12 Steps Towards Securing A Healthy, Sound, Highly Suitable and Well Behaved New Puppy
Are you in the process of looking at puppies for sale?
Are you properly prepared for such a big decision and the long term commitment that a new puppy will require?
I've formulated a 12 Step process that if followed leads to responsible dog ownership. From the early planning stage, to choosing your puppy and right through to your first obedience training lessons together.
Bringing a young puppy into your life is a special time for any dog loving family. There are so many factors involved in securing a healthy and sound puppy and lots of added responsibility. But where do you start?
That's what inspired me to put this page together - it's designed for anyone even contemplating the purchase of a new puppy. I've broken the puppy planning and purchasing process down into 12 logical and easy to follow steps.
Please follow them well before you even start to look at any puppies for sale. This research, planning and the honest assessment of your current situation will be crucial in your decision making process. Please base your decision on this considered research and planning rather than some spur of the moment or impulsive decision to purchase a puppy. Arm yourself with the knowledge to make a responsible and informed decision when looking at puppies for sale.
The research and planning you put in now in this preparation stage will lay the groundwork for your future together - it will determine:
- The type of puppy you end up with and where you purchase him/her from (this is a huge decision).
- Your puppy's long term health, wellbeing, household etiquette, social skills and longevity.
- The relationship or bond you and your puppy will experience. Lets make it a healthy, interactive two way relationship.
Time put in now before you go searching for your cute little housemate will be well worth it in the long run - for you and your dog. There's so much to learn, be aware of and put into place before your young puppy arrives home - lets get to it, Step 1 awaits your attention. Good luck - I hope you end up with a beautiful and suitable puppy in your life and that of your family.
Please take the time to follow the 12 step process detailed below. It is designed so that you will end up with a highly suitable, healthy, sound and well behaved puppy. One that you and your family can trust and love.
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Step 1. Should You Be Getting A New Puppy?
Are You, Your Family & Your Lifestyle Ready For A New Housemate?
- Are You Ready For A Dog?
- Some good general tips for prospective puppy owners. Includes advice on many of the responsibilities that come with puppy ownership and some important questions to ask yourself.
- Am I Ready Emotionally?
- Good article explaining why it is never a good idea to purchase a puppy on impulse or as a gift.
- Are You Ready For A New Puppy?
- Ten questions to ask yourself before contemplating bringing a young puppy into your life - please answer honestly!
- Am I Ready For A Dog?
- Honestly ask yourself why you wish to get a dog in the first place? Plus this article outlines some of the crucial tasks which come soon after bringing your new dog home.
- Thinking About Getting A Dog?
- Another excellent article from dogplay.com - this site is well worth bookmarking and coming back to. Some well thought out and detailed advice for anyone considering looking at puppies for sale.
- Responsible Dog Ownership
- Details many of the wrong reasons to get a new puppy.
- Before You Pick Out A Puppy
- Some more good tips and advice to consider in this research stage of preparing for a new puppy.
Step 2. Which Dog Breed Is Right For You?
Is There A Perfect Match For You & Your Family?
- Dog Breed Directory
- Includes a comprehensive list of pure breed dog profiles and also a dog breed selection tool.
- Breed Profiles & FAQs
- Another extensive list of pure breed dog profiles. Includes information regarding the temperament, health concerns and grooming requirements of each individual breed.
- Choosing A Dog
- Lots of good links to websites where you can research your breed decision.
- Interactive Dog Breed Selector
- Answer these 15 questions, submit your answers and you'll receive some suggestions on what could be a suitable dog breed for you.
- How To Choose A Dog Breed
- Includes the many variables you need to consider in your decision process, an online dog breed recommender and detailed breed profiles.
- Purebred Dogs vs Mixed Breed Dogs
- Good article discussing the pros and cons of pure breeds and mixed breed puppies - well worth a read.
Puppies & Dogs For Sale - They Are Everywhere!
Step 3. Where Should Your Puppy Come From?
How To Select A Responsible & Reputable Puppy Breeder
- 10 Reasons Not To Buy A Puppy From A Pet Store
- 10 reasons - and they're all valid ones.
- Why Purchase A Puppy From A Reputable Breeder?
- This article outlines some of the main differences between buying your puppy from a pet store and a reputable breeder.
- Pet Store Puppies & Puppy Mills
- Good selection of links which uncover the truth about puppy mills and backyard breeders.
