Ep 102 So You Purchased a Puppy…Now What?

Now that you’ve gotten that new puppy, you might be wondering what’s next.

Today, discover some puppy-dog basics to get you off to a good start with your new fuzzy buddy.

In this episode, you will learn a great way to begin socializing your new puppy.

Show Highlights

• Puppies are problems!
• Why do you get puppies in the first place?
• Puppies/Dogs are a big business
• It is very appealing to get a puppy because they are very cute
• Because this is such a business, dog breeders are starting to overbreed
• There are also designer breeds: dogs with certain designer things that are pleasing to an owner, example: no shed dogs
• Regardless of laws or restrictions, the dog breeding business is worsening
• People get puppies mainly because it’s an impulse buy
• Puppies – we have a tendency to want to take them to test responsibility before starting a family or getting their child a puppy so they can take on the responsibility
• Results from getting a puppy you may or may not be aware of prior to:
  • Teeth
    • Puppy teeth are sharp
    • During the weening process puppies need to break down meat for digestive purposes
    • They will eventually lose these teeth due to age
  • Diet
    • You will need to feed your puppy different then you would when it becomes an adult
    • You should not switch their food until they are about 75% developed
    • Ask your vet when it would be a good time to switch
  • Exercise:
    • Puppies require lots of exercise
    • A young puppy could sleep 18-20 hours a day
    • Their sleep is very important as it can wreak havoc on your own sleeping time
    • Bones don’t fully develop until 12-24 months of age
    • Intentional exercise – creating a strong bond and making intentional time to spend together
    • A dog should be exercised for 15 minutes per month of age twice a day – for a 3-month old dog you need to work him 4 minutes at a time 2x day

Homework

• Doing structured things such as walk around the block or visiting friends with your dog
• Work with your dog for 15 minutes per month of age twice a day
• How can I make this dog a very good part of the family and part of my everyday activities
• Work with your dog on things you enjoy doing

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