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How to care for
your new Mystic Creek Puppy :
New
Puppy Care
How
to potty train your puppy easily.
A
List of Basic Supplies to have on hand when your puppy comes
home--
Eukanuba
Small Breed Puppy Food,
healthy treats (Eukanuba or Pro Plan has several types)
A copy of Jan Fennel's book or DVD of
"The Dog Listener". It is a must read/watch
for any of my puppy's new owners. If you only read one
thing-be sure this is it. Here is a link to Jan's site
where the book or DVD can be purchased http://www.janfennellthedoglistener.com/dvd.htm.
Stainless-steel
non-tipping food and water bowls
I.D.
Tags with the contact information for yourself and your
veterinarian
A
collar and a 6-foot leather or nylon leash
An
airline –approved home and travel crate (your first one will
come with the puppy if he or she is shipped)
Dog
shampoo
Brush
and/or comb, nail clippers
(a slicker brush goes over the top of the
coat to make it look smooth, and a steel toothed comb works
great for going deep into the coat)
Cleanup
supplies such as a stain remover, paper towels, deodorizing
and odor neutralizing spray
Chew
Toys
An exercise pen for assistance in crate training.
These exercise pens are almost a necessity and can be found
for around $35 at www.petedge.com.
This
is a list of the basic necessities.
Your trainer may have additional items.
There are many other helpful and fun products available
at pet supply stores.
Recommended
Reading
A well trained
puppy makes a much better pet than one who is left to his own
devices. I highly recommend reading these books:
The
Dog Listener
Author: Jan Fennell
If
you only read one book before you get a puppy, be sure it is
this one! Here is a link to her personal website (DVD's of her
book are also available) http://www.janfennellthedoglistener.com/dvd.htm
The
Mind of the Dog - Understanding your Dog's Behavior
Author: Bruce Fogle, DVM (Book)
Caring For Your Dog - The
Complete Canine Home Reference
Author: Bruce Fogle, DVM (Book)
Raising Puppies & Kids
Together – A Guide for Parents
Authors: Pia Silvani, CPDT and Lynn Eckhardt
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