Step by Step Process to Owning and Training Your Puppy

So, you have adopted a new furry friend and now it is time to train your four legged companion to have manners and to become the beloved member of the family that you know he or she will be. If you have never trained a puppy, then you will need some guidance to get you started. With some patience and consistency, your new canine companion will soon become a beloved companionTiming is Everything

When you adopt a puppy take care to assure that you are not taking the puppy away from its family too soon. Typically, the earliest that a puppy should be separated from its mother is no sooner than eight weeks after its birth. Separating a puppy too soon can have a long term adverse impact on the puppy which may emanate in its behavior and health.

 

Family Says A Lot

If you have the opportunity to meet your puppy’s parents, this is a good indicator to you of the temperament of your pet. If you are dealing with a breeder, check out where your puppy was bred. If the facility is well maintained, and the animals are healthy in appearance along with the facility kept clean, your chance of adopting a good pet are going to be higher than a facility which is unkempt and dirty. Avoid adopting from pet stores and stay away from animals which have been bred in puppy mills.

 

Stay Close to Your New Animal

To calm your puppy after it has been separated from its litter, you will want to stay close. If you are comfortable with sleeping with your puppy, then keep it nearby to soothe it. Otherwise, make sure its crate is warm and comfortable. Put a ticking clock in with the animal to provide a sound that is rhythmic and soothing.

 

Name

When you are considering a name for your new friend, think about how easily the name will roll off the tongue and how easily the puppy will hear its name. The best choice is always a name that has two syllables in it.

 

Training

Start with simple tasks like sitting and staying. Repeat the process three times each session. Reward your puppy with small treats, pats on the head and praise. Puppies will pick things up quickly even at a very young age.

 

 

Walking
Don’t be in a rush to train your puppy to walk on a leash. Wait until your puppy has its first set of shots before taking it out for a walk. The best time to start training your puppy to walk on a least is around 16 weeks of age or four months.

Stay Calm
Always talk to your animal in a calm voice. Your puppy will respond better when you talk to it in a gentle but firm voice, rather than yelling. If you practice this, your dog will really take notice if your raise your voice as in the case of an emergency or need.

You are now ready to look for and to train a new four legged friend. Take the time to find the perfect puppy for your household, train it well and you will have a companion who will be by your side for many years to come.