breeders breed for temperament, health, and conformation. Ask for registration papers, health records, and a health guarantee. A poorly bred or socialized dog may exhibit different behaviors from the expected norm, so always do your research. Mixed breed dogs are a bit of a question mark. They're wonderful pets as long as you're open to a range of personality types and behavioral quirks. Always take a new puppy to your vet for a health exam as soon as possible.




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