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Washington Mills, New York









ABCs to a Healthy Puppy

Always have fresh water available.
Be the boss. Set rules for your puppy.
Chocolate is toxic to dogs.
Dental care for your dog is very important.
Exercise your puppy everyday.
Feed your puppy a nutritious puppy food.
Give your puppy praise when he/she does something right.
Household cleaners are poisonous to puppies.
Invest in a training class for your puppy.
Jumping should be discouraged.
Keep your puppy away from electrical cords and wires.
Love your dog!
Make sure you get a license and ID tag for your puppy.
Nylabones are good chew toys.
Opportunities to meet other pets will socialize your puppy.
Puppies learn what is acceptable by the way you react to their behavior.
Quiet dogs are trained to be quiet.
Read books and reputable websites about proper puppy care.
Spay or neuter your dog when it's the appropriate age.
Toys that contain small hard parts can be dangerous if swallowed.
Use every opportunity to train your dog.
Vaccinate your puppy according to your veterinarian's recommendations.
Whining and barking should be ignored.
X-rays and veterinary care can be costly and avoidable. Keep your dog on a leash.
Zzzz… Puppies can sleep up to 15 hours a day.


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