Puppy Video - How to Care For Puppies

Posted by Clare Bristow

This puppy video gives a good overview of the basics of new puppy care, and is a good reminder of all the things you need to think about - bedding, toilet training, diet, grooming, playing and health issues.

The video runs for 4:59, and the dachshund puppies in the video are very cute!

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Here are 5 good tips from the video:

Take one of your blankets to the breeder/rescue center a few days before bringing your puppy home so he gets used to sleeping on it and so he will have something that's familiar to him when you bring him home;
Take your puppy outside to go to the toilet frequently, particularly straight after meals and as soon as he wakes up;
Get your puppy used to being handled by picking him up and gently running your hand over his head, body and legs;
When your puppy is tired and sleeping in his bed (or crate), don't disturb him - teach your puppy that his bed is a safe place he can go to and won't be disturbed; and
Groom your puppy every day - not only will it help the two of you bond but you can check his skin and coat for any health problems at the same time.