Dogs are wonderful companions and huge amounts of fun. But they also require a lot of care, training, exercise and understanding. This article provides brief tips on getting started with your new pet.Most puppies are VERY active and love to run, play, chew, and potty on the floor. These are normal behaviors for puppies, so be patient and focus on mitigating problems. The dog crate should be appropriate for the size the dog will grow into. Comfortable bedding should be placed in the crate. While you are away from home, the puppy should be in the crate (crate trained) or contained to a small area of the house with a bed and fresh water. Puppies tend to be insecure initially when they are left alone. Confining them to a small area not only helps them feel safer, but it prevents chewing and destruction of household items. It also helps to give the puppy a treat or toy before you leave.
If you work full time and there will not be someone home during the day to let the puppy out to potty and play, consider Puppy Daycare. Puppy Daycare is very similar to Child Daycare, where you drop the puppy off at a home or facility where she plays and has supervised activities with other dogs. This is an excellent way to socialize your dog.