Ocean Breeze Dachshunds
Helpful training tips & supplies you will need >
Supplies you will need:
- Premium dog food, I send your new puppy with a few days worth
but you will want to decide what brand works best for you before
hand. - Treats for training, I prefer to keep them bite sized.
- I recommend having at least 4-5 toys available in different textures
for chewing purposes. Rotating them out is also good for mental
stimulation. - Crate if you intend on crate training
- Food and water dishes, establish a designated area early on so that
your pup will know exactly where this is located and available when
needed. - Potty pads or newspaper, we begin the process of pad training early
on for you using the pads. - Bedding and or blankets.
- Leash and collar or harness that can be adjusted for growth.
- For grooming you will need a delicate puppy shampoo, a soft bristle
brush and nail clippers if you intend on clipping them yourself. If you
do I also recommend having Styptic powder in case of bleeding.
Vaccines:
Always discuss vaccine schedules with your chosen vet.
Please note that the Lepto vaccine is not recommend, but
still may be required by your state, for the dachshund
breed for they are susceptible to adverse reactions.
Please note that the Lepto vaccine is not recommend, but
still may be required by your state, for the dachshund
breed for they are susceptible to adverse reactions.
6-8 WEEKS:
* Physical examination
* First DHLPPC (Distemper, Leptospirosis, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza,
Parvo virus, & Corona virus)
* Deworming
10-12 WEEKS:
* Physical examination
* Second DHLPPC
* Deworming
* Bordatella Vaccination
14-16 WEEKS:
* Physical examination
* Third DHLPPC
* Rabies Vaccination
ANNUALLY:
* Physical examination
* DHLPPC Booster
* Kennel Cough Booster
* Rabies Booster
* Deworming
* Heartworm test
* Physical examination
* First DHLPPC (Distemper, Leptospirosis, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza,
Parvo virus, & Corona virus)
* Deworming
10-12 WEEKS:
* Physical examination
* Second DHLPPC
* Deworming
* Bordatella Vaccination
14-16 WEEKS:
* Physical examination
* Third DHLPPC
* Rabies Vaccination
ANNUALLY:
* Physical examination
* DHLPPC Booster
* Kennel Cough Booster
* Rabies Booster
* Deworming
* Heartworm test
Nicole Guzman
St.Augustine, Fl.
904-377-5107
Email
St.Augustine, Fl.
904-377-5107
"Happy & healthy puppies to enrich your life!"
Housebreaking
Accidents happen and patience is required. After you clean the
mess apply white vinegar to get rid of the smell so that your
puppy won't continue to go on the same spot. The average
puppy will need to potty about 15 minutes after food or water is
given. I do not recommend restricting neither food nor water,
that can lead to health concerns, changing the feeding schedule
to allow the puppy enough food and water and those necessary
outdoor times will assist in training much more efficiently. Praising
the dog immediately when he does relieve himself outside also
leads to quicker and more positive training habits. Never rub a
dog’s nose in its mess, spank or hit your puppy or dog, this is
abuse and will only teach your dog to fear you and will still go
inside but just not near you to catch them. A firm "NO" and
taking the dog outside after an accident accomplishes much
more. I can't say enough about how much consistency matters,
especially with the Dachshunds.
Accidents happen and patience is required. After you clean the
mess apply white vinegar to get rid of the smell so that your
puppy won't continue to go on the same spot. The average
puppy will need to potty about 15 minutes after food or water is
given. I do not recommend restricting neither food nor water,
that can lead to health concerns, changing the feeding schedule
to allow the puppy enough food and water and those necessary
outdoor times will assist in training much more efficiently. Praising
the dog immediately when he does relieve himself outside also
leads to quicker and more positive training habits. Never rub a
dog’s nose in its mess, spank or hit your puppy or dog, this is
abuse and will only teach your dog to fear you and will still go
inside but just not near you to catch them. A firm "NO" and
taking the dog outside after an accident accomplishes much
more. I can't say enough about how much consistency matters,
especially with the Dachshunds.
