New Puppy Tips! * How to Reserve a Pup
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How to reserve a pup
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All puppies and dogs from Glenn Raven Kennels are vet certified, have all current immunizations, and are free of parasites. |
Puppies are guaranteed for 36 months on any congenital defects and 36 months on hips. If either occurs, I will give a replacement pup or refund half the purchase price. |
A $100.00 deposit is required to reserve your pup. Puppy pick order will be determined by the order in which I receive the deposits. No refund on deposits. |
Started and finished dogs are priced on an individual basis; 50% deposit required. |
Any balance is due before shipping. |
Air shipping is available. Cost of shipping is the actual cost plus the price of the crate. |
New Puppy Tips
Vaccine Protocol
Puppies should get their first vaccines around 6 weeks of age. They should then get booster vaccines every 3-4 weeks until they are at least 16 weeks of age. Rabies vaccine can be given at 12 weeks of age.
*Weimaraner breeds are going to be on a different vaccine protocol*
It is very important that you talk to your veterinarian about your puppy’s lifestyle (hunting, swimming, lap-dog). There are some vaccines that “hunting” dogs need that “lap” dogs may not.
If you want more information on the vaccines and what diseases we are trying to prevent your puppy from getting, please ask your veterinarian.
Vaccine Reactions
Listed below are signs that your dog may be having a reaction to a vaccine and should been seen immediately by a veterinarian.
- Vomiting more than once
- Lethargic or collapse
- Swelling around the muzzle, eyes, neck or face
- Hives or bumps
- Trouble breathing
Vaccine reactions may occur within minutes to 24 hours after the vaccine is given. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call your veterinarian.
Housebreaking
General Housebreaking Guidelines
- Don't punish a dog for housebreaking accidents.
- It is important to always clean up accidents with an odor neutralizing product (products like Natures Miracle are good to use).
- If your puppy is having difficulty with housebreaking, don't allow him to see you cleaning up feces or urine.
- Take your puppy out on a leash immediately after waking up, getting up from resting, drinking water, eating, playing, training, and actively sniffing.
- If your puppy has housebreaking problems that persist for over a week with no reasonable explanation, he should be examined by a veterinarian to rule out a medical reason for housebreaking difficulty.
- Be consistent with your schedule.
- Always take your puppy out the same door and to the same area of the yard.
- You can train your dog to eliminate on cue.
- Wait to praise the puppy until immediately after elimination to avoid getting your puppy too excited causing him to stop eliminating.
- An elimination log may help build a routine.
- You can extend the number of hours the puppy can hold his bladder overnight by:
- Withholding food and water 2-3 hours before bedtime
- Exercising the puppy prior to bedtime to increase the likelihood of elimination and to get him tired.
- You can also increase the chance that the puppy won't have an accident in the crate by:
- Making sure the crate is small enough so the dog will not eliminate where he is forced to lie.
- Don't provide absorbent material like towels and blankets for the dog to lie on in the crate.
- Never assume your puppy has eliminated while outside.
Deworming Puppies
Roundworms and hookworms are common intestinal parasites of puppies. They may be present in unborn puppies or spread to pups through the milk during nursing. Infected puppies may start shedding eggs into the environment as early as 3 weeks of age
Roundworms have a life cycle that includes a migrating larval stage. If a person were to ingest the worm’s eggs, the egg would hatch into larvae (microscopic worm stage). The larvae then could migrate through the intestinal wall and into the liver, lungs, eyes and other tissues. There the larvae may cause physical damage and/or produce allergic-type reactions. They may travel to the eye(s) and cause partial or complete blindness or may travel to the brain and cause serious permanent nerve damage.
Hookworm larvae may be in the soil where children play. The larvae may penetrate the skin and cause skin rashes. They may also migrate deeper into tissue and invade the intestinal wall, causing a serious allergic intestinal disease called eosinophilic enteritis.
These worms can cause serious illness in people and pets. At the very least, your pet’s stools should be examined by your veterinarian at least every 6 months for the first year, then yearly thereafter.
Treatment
- Puppies should be dewormed at 2-3 weeks of age and again every 2 weeks for up to 4 dewormings.
- Stools less than a day old should be collected and submitted to your veterinarian for laboratory examination. Early dewormings prevent heavy environmental contamination by the eggs and larvae that serve as an important source of infections for your pet and family members.
- Be certain to give young puppies the worm medication that is prescribed by your veterinarian.
Puppy Nutrition
Puppies: Puppies need a “growth” food. This will have all of the essentials for your pet to have a healthy start. There are many different types of puppy food such as Lamb & Rice, Oatmeal, Large Breed, Small bite. Some dogs can be finicky about their food; it’s okay to switch brands or flavors to find one that works best for him/her. Just remember to switch the food over slowly to avoid any irritation to the pet’s stomach. At 10 – 12 months of age you may want to check with your veterinarian about recommendations for an “Adult” food. This will help get them on a healthy maintenance diet and live a long and happy life.
If you have any questions about food you can always ask your veterinarian or breeder. The manufacturers’ websites below can also be helpful resources:
www.Hillspet.com
www.Eukanuba.com
www.RoyalCanin.com
www.Nutroproducts.com
www.Purina.com
www.Iams.com
Toys and Bones
Since chewing is a completely natural instinct in canines, you should provide appropriate chew toys. This will provide constant mental stimulation, expend surplus energy, satisfy the instinctual need to chew, and exercise gums and teeth. The type of toys and bones selected is usually dependent on size, activity level, and maybe even the breed of the dog. Always select the proper size, texture, and shape of any type of toy and most importantly, supervise your pup!
For example, rawhides, bones, and pig ears are tasty treats that are wonderful for relieving boredom. But they are not meant for aggressive chewers. Aggressive chewers may attempt to swallow large pieces of bone or consume an entire rawhide quickly which could cause upset stomachs and/or intestinal blockage. ALWAYS supervise your dog if a rawhide is given. Never give your pet chicken, turkey, ham, or steak bones. These also can create an obstruction or may splinter, causing injury to the mouth, throat, stomach or intestines. Another suggestion is a Kong. A Kong toy is a great alternative to chewing bones. They are durable, puncture resistant, non-toxic, and come in several different shapes and sizes. Kongs have a hollow center which can be repeatedly filled with your dogs favorite treats.
Play toys such as ropes, frisbees, squeaky and stuffed toys, balls, and buster cubes are also great for mental stimulation. Playing fetch with your dog with a ball or frisbee is a great interactive game for both of you. However, most toys should not be left alone with a dog unsupervised. A dog could easily ingest parts of any toy, or even swallow a small ball entirely. Buster cubes are excellent for occupying your dog's mind. Buster cubes are an interactive toy that dispenses treats when it is pushed along the ground. It encourages a dog's natural instincts and helps with behavior problems through mental stimulation exercises.
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