Skill OneFeeding Routine
Your dog’s breeder (or re-homing centre) should provide you with comprehensive feeding instructions, explaining what should be fed, how much and when. It is really important to follow these instructions, as a change in diet can cause stomach upsets. If you have bought a puppy, it will probably be on about four meals a day which will provide him with a steady source of fuel throughout the day, that is easily digested. Ask the breeder to supply you with enough food to start you off with and make sure that you have the feeding instructions before you collect the puppy so that you have the time to read and fully understand the routine. Never be afraid to ask if you do not understand. These days, puppy packs are readily available for breeders to give to the new owners. |
Skill TwoEXERCIRSE ROUTINE
A puppy’s exercise should be strictly controlled. Strenuous activity (such as excessively long walks, or running up and down the stairs as well as jumping on chairs) can contribute to joint problems, so stick to gentle play. Unrestricted access to the garden for free-running is ideal to start off with and gradually add in lead-walking initially on grass before moving onto harder surfaces, so the garden is a good place to start. Pugs do not require a great deal of exercise, but they do need more than you would think and it should be part of the regular daily routine. You should aim at giving an adult Pug two 20-minute walks a day, together with free access to a well-fenced, secure garden. . |
Skill ThreeGROOMING ROUTINE
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