There is much to know
about how to properly care for your Bichon Frise puppy. You want to keep them
lovable and friendly, towards you and other people. There are certain foods