Ness Lake Retrievers Newsletter February 2010
Many of you are anxiously awaiting the arrival of your new family member. I thought this may be a good time to review what you will need to have ready and information you may want to read. Inform yourselves on the methods of training that will be suitable for your and your family. Our recommended reading is
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Behavior 7 - 12 Weeks
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Pet-Proof Your Home ~ Great fun for the whole family is to get on your hands and knees and look around, if you can see it so can puppy, and he will go over and check it out. Tuck away phone, tv and stereo cords and move anything you treasure, when puppy grows up it can be replaced. Prevent common accidents in your home by pet-proofing! Check your home for possible poisons, toxins and plants that your pet can get in to. Common dangers include antifreeze, rat or mouse bait, slug bait, medications, drugs, electrical cords, paper shredders, and insecticides. Remove access to children's toys, strings or small objects that can be chewed on or swallowed.
Many of you are anxiously awaiting the arrival of your new family member. I thought this may be a good time to review what you will need to have ready and information you may want to read. Please take the time to do your research and choose the methods that will suit you and your family needs.
You will need * two good quality stainless steel bowls * a crate for puppies safety either old towels or blanket for inside * a collar and leash * tough safe toys that will withstand lots of chewing * toenail clippers or grinder * healthy training treats if you are using them * puppy food that is recommended by the breeder * finger toothbrush and dog toothpaste * lots and lots of love and patience
Puppy Month
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