- 16 Things To Look For When Choosing A Reputable Breeder
- Some handy tips to keep in mind when you are weighing up the merits of a particular breeder.
- Making A Difference: Being A Responsible Dog Breeder
- Another comprehensive and detailed article from dogplay.com - discusses the ethical issues involved in breeding dogs.
- Finding A Responsible Breeder
- Some hints for locating a responsible dog breeder - and things to beware of when looking at puppies for sale.
- 10 Rules Of Ethical Dog Breeding
- Good article which details how to spot an unethical breeder and the right questions you should ask your prospective dog breeder.
- How To Select A Dog Breeder
- Some more good tips to keep in mind when searching for a good breeder.
- Checklist For The Responsible Breeder
- These are questions you should consider when trying to evaluate the ethical qualities of a breeder.
- How To Choose A Reputable Dog Breeder
- Good article from the American Dog Trainers Network. Outlines the importance of a good breeder and also their responsibilities with the early development of your puppy.
- Say No To Puppy Mills!
The Truth about Puppy Mills
Hundreds of thousands of puppies are breed at Puppy Mills, and then sold to Pet Stores. These dogs only job is to breed and have puppies, so the owner can make as much of a profit as possible. If the dogs can no longer breed, then they are very often killed with a metal object beaten against their head. No health care, never enough food, and no medical care, these dogs live in a wire crate their whole life with no socialization, and never able to enjoy the grass and walking. This is no way to live. To stop Puppies Mills, don't buy puppies at Pet Stores.
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Step 4. How To Select Your Puppy Out Of A Litter
But They're All So Cute I Hear You Say!
- Pick Of The Litter
- Includes a temperament test which is a checklist of 10 things to look out for when selecting your puppy. Also discusses what it is that makes a good pet companion dog.
- How To Choose A Puppy
- A comprehensive list of points to refer to when you are in the process of selecting your new puppy. You can print some of these articles out and take them with you to the puppy breeders.
- How Do You Score As A Puppy Picker?
- Gary Wilkes is a highly respected clicker trainer. This article discusses the process he used when selecting his Queensland Heeler puppy. Lots of good tips and some good humor mixed in as well - well worth a read.
Yorkie Puppies For Sale - They Are Very Cute But This Breed Has Suffered Badly From Unethical, Greed Motivated Breeding Practices.
Step 5. Puppy Proofing Your Home & Property
Preparing For Your New Arrival - There's Much To Be Done!
- Puppy Proofing Your Home
- A comprehensive list of potential hazards - both indoors and out.
- Preparing Your Home For A New Puppy
- Includes information on how to make your home safe for a young puppy. Also discusses how to protect your home and possessions from your puppy's sharp teeth and messy mistakes.
- Puppy Proofing Your Home & Yard
- Good article from the Bichon Frise Club of America. A good tip - holiday time is the worst time to bring a new puppy home.
Step 6. What Puppy Supplies Will You Need?
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Step 7. What Should You Feed Your Puppy?
What Is The Best Dog Food For The Optimal Health, Wellbeing & Longevity Of Your Puppy?
- Dog Feeding Info
- Very detailed and comprehensive article discussing all aspects of dog nutrition. Discover which commercial dog foods are safe, learn about feeding a raw dog food diet and how to make wholesome homemade dog food.
- The Best Dog Food - What Are Your Options?
- Details the right way to feed your young puppy - includes a disturbing video about the dog food industry and lists some good commercial dog foods products.
- What's The Best Food To Feed A Dog?
- Good article discussing the nutritional quality of various dog foods. Takes a look beyond the dog food labels and finishes up with a recommendation.
- What's Really In Dog Food?
- Get the facts from the animal protection institute. Includes information regarding how to read those confusing dog food labels, the nasty additives in commercial dog food and more industry secrets.
- Raw Dog Food vs Cooked Meat
- Good article from a holistic veterinarian who advocates a raw dog food diet.
Step 8. How To Introduce Your Puppy To Children & Other Pets
First Impressions Do Count!
- Kids And Pets
- Includes some good tips on how to introduce your puppy to a baby and training your dog to tolerate children.
- Raising Toddlers & Dogs Together
- Put these safety measures in place when introducing your new puppy to young children.
- Dogs & Children
- Teach your puppy the right way to behave around children - excellent tips from Dr. Ian Dunbar.
- Introducing Pets To A New Dog
- Some good tips from the humane society of the United States. Shows you how to set up a meeting place for your new puppy and other pets.