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The importance of dog food:
Every one has their own opinion of what brand of kibble is the
"best" but every dog is different and what may be great for one
may not have the same effect for the other. I am in no way an
expert on what to feed your dog but am just learning along the
way. I believe "you are what you eat" not only effects people but
our beloved pets as well. Yes, high quality pet food is more
expensive but considering you took the time to find a reputable
breeder and paid a higher price for your pet than you would have
from a back yard breeder or puppy mill you should have that new
family member for many,many years to come, don't poison the
dog now with food.
If you have multiple dogs within the same life stage ( puppy,
adult, senior etc.) it will be much harder to find one brand that is
compatible for both but once you do it really does make feeding
time easier. There are several brands that is for "all life stages" I
suggest starting there.
Once you narrow down the age group or "all stages" you will
want to read each and every ingredient. Time consuming but well
worth it. Keep in mind that the ingredients are listed in order by
the percentage used, what this means is you want to see meat
listed first and all the other "stuff" way down below.
Things to avoid include:
· Chemical Preservatives - BHA, Ethoxyquin
· By - Products - beaks, feet, feathers, heads
· Corn, Wheat, or Soy - known allergens
· Animal or Beef fat - Indigestible fat
· Artificial Coloring or Flavors
· Sugars or Corn Syrup
· Animal Digest - guts
· Flour - of any kind
What you want to see:
"Holistic" - this is a nice word to see and what it basically means
is every ingredient was added to work together. Some companies
throw a little of this and a little of that into their food the holistic
approach is to add each ingredient to work with the next in
making a more top grade food that balances out your dogs entire
system, body, soul and mind.
"Human grade" - even better! This means that they have taken a
higher step to add ingredients that are good enough for you to
eat. Not that I would recommend munching on your dogs kibble
though!
"Grain free" - elimination of grains including wheat, rice, corn,
millet, barley and oats. If it is grain free than you do not have to
worry about all that gluten and the harmful side effects from it.
The downside of switching to a grain free diet is that it is trial and
error with their stool, it may become loose and runny. Try a small
bag first before investing in a large quantity.
I know there is more that I am missing right now so I will update
occasionally and when I find some more useful information to
share.
A link to a more complete list of dog food ingredients dos &
dont's: The dog food project
Every one has their own opinion of what brand of kibble is the
"best" but every dog is different and what may be great for one
may not have the same effect for the other. I am in no way an
expert on what to feed your dog but am just learning along the
way. I believe "you are what you eat" not only effects people but
our beloved pets as well. Yes, high quality pet food is more
expensive but considering you took the time to find a reputable
breeder and paid a higher price for your pet than you would have
from a back yard breeder or puppy mill you should have that new
family member for many,many years to come, don't poison the
dog now with food.
If you have multiple dogs within the same life stage ( puppy,
adult, senior etc.) it will be much harder to find one brand that is
compatible for both but once you do it really does make feeding
time easier. There are several brands that is for "all life stages" I
suggest starting there.
Once you narrow down the age group or "all stages" you will
want to read each and every ingredient. Time consuming but well
worth it. Keep in mind that the ingredients are listed in order by
the percentage used, what this means is you want to see meat
listed first and all the other "stuff" way down below.
Things to avoid include:
· Chemical Preservatives - BHA, Ethoxyquin
· By - Products - beaks, feet, feathers, heads
· Corn, Wheat, or Soy - known allergens
· Animal or Beef fat - Indigestible fat
· Artificial Coloring or Flavors
· Sugars or Corn Syrup
· Animal Digest - guts
· Flour - of any kind
What you want to see:
"Holistic" - this is a nice word to see and what it basically means
is every ingredient was added to work together. Some companies
throw a little of this and a little of that into their food the holistic
approach is to add each ingredient to work with the next in
making a more top grade food that balances out your dogs entire
system, body, soul and mind.
"Human grade" - even better! This means that they have taken a
higher step to add ingredients that are good enough for you to
eat. Not that I would recommend munching on your dogs kibble
though!
"Grain free" - elimination of grains including wheat, rice, corn,
millet, barley and oats. If it is grain free than you do not have to
worry about all that gluten and the harmful side effects from it.
The downside of switching to a grain free diet is that it is trial and
error with their stool, it may become loose and runny. Try a small
bag first before investing in a large quantity.
I know there is more that I am missing right now so I will update
occasionally and when I find some more useful information to
share.
A link to a more complete list of dog food ingredients dos &
dont's: The dog food project
