New Puppy Tips - How Not To Treat Your New Family Member
Author: Ned Dagostino | 
Title: New Puppy Tips - How Not To Treat Your New Family Member
Ned Dagostino
A new puppy is an adorable addition to your family. But be
warned that you are also taking a big responsibility with your
pet. It is said that dogs are our best friends, but if they are
raised improperly, they can be a real nuisance. These new puppy
tips should help make sure you are raising your new pet right.
Like human children, they need to be trained with good manners
and right conduct. A puppy left without training can grow up
into a juvenile delinquent canine. Training a dog is not at all
hard. You don't need a pro, unless your pooch is a pure bred
showdog. Simple training at home by the new owner is a must for
any puppy.
A new puppy is not yet used to his new home and owners, that is
why, if he should have a little 'accident' in the house, he
should never be smacked or yelled at. Puppies that get spanked
and screamed at every time he does something wrong will turn
into insecure and frightened dogs.
Don'ts
1. Never reward your puppy with foods that are not good for him
like junk foods, preserved meats and chocolates and candies. Dog
kibbles and snacks are okay, or pieces of toasted bread.
2. Never spank; beat or kick your puppy should he make a
mistake. Like human beings, dogs carry vivid memories of bad
experiences and this can affect them mentally.
3. Never leave your pet alone for long periods of time at home.
If you are always out because of work or some other work
schedule, a dog may not be the right pet for you.
4. Don't scream and shout your puppy every time he makes
mistake. At times, he will ignore your rantings. If you want to
discipline him, use a stern and say the keyword once or twice.
This is enough to let him know had made a mistake.
5. Refrain from punishing your pet unjustly. Never give out
harsh or sadistic punishment. A good way to instill fear without
damaging your dog's character is to use a water pistol. A squirt
of cold water will dampen his desire to rummage through garbage,
chew footwear or do anymore mischief. This technique also works
well on cats.
You'll have to say the words like you really mean it, be strict
and show him who the master is. It is said, that like children,
puppies can sense if a grown-up really means what he is saying.
Never be angry and then turn soft all of a sudden and go "Aww,
isn't he cute, though?" If you do, he will know he can get away
with mischief.
Follow these new puppy tips and you and your pet will enjoy many
happy years together.
About the author:
To learn <a target="_new" href="/http://www.entirelydog.com">all
about dogs</A> be sure to visit our website at EntirelyDog.com.
Puppies love to play outside with kids, so why not give the
children a big reason to play in the yard by getting a good <a
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set</A>. You kids will love to play and your new puppy will love
playing with them.
Ned Dagostino
A new puppy is an adorable addition to your family. But be
warned that you are also taking a big responsibility with your
pet. It is said that dogs are our best friends, but if they are
raised improperly, they can be a real nuisance. These new puppy
tips should help make sure you are raising your new pet right.
Like human children, they need to be trained with good manners
and right conduct. A puppy left without training can grow up
into a juvenile delinquent canine. Training a dog is not at all
hard. You don't need a pro, unless your pooch is a pure bred
showdog. Simple training at home by the new owner is a must for
any puppy.
A new puppy is not yet used to his new home and owners, that is
why, if he should have a little 'accident' in the house, he
should never be smacked or yelled at. Puppies that get spanked
and screamed at every time he does something wrong will turn
into insecure and frightened dogs.
Don'ts
1. Never reward your puppy with foods that are not good for him
like junk foods, preserved meats and chocolates and candies. Dog
kibbles and snacks are okay, or pieces of toasted bread.
2. Never spank; beat or kick your puppy should he make a
mistake. Like human beings, dogs carry vivid memories of bad
experiences and this can affect them mentally.
3. Never leave your pet alone for long periods of time at home.
If you are always out because of work or some other work
schedule, a dog may not be the right pet for you.
4. Don't scream and shout your puppy every time he makes
mistake. At times, he will ignore your rantings. If you want to
discipline him, use a stern and say the keyword once or twice.
This is enough to let him know had made a mistake.
5. Refrain from punishing your pet unjustly. Never give out
harsh or sadistic punishment. A good way to instill fear without
damaging your dog's character is to use a water pistol. A squirt
of cold water will dampen his desire to rummage through garbage,
chew footwear or do anymore mischief. This technique also works
well on cats.
You'll have to say the words like you really mean it, be strict
and show him who the master is. It is said, that like children,
puppies can sense if a grown-up really means what he is saying.
Never be angry and then turn soft all of a sudden and go "Aww,
isn't he cute, though?" If you do, he will know he can get away
with mischief.
Follow these new puppy tips and you and your pet will enjoy many
happy years together.
About the author:
To learn <a target="_new" href="/http://www.entirelydog.com">all
about dogs</A> be sure to visit our website at EntirelyDog.com.
Puppies love to play outside with kids, so why not give the
children a big reason to play in the yard by getting a good <a
target="_new" href="/http://www.woodswingset.org">wood swing
set</A>. You kids will love to play and your new puppy will love
playing with them.
Last Updated ( Saturday, 24 October 2009 14:25 )