Dogs are said to be man’s bestfriend. They’re also like humans- always learning. And they learn best when they are young. This is a vital time for influencing your dog’s future behavior. Proper puppy training routine should start the day you bring your puppy home. Have him/her a dress and a collar which is the most important thing after buying him/her. A name should follow next, for your puppy to have a sense of belongingness. Introduce your new puppy to the rest of the family. You should also have a permanent place for him/her. Like any other human, your puppy should have his/her own bed to sleep, place to play, and some toys to play with. After having your puppy a feeling of comfort in your place, you can start touring your puppy the rest of the house.

Your young puppy is totally reliant and dependent on you to help him habituate and fit into our human, domesticated world. Your guidance and leadership will determine what path his life takes and what type of dog he will become. During puppyhood you play the lead role and are responsible for shaping the character, temperament and behavior habits that your dog will carry throughout his life. Your puppy’s future is in your capable hands. Bathe your puppy like you bathe yourself, feed him/her the proper food and caress him/her like a human.

You should also let your puppy socialize. Puppy socialization is a crucial period for all puppies. It is the time where you build a close bond with your puppy and expose him to all the world has to offer. Stroll him/her to parks, have your puppy for a walk for they also need a good exercise. Introduce your puppy to your neighbors and to other dogs so that your puppy could build a relationship which is very crucial in the future.

After making your puppy feel loved and taken cared of, the rest will be history. Simple rules will now follow. Set a do’s and don’ts for him/her. This will really take time. Patience will be tested here for you are dealing with a very immature young animal. Your puppy doesn’t just automatically know this stuff! It’s all new to him and he is bound to have the odd slip up and mistake along the way. Don’t worry about these mistakes, just move on and do your best to prevent them in the future.