Puppies can be afflicted with all kinds of diseases and certain conditions can be taken care of by an emergency first aid kit that contains all the essential cures. It is always sensible to include in your first aid kit:

1. tweezers,

2. alcohol wipes,

3. scissors,

4. peroxide,

5. gloves,

6. thermometer,

7. towels,

8. ice packs and

9. Meat flavored baby foods.

Other relevant information that you can include in the event that you misplace your first aid kit are:

1. your name,

2. phone number,

3. address

4. vet’s name and phone number

Correct actions to be taken for the different types of injury:

• In the event of bleeding from your puppy, always apply direct pressure to bring a halt to the bleeding. Put pressure to the bleeding part for more than ten minutes and then dress up the wound.

• For wound associated to burns as a result of electrical, heat or chemical, there will be swelling, blistering and redness in the region of the burns. Running under tap water for twenty minutes can be effective for the wounded region and after that you can apply an ice pack with a towel wrap to the wound. The vet has to be notified as soon as possible.

• When diarrhea occurs, the puppy will be in a distress state so you have to stop feeding for twelve to twenty four hours. To avoid dehydration, water is to be fed regularly. If diarrhea prolongs, seek the vet advice.

• Another scary prospect is your puppy having a heatstroke and the signs are vomiting, breathing rapidly or short of breath over and above high body temperature and weakness. The right procedure to carry out is to wrap the puppy in cool wet towel but call the vet immediately when the temperature rises to 103 degrees.

• You have to seek the help of a vet when there are broken limbs. Check that there is no bleeding and also look out that the puppy is not in a state of shock. For the fractured limbs, use a piece of wood and do not try to set it but gently send the puppy to the vet.

• When your puppy is bitten by other animal, wash the wounded area with saline and then use gauze to wrap it. Gloves are compulsory when you are cleaning the wound so as to steer clear of any infection.

With an emergency first aid kit and all the right actions that you need to take in the event that your puppy is afflicted with the different types of injury, it will cut down the amount of panic and indecisiveness.

As with any young being, a puppy needs to learn, run, and grow in order to be able to be smart enough to take care of himself. When you have a puppy in your life and in your family, there are some things that you should be doing to make sure that you are preparing him for the world without allowing him to be hurt by accident.

Preventing Injuries

It is very important for you to prevent puppy injuries whenever you can. Your puppy is a natural explorer – he is going to want to run around, to learn, and to play as much as possible. All of these are learning experiences that he is going to like to have, and they are all going to be good for him – except for the fact that he won’t know the difference between things that are safe for him to explore and things that are dangerous for him. This is where you come in.

As a puppy owner, it is your job to make sure that your puppy is as safe as possible. You need to be sure that you are puppy proofing your home before you even allow a dog to be a part of your family. You need to act as if you are baby-proofing a home. First, remove anything that might be in the dog’s reach that might be dangerous to him. Electrical cords, poisons, and any small objects he might eat should be moved so that they aren’t going to be a problem for him. Remember that when he does get a hold of something that he shouldn’t’ have, you should remove it from him, tell him “no” firmly, and then replace it with something that he can have, like a toy or a treat. Be sure that you give him plenty of things to chew on and play with, because when a puppy is bored they are going to be more likely to be a problem. Therefore, keep him occupied.

You also want to keep your puppy in a safe place when you aren’t around to keep an eye on him yourself. You should be sure that he is going to be somewhere that is safe for him to be, and that you aren’t allowing him to be anywhere that might be dangerous. Keep him in a kennel when you aren’t home, until he is older and you know what he can be trusted to do. If you have him wear dog clothes, insure that they fit him right and that he won’t be able to choke on them.

When you are away from your home with your puppy, always keep him on a leash. Remember that puppies will run away if they have a chance, and it is all too easy for them to be hit by cars, stolen, or to fall into something that they shouldn’t. You want to be sure that you are doing your part to keep your puppy safe at all times, so that he can grow up to be that perfect dog.

A very irritating habit of many puppies is one that charges the door when a guest knocks. Since the puppy is likely to run faster than a person, he thinks it’s out of your range and only under your voice control. Now having your puppy completely under voice control is a situation to be striven for. Like Rome, it does not happen overnight. So, how does one cope?

