puppy
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Protect your puppy’s pearly whites
Dental health is a fundamental part of your furry best friend’s future. Your puppy has 28 teeth in his mouth and each of these teeth is vitally important to his daily activities and overall health. As with your own teeth, neglected puppy teeth can collect plaque and tartar that can lead to periodontal disease and even tooth loss. A fact that becomes even more important when those 28 puppy teeth are replaced with 42 permanent adult teeth. However, if you start training your puppy now, you can teach him or her to tolerate (and even like) tooth brushing as a puppy and as an adult. Brush up on your toothbrush…
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The top 5 tips for teething puppies
Teething is a tricky time. Here’s how to keep puppies properly occupied—and out of the shoe closet! Offer frozen mini bagels, plain or fruit variety, not onion. Allowing your puppy to chew, and eventually consume, the bagels helps to numb his gums, easing discomfort. The denseness of the bagel may actually help to remove loose baby teeth. Cold carrots may help relieve discomfort—and they offer vitamins and minerals. Just don’t offer more than one whole carrot a day, because of its high fiber content. Try frozen fruit, such as strawberries or bits of banana. The “cold pack” may help relieve oral discomfort and the fruit is edible. Watch out though……
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5 Secrets to a Well Adjusted New Puppy
Socializing your new furry bundle of joy (and energy!) is something you can do with a little work. Start here. Did you know that puppies learn and develop a big part of their adult personality by 16 weeks of age? It’s true, and if you want a happy dog that takes life in a joyous stride, the clock is ticking. The positive (or negative) associations that young dogs develop during this critical stage of brain development can last a lifetime … for better or worse. So let’s make it better! Note: Don’t force things! Make sure these exposures are done in a way that’s comfortable for the puppy. Don’t keep…
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What should you feed your puppy?
Your puppy is your new best friend, and you want to give him the best foundation to grow and thrive. You certainly don’t want to unknowingly contribute to anything that might be harmful or inadequate for him. This is where nutrition can come in! We all know that there are pet food brands and varieties stacked to the ceiling at pet stores and grocery stores, so how do you know what your puppy really needs as he grows? Here are some common questions and a few important tips to help you put the perfect portion on your pup’s plate. What’s the most important thing to know about feeding a puppy?…
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Parasite prevention in your puppy
The right parasite preventatives will help keep intestinal worms and other menaces out of your new furry friend. The most important thing you need to know about parasites: You usually can’t see them, and they can cause big trouble before you even realize that they’re there. Some parasites have evolved to be able to hide inside the mother dog and come out specifically to target her puppies, so no matter how well cared for mom is, the puppies are still at great risk for intestinal parasites. Can I tell if my puppy has worms? Intestinal worms, like hookworms and roundworms, can cause signs like vomiting and diarrhea, but they can…
