When the new puppy enters our home, we are always a little anxious about how to care for it. The fact i that puppies are like any babies, they need love, proper care, attention and lots of time and patience. It is always good to have the right beginning of the rewarding, long and joyful relationship. Nowadays, there are many websites with useful information and tips about puppy care, such as PuppyFacts.info, dailypuppy.com, puppycare.com etc.
Getting the puppy comfortable in new home is very important. Few days before picking up the puppy from the dog breeder, it is good to bring there a dog bed or a blanket. This way, the puppy can sleep on it to get accustomed to his or her new home before even getting there. For the first few weeks in the new surrounding, it is recommended to play with the new furry companion before the bed time to help it sleep better and expend some energy. The bathroom or kitchen are ideal places for the new bed and bedding because they are usually warm and have washable floors.
Water and food bowls should be provided, together with food and fresh water. Feeding the puppy is one of the most important task a new owner has. The number and the amount of daily feedings depend of the breed and the age. Petting and handling puppy with a lot of care is important, because they are fragile like human babies and need to feel loved and safe. Different puppy breeds need different amount of physical exercise, but all of them need to play in order to develop their bodies. After getting puppy vaccinated, it should be encouraged to play with friendly animals, such as grown dogs and other puppies. Being extremely friendly, puppies need to socialize in order to live long and happy life.