Tips For Raising A Healthy Puppy

The arrival of a puppy in the house brings with it many upheavals, but also a good dose of joy and affection. However, especially in the first few days, raising a puppy can seem like a daunting task. The newcomer needs a lot of attention and a lot of time.

All its basic needs must be met: nutrition, vaccinations, deworming, etc. And above all you have to play with him, stimulate him and make him have fun.

In this article we want to give you some tips that will help you grow a healthy and above all happy puppy.

Affection

If you are planning to adopt a puppy, you must first know that in the first few days it will most likely whine, especially at night. Be patient, think that he has been separated from his mother and litter and that he probably feels sad and disoriented. It is your duty to make him feel loved and safe.

One trick to calm him down, and which usually works, is to moisten a cloth or towel with warm water and rub it on his back. You will see how the animal will calm down immediately. Your gesture, in fact, simulates the mother’s language. Another idea is to leave a bottle of hot water in the kennel: it will make him feel less alone.

The power supply

Diet is fundamental: it is the basis of the health and growth of the animal. You need to make sure you are feeding your puppy complete, quality food with all the right nutrients for his age and size.

For this reason, it is best to take your puppy to the vet, who will tell you what kind of diet is right for you. There are hundreds of brands of puppy food on the market: they are usually complete and balanced foods. However, it is always best to give him some vitamins as a supplement, especially at such a delicate stage in his life.

Preventive medicine

Preventive medicine is also a fundamental pillar for raising a healthy and strong puppy, especially in the first six months of life. For this reason, go to the vet regularly for routine checkups. By doing so, it will be easier to identify the presence of some congenital pathology.

Don’t forget vaccines, deworming and parasite removal. These are small tricks that ensure optimal development of your puppy.

Hygiene

Even if it seems obvious, to raise a healthy puppy you need to take care of its hygiene a lot. It is not enough to bathe him. It is important to brush him often, every day if he has long hair and three times a week if he has short hair. You have to take care of the health of its skin and coat to make it healthy and shiny.

You can use baby wipes to clean his ears.

Don’t neglect oral hygiene and health. You need to brush his teeth regularly. There are special toothbrushes and toothpastes for dogs on the market. You need to get your puppy used to these activities.

Unfortunately, the dog’s oral health is often not taken care of as due and, over time, problems with the gums, teeth and mouth pains arise.

His education

You have to educate the dog from the first days. Let him know immediately where to go to the toilet, where and when to play, etc. You have to teach him not to bite your things or furniture in the house: buy him some toys to bite.

Hours of play are crucial for your little friend. Puppies have a lot of energy and curiosity and need to have fun. You have to play and interact with him. Don’t forget that play is also a good way to start building a bond with your dog. If you follow these simple tips, you will have a happy and healthy dog.