How to take care of a puppy dog?

Adopting a dog always requires care, but if he’s still a puppy, you need to double your attention, see? Check out the tips from the experts

It’s hard to think of anything cuter than a puppy, right? However, when this baby comes home, it takes a lot more than to die of love: it takes a lot of care!

And this starts even before arrival, see? In the case of purchases, for example, it is worth researching dog breeds in advance to make the best choice. Already in adoption, it is worth knowing the story of that little animal.

According to veterinarian Izabela Ballarin, knowing more about the animal will make it easier to adjust the routine and understand its needs. Furthermore, you stress the importance of already having some necessary tools, such as for example feeders, bowls, toilet mats and, of course, financial planning for initial expenses with vaccines, deworming and check-ups if necessary.

“The tutor must be prepared to be patient in the beginning, because the puppy may cry and find it strange the first few days in the new environment. So, having a lot of affection and patience tend to facilitate the adaptation process. Remember to provide comfort to your pet so that he feels safe. To do this, wrap him in a blanket and hold him on your lap, talking in a low voice, “teaches the vet.

important care

Izabela points out that there are three very important precautions when the puppy arrives: heating, food and water. “He always needs to stay warm to avoid hypothermia, eat properly 3 to 4 times a day to avoid hypoglycemia peaks and have access to very clean and fresh water, which is important for hydration and metabolic functioning,” he explains. .

And what is this correct diet? The ideal food will depend, above all, on the age of the animal and will be recommended by the veterinarian. However, the most suitable options are weaning food, dry or wet food, and even natural food. In addition, the doctor emphasizes the importance of multivitamins, which should be used under the guidance and supervision of professionals to strengthen the diet.

Expect different behaviors

Crying is common in these early days, especially if caused by fear. In this case, Izabela reinforces the need to welcome the puppy, in order to give him confidence. Also, it’s worth waiting for the pee and poop in the wrong place, you know? “Scheduling off-site urination and defecation is something that will definitely happen until the pet learns the correct position of its needs. This requires patience on the part of the tutor to teach him with positive and negative reinforcements, “warns the veterinarian.

To best tackle this part, list some valuable tips:

• If possible, put more than one bath mat in the house, like one in every room, for example. In this way the puppy will remember more easily where he is, since he has not yet formed the cognitive system and needs help to remember the places;

• bet on it positive reinforcement when using the mat. It is worth having a small party or even giving a cookie as a gift so that the puppy has fond memories when he acts correctly and understands that it is the right thing to do;

• When pee or poop is out of place, misjudge it and don’t give gifts. However, it has to happen at the same time, okay? If the need arises when the tutor is not at home, there is no point in arguing when she arrives, because the puppy will not remember what she did and will not understand the reason for the reprimand.

Source: Izabela Ballarin, veterinary at PigoVet, in São José dos Campos.

Source: Terra

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