Dogs are wonderful companions for adults and children. A new puppy is a happy gift for your family during the holiday season if they are willing to share the responsibility for a growing dog. The puppy will give its owners unrequited love if it is treated well and raised responsibility.
Research
A puppy is a wonderful gift for the child who wants a pet and companion. The child must be old enough to understand the work involved in raising a puppy. Finding the right dog takes research. https://www.mdpuppiesonline.com/ offers information on different breeds and puppy care. They show puppies of different ages and connect them to people who will give them good homes. They will also give you an estimate of the size and weight of the adult dog.
Puppies can be single breeds or mixed breeds or special cross-breeds. There are advantages for some purebreds if you want a dog of a certain size. All little puppies are cute but you should know what your dog will probably look like and its size when it matures. This may be a little more difficult with some mixed breeds.
Research includes exploring the breeds and mixtures with the characteristics that are most suited to children and adults. Seniors often prefer a smaller breed with a good nature. Children may want a larger dog to play with as they grow. Retrievers, including labs and goldens, are popular family dogs that start small and grow to full size. They are friendly dogs with mild natures if they are treated well and trained. They are considered good dogs for children.
Some smaller dogs are high-energy while others, like medium size English bulldogs, are more moderate. Decide if you want a “yapper” or a quieter dog. The size and breeds of the puppy may also be decided based on the amount of room you have. A home with a fenced yard is always recommended but people keep dogs in condominiums and apartments. Dogs can live on boats and in mobile homes.
The Commitment
Before adding a puppy to your family, ask them a few questions:
- Are you able to walk the dog?
- Are you willing to pick up after the dog?
- How much time can you spend with your pet?
- Are you willing to go with your puppy to obedience training?
- Do you agree to spay or neuter your dog?
Many condominiums and apartment communities that allow pets have size restrictions and special areas for walking dogs. They have strict leash laws and clean up regulations that must be followed.
People adopting puppies are encouraged to have the dogs spayed or neutered. This may be required in condos and other communities.This prevents unwanted pregnancies in females and keeps male dogs from wandering.
Training
Puppies are adorable and they are usually spoiled. New pet owners must learn the methods for training young dogs. They must know how to set parameters early in the dog’s life.
Training involves the dog owner’s training! Owners are often shown how to effectively work with their young dogs without harming them. Dogs respond to sounds and clicks. They can be rewarded for good behavior with treats. Owners learn how to teach dogs to indicate when they need to go outside.
Obedience training will teach you to give simple repetitive commands to your dog such as “sit”, “heel”, “stay” and “come”. Other family members learn how to use these commands that give you basic control over the animal.
You will enjoy watching your puppy grow into an adult dog with good care and your dog will repay you with love.