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A lot of people always ask the question, or have the misconception, that allowing a puppy dog to lick you, or give ‘puppy kisses’, can and/or will make you sick.

Generally, the only time you could become sick from a dog, is if you come into contact with it’s poop, or from a dog that has rabies. Although it is possible for you to get germs from a healthy pup, it is not very likely.

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When you are getting a new puppy, there is bound to be some excitement. In all the excitement, forgetting certain important items is bound to happen. One way to avoid forgetting to buy these important items is to make a list and keep it where you can add things as you think of them. Keep in mind that not everything your puppy will need has to be bought at one time. Remember that not everything is a need, rather a want. Here are a few things that will be needed in preparation for the arrival of your new puppy.

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Many dog owners have been confronted with an odd form of dog instability. This instability is a distinct like or dislike for one sex of human over the other. The reason for the dislike of one sex over the other we are not sure of. The cause is thought however, to be from the owner.

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Adult  puppy dogs require sufficient nutrients to meet energy needs and to maintain and repair body tissues. The amount you feed your puppy dog should be based on the it’s size and energy output. Activity levels vary dramatically between different dogs, and will play an important role in determining caloric intake. Here are some tips:

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To help have your puppy dog the healthiest he can possibly be, consider feeding him a high quality natural dog food that you can usually find at a veterinarian, pet store or online pet supply store. 

The reason these foods are healthier is because they have less preservatives and fillers, which ultimately means that your puppy dog will excrete a lot less waste.

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3 Tips for helping you keep your puppy dog from eating his food too fast..

A very common problem for most dog owners is a dog that eats his food too fast and then gets sick.

I know I have seen this many times with my dogs, especially the larger one’s like my Labs.

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If you are planning on taking your puppy dog to a new destination, take some time to consider this checklist before you pack your bags:

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The term ‘Golden Years’ often means “the time of life after retirement from active work”, in regards to humans, but your puppy dog also has golden years, and they come much sooner.

As your puppy dog gets older, continue to give him annual exam visits with your veterinarian. It’s especially important to have your pet’s health checked during his older years when medical problems can come up.

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When your dog barks, it can mean a variety of things depending on the tone of the bark and the surrounding circumstances.

An excited alert bark may welcome a familiar person who is approaching. A deep bark combined with a growl may be a warning to a stranger approaching. Your puppy dog may even use a short quick bark to alert you of a need of some kind, like having to go outside to the backyard and needs you to open the door, for example.

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All dogs, especially puppies, need to chew. It’s natural for a puppy to investigate objects with their mouth. It’s their way of finding out about the world. In addition, while puppies are growing up, they will go through teething stages. In order to make sure that you puppy is chewing on items that they are supposed to chew on and not your shoes, rug, or furniture, be sure to supply her with plenty of chew toys. You can select from nylon and rubber bones or rawhides.

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