I first used a chain collar; this is supposed to be keyed so it would assault my dog’s ears when it was rattled, for I had an adult, persistent door charger, Rex. One day when Rex was charging the door, I was unable too quickly find the sound collar, I simply grabbed a regular chain choker and tossed it, hitting the door at the exact time that my voice hit his ears with a firm NO. The effect was completely same: He settled down. This taught me that one does not need any advanced equipment; the rattle of any choke chain abruptly landing out of the blue is distressing enough to cause your puppy to heed your NO command. Repeated frequently, this mixture of the tossed chain and the NO command caused the dog not to charge the doors anymore. He charged them a less frequently, and he eventually quit all together. I’ve used the trick. Most dogs can learn this lesson in just two or three sessions.

Do be too concerned about what the person at the door is going to think when you correct your dog. Most people do not think polite thoughts when they are knocked down or jumped on by a puppy that answers the door. They will greatly appreciate your efforts to keep their entry safe. In addition to using the thrown object indoors to help through training, thrown objects are very helpful outdoors, as well. Place a few pebbles into an empty plastic bottle and use it as an outdoor training tactic.

The dog that does not pay attention to your voice command is frightened by the jangle the bottle makes landing nearby and is quickly persuaded that it is not safe to ignore you. A patch of dirt or a handful of pebbles will do in a second. Do not use anything that would harm your dog if it hits him. The idea is to get Rex’s attention – not to touch him. The mixture of the thrown object and your command will automatically get your dog’s attention and improves obedience. Make sure that you are sneaky about throwing things. You don’t want your dog to see you throwing the object because that could make the him scared of you.

To learn more, head to your local library for dog training aids. Ask the librarian at the reference desk for help finding training cassettes, videos, books and even local workshops that may be in your area. She or he could also help you find helpful magazine articles where you might read about the Dog Whisperer, Caesar, from his television shows.

So, you bring home your beautiful dog (or puppy) from the shop, pound or kennels and now it needs training. Where on Earth do you begin? Of course, there are plenty of books out there written about dog training and dog obedience. What we have done in this article is distilled all those tips into seven basic tips how to train your dog. They are:

Be Your Dogs Leader. Be consistent. Dogs are pack animals by instinct. In the wild they live and hunt in packs. Indeed, in some parts of the world, feral dogs are a nuisance and guess what? When they go feral, go wild, they revert back to their pack instinct. So you need to be your dogs pack leader. To say, show who is boss would be an over simplification as most experts believe it is all about consistency, be consistent when enforcing rules and regulations. Expect your dog to push the boundaries and that is when you need to establish yourself as who is in charge. Earn your dogs respect by being firm but fair. Do not use violence to establish your rules, instead use positive reinforcement techniques.

Maintain Eye Contact. When you are training your dog it is important to maintain eye contact. Dogs look to the eyes for cues in leadership. This is also a useful tactic when out walking, if you look into the dogs eyes when giving instruction, he or she will see you more as the leader.

Teach Your Dog To Heel. This is one of the first things you need to establish. You can either use the short or long leash method but either way, it is important to reward positive behaviour i.e. when your dog follows your command to heel. Once this command is mastered you will find that you and your dog have a much closer bond, so that is why this is one of the cornerstones of successful dog training.

House Train Your Puppy or Dog. Trust me, you do not want soggy carpets. Dogs quite naturally will keep their living area clean Yes, quite literally, they do not want to poop in their own backyard (or on your carpet). It just needs a bit of consistent (there is that word again) dog training. Reward positive behaviour, scold accidents quickly and do not forget to take your dog for regular walks and toilet breaks, preferably not just in your backyard and of course, always remember to take a plastic bag with you to pick up the mess.

Check Out The Latest Training Aids. The dog training world is now full of very good training aids. Trust me, you do not need to do dog training all by yourself. What with clickers, electronic and chemical training aids, leashes and leads of different varieties, halters, electronic collars, muzzles and treat carriers you are sure to find the dog training aid that is perfect for your needs.

Take Your Dog To The Vet. Simply put, you need to make sure that your dog is healthy and that there are no physical impediments stopping your dog from becoming successfully trained. For example, if your dog has cystitis it will be very difficult for you to stop your dog urinating in unexpected places. What is better than soggy carpets? A preventative trip to the vets of course.