- Introducing A Dog To Cats & Other Small Pets
- Outlines a step-by-step process to follow when introducing your puppy to other animals. Article from The American Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals.
- Introducing Your New Dog To Your Other Pets
- Some more good tips to help ensure that your pets get along well - from the Sacramento SPCA.
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Lets Settle This Once And For All!
English Bulldog Puppies For Sale are all extremely cute but they're not always well bred, raised and socialized.
Step 9. House Training Your Puppy - This Is A Big One!
Puppy House Training Doesn't Have To Be Difficult!
- Puppy House Training - The Crate Way
- Teaches you how to crate train your puppy, how to get your puppy to eliminate on command and how to get your dog to ask to go outside to the potty.
- Before You Get Your Puppy
- This is a brilliant free ebook of 100+ pages written by Dr. Ian Dunbar. It outlines some excellent strategies for successful puppy house training and a whole lot more useful information. This is a must read for anyone even considering getting a new puppy.
- Puppy Housebreaking
- This is an indoor solution to the puppy housebreaking problem. Good for smaller dog breeds and apartment dwellers.
- Puppy Housebreaking
- Good article from the American Dog Trainers Network. The main principle being that prevention is the key to successful puppy house training, not punishment.
- Housetraining Your Puppy
- An article using clicker training methods in the housetraining process. Outlines a good process for teaching your puppy to eliminate in one particular potty spot.
House Training Your Dog
Here's how to house train your dog or puppy using POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT. FOr more helpful tips and tricks or to share your own fun videos go to www.PetVideo.com.
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Step 10. How To Properly Socialize Your Puppy To The Outside World
- Dog Behavior: Socializing Your New Puppy
- Excellent article stressing the importance of the puppy socialization period.
- Socialization: The Key To A Confident Dog
- Good article from the Humane Society of Silicon Valley. Discusses what exactly socialization means, when to start and how to do it correctly.
- Sensory, Emotional & Social Development Of Young Dogs
- Excellent 2 part article from Dr. Joel Dehasse. Discusses in depth the main phases in neurological development and the critical periods in the socialization window. *Well worth a look.
- What Is Puppy Socialization Anyway
- Discusses the different types of puppy socialization the why it is such an important period of your dog's life.
Step 11. What About Puppy Vaccinations????
Are Puppy Shots Necessary?
- Puppy Health Care
- This article from thepetcenter.com discusses the vaccination schedule and the diseases you must protect against.
- Vaccination Recommendations For Puppies
- Very good article discussing all the ins and outs of puppy vaccinations. Well worth a read if you don't fully understand the puppy vaccination process.
- Vaccinations For Your Puppy
- Provides a list of the common diseases that we are trying to protect our puppies against.
- Vaccination: Shield Against Canine Diseases
- Comprehensive article from the Dog Owner's Guide. Answers all the common questions you may have about vaccinating your puppy.
- Dog Vaccinations: Needed Or Not?
- Interesting article with an alternate view than most others.
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Step 12. Puppy Training - Some Obedience Training Commands To Get You Started
- Clicker Training Lessons
- Excellent site focusing on gentle and effective methods to obedience train your puppy. Clicker training is a brilliant way to shape new behaviors in your puppy. Learn all the basic commands like sit, down and stay with these step-by-step articles and photos.
- Dog Training For Obedience
- Discusses why obedience training is so important and also contains a good list of obedience training commands. Teach your dog to sit, heel, walk on a leash, come when called and many more....
- Dove Cresswell's Dog Training Online
- Excellent site offering easy to follow online training videos. Covers puppy training issues such as crate training, leash walking, obedience training commands and dog tricks. Check out this site - there is a free online dog training lesson you can watch immediately.
Reader Feedback - Do You Have Something To Add?
omg i love yorkie puppys its terrible how some pple treat there pets um but like i saw on a movie flick ur dog on the nose whene its bad
Posted May 30, 2008
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gmarlett
Very useful and well organized Lens. Reuben gives it 4 paws (his highest level recommendation)). Posted May 08, 2008 |
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SylviaD
This lens is impressive, with all the advice and, of course, those cute puppy pictures. You can get more helpful tips from my free booklet on Posted April 27, 2008 |
I'm really going to try to help my comunitty i don't like puppy mills i will never get a dog from the pet store again "is it like this with all animals or just dogs/ puppy mills?"
E-mail me at dramamama1197@hotmail.com
Posted March 22, 2008
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Adrie
Hello, Posted November 23, 2007 |
