Lots of people get dogs and are a little puzzled on their first day. Well I have some advice that might help you and your new pup out. It is always different depending on your dogs age, so lets start with the puppy age. If you get a puppy when it is very young you might have to house train him. House training is not always easy so check out my training tips for help. You also need to dog proof your home. Dog proofing your home means, no edible or dangerous things on a low shelf or floor. Your puppy might chew on your furniture during his teething stage. If you do not want this, I recommend bitter spray, and provide hard chew toys. Bitter spray is a spray that tastes and smells awful so it should keep your dog away. You should have at least one crate and 1 more bed than you have dog (if you have 1 dog than you would have 2 beds.) Always provide lot's of chew toys as well. Moving on to adult dogs. Still dog proof your home. Also start a daily routine so your dog will get used to getting up and doing things. A good schedule has some training sessions, play times, walks, feeding times, etc. A daily routine is like a guide to a healthy, happy, active, and smart dog. Unlike puppies, adult dogs should only eat 2 meals a day. Now last but never ever least, senior dogs. Now you might be thinking, "My dog is old so he doesn't need much." Well guess what?!? Senior dogs need walks, play times, and training as well. Just because they are old doesn't mean they can't move around. And there is one thing that goes for all dogs. They will mark their territory. During the first few weeks they will be sensitive, so don't be mad if your dog has an accident, because it is totally normal.
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