Newbies, Keep Small Dog Breeds Safe and Out of Harms Way
A puppy is small, fragile and depends on his dog trainer or owner to keep him or her safe.
An important learning experience which can be fun and exciting is interacting with other people and their pets.
Depending on where you live there are many different types of animals and various types of pet owners.
While an extremely important part of growing up and being a well functioning dog; your small breeds should be looked after with caution because as wonderful as this event can be it is also dangerous.
As a loving new pet owner and; or dog trainer you have to prepare and learn to make the right choices for your new puppy.
You must always expect the unexpected when it come to your small dogs well being and safety.
As cute and cuddly as a new toy breed can be is just as, if not more delicate when at a young age.
Your new puppy should be handled with care because of their small breakable bones and growing muscles.
It is nice and sweet for young children and delighted adults to want to pet, stroke and maybe even pick your new puppy up.
This is and should be a nightmare for a new pet owner because of the infinite possibilities of something going wrong.
The smiles and the inspiration that a toy breed puppy brings are overwhelmingly satisfying and will bring your defensive walls tumbling down leaving room for error.
Your puppy could be in great danger of breaking a bone by being dropped or stepped on maybe even taken from you; you must be very careful and remain in complete control.
Naturally most little dogs love and are excited to meet new people and especially their beloved pets.
Many small dogs are mighty and will approach a bigger dog without hesitation.
Imagine a 2 Lb.
Yorkshire terrier trying very hard to befriend a 75 lb.
German Sheppard or a Pit bull.
It is adorable and the relationship blossoms into a magical and amazing sight.
Everyone is safe and can enjoy life when you are absolutely sure these enormous beautiful animals have been properly trained.
Now imagine a gigantic unruly beast charging towards your little animal while dragging his owner behind him.
It is sweet to the childlike and innocent, it is all new and what's the worst that can happen? The first thing you must do is pick your tiny puppy up as quickly as you can and protect him! Toy Terriers, Tiny Chihuahuas, and Pomeranian, Pugs, Shih Tzu and the many tiny, mini dogs out there need our protection.
Do not assume that your dog knows what is best for him.
Accidents, incidents and the regretful happen at any time, anywhere and can happen to anyone.
You are wrong to think that because an animal is outside and is accompanied by a human that he is safe to be around.
Small dogs bite just as big ones do.
Proceed with caution.
Communicate with the other person making sure that it is safe and OK to let your pets come in contact of each other.
Once tails are wagging and behaviors are acceptable place your puppy on the ground and keep him close.
Don't just let your dog pull you in the direction he wants.
This can cause unnecessary stress too some small breeds or your little puppy could easily become lunch for a much bigger breed.
Don't take random chances.
Protect yourself, your best friend forever and good luck.
An important learning experience which can be fun and exciting is interacting with other people and their pets.
Depending on where you live there are many different types of animals and various types of pet owners.
While an extremely important part of growing up and being a well functioning dog; your small breeds should be looked after with caution because as wonderful as this event can be it is also dangerous.
As a loving new pet owner and; or dog trainer you have to prepare and learn to make the right choices for your new puppy.
You must always expect the unexpected when it come to your small dogs well being and safety.
As cute and cuddly as a new toy breed can be is just as, if not more delicate when at a young age.
Your new puppy should be handled with care because of their small breakable bones and growing muscles.
It is nice and sweet for young children and delighted adults to want to pet, stroke and maybe even pick your new puppy up.
This is and should be a nightmare for a new pet owner because of the infinite possibilities of something going wrong.
The smiles and the inspiration that a toy breed puppy brings are overwhelmingly satisfying and will bring your defensive walls tumbling down leaving room for error.
Your puppy could be in great danger of breaking a bone by being dropped or stepped on maybe even taken from you; you must be very careful and remain in complete control.
Naturally most little dogs love and are excited to meet new people and especially their beloved pets.
Many small dogs are mighty and will approach a bigger dog without hesitation.
Imagine a 2 Lb.
Yorkshire terrier trying very hard to befriend a 75 lb.
German Sheppard or a Pit bull.
It is adorable and the relationship blossoms into a magical and amazing sight.
Everyone is safe and can enjoy life when you are absolutely sure these enormous beautiful animals have been properly trained.
Now imagine a gigantic unruly beast charging towards your little animal while dragging his owner behind him.
It is sweet to the childlike and innocent, it is all new and what's the worst that can happen? The first thing you must do is pick your tiny puppy up as quickly as you can and protect him! Toy Terriers, Tiny Chihuahuas, and Pomeranian, Pugs, Shih Tzu and the many tiny, mini dogs out there need our protection.
Do not assume that your dog knows what is best for him.
Accidents, incidents and the regretful happen at any time, anywhere and can happen to anyone.
You are wrong to think that because an animal is outside and is accompanied by a human that he is safe to be around.
Small dogs bite just as big ones do.
Proceed with caution.
Communicate with the other person making sure that it is safe and OK to let your pets come in contact of each other.
Once tails are wagging and behaviors are acceptable place your puppy on the ground and keep him close.
Don't just let your dog pull you in the direction he wants.
This can cause unnecessary stress too some small breeds or your little puppy could easily become lunch for a much bigger breed.
Don't take random chances.
Protect yourself, your best friend forever and good luck.
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