Be Patient. Do Not Use Physical Force. Unless you or someone else is in immediate danger you should not use physical force on your dog. It has been proven that the old stick methods of training simply do not work. Positive reinforcement works much better but of course, you may have to learn the most important attribute of all, your patience.

When first bringing a new puppy home it is an exciting feeling, I know because I have experienced this myself. However you will soon learn that their is much responsibility that is needed to have this puppy and that the puppy must learn a few things him or herself.

Your new puppy will be quite dependant on you. The way you guide and train your dog will affect the way your puppy turns out when they are older. You are the person in charge of shaping the puppies temperament and behavior habit. If you train your dog, show it what is right and wrong from young as well as teach it different techniques then it will soon learn and be an obedient dog.

However if you do not teach your dog anything and let the puppy walk around the house and do whatever he or she pleases then you will not have an obedient dog. Various things such as house training, crate training, the way your dog interacts with other puppies, leash training and basic obedience need to be taught right from the very start.

Just like a child it is very important to use positive reinforcement and even rewards when training your puppy. It is best to start your training sessions as soon as your puppy gets home. Training sessions should be kept short consistent and both of you should always have fun. It is always best to start off with easy commands such as sit.

It is important for you to remember that you are training a very young animal so you must have realistic expectations and be quite patient. Your puppy will not automatically know how to do a command and there will be quite a lot of mistakes through out the training. Just follow these dog training techniques and you will soon have a well trained puppy.

When you bring home a new puppy, it can be difficult to not fret at every little cough, every little whimper, and every little whine. Puppies are like small children in that they are susceptible to so much, yet our minds seem to create even more of an issue with their health than what they are probably already experiencing. Good puppy parenting is about finding a balance between paranoia and concern, and knowing the difference between problems you can solve on your home and those that require the care of a veterinarian.

To help get you started, here are a few of the most common problems that your puppy may experience that you don’t have to seek veterinary care for.

Cuts and Scrapes

Cuts and scrapes are part of the life of a puppy; just like children, they tend to get into everything and part of learning what is safe and what is not is getting into things that are not the best idea. This means that cuts, scrapes, and scratches will occur in the life of your pet, and it is your responsibility to discern between what things are safe to have in your small dog’s environment, and what things are not.

Whether your dog stays in the house all day or they spend a majority of their time outside, it is going to be difficult to pick up any and everything that could potentially draw blood from their delicate skins. Sharp objects, rocks, and even other pets can cause cosmetic damage to the skin of your pet, but remember that it is just that-cosmetic. They won’t kill your pet, and if you clean them right and do the right thing you might not even have to worry about a scar later on down the line.

In this case, some warm water and antibacterial soap is the best thing to have around. Your dog’s skin heals a lot like yours, so keeping the wound clean and bandaging it if necessary can make all of the difference in the world.

Paw Problems

Again, remember that your puppy is new to the world and they are going to have to find out a lot of things the hard way. Chances are that whether you have them inside or out, they are going to stick their noses-and their paws-where they don’t belong. This means that somewhere along the line they may end up with an object or a piece of an object in their delicate little paw pads.

While your little guy may be wailing like there is no tomorrow, don’t let that fluster you. This type of thing happens all the time but as dogs get older the skin on their paw pads gets tougher, as do they. You may see a bit of blood, but what is important is removing the object (usually with the help of a pair of tweezers) and cleaning the area as you would any other wound. Paw pads go directly on the ground, so it may be harder for them to keep this area clean than other wounds they may incur. Be careful to pay close attention to the area and make sure that it looks clean and that is as comfortable for them as possible.

Internal Parasites

Another part of puppy-hood is contracting internal parasites. They can come from a variety of places, and they can be pretty nasty at that. If not treated, worms and other parasites can do harm to the inside of your dog’s body and so it is your responsibility to make sure that your pet is de-wormed and ready to go. Luckily, this does not require the services of a veterinarian, at least in common cases.

Worms can be cured with a simple pill that can be bought over the counter, or picked up from your vet’s office. After they take the pill, the worms will likely be flushed out of the body; they should be fairly apparent in your pup’s waste material.

Of course, getting your dog to swallow the pill is half the battle. In most cases rolling it up in a piece of cheese or lunch meat or hiding it in a glob of peanut butter should do the trick just fine-your little guy probably won’t even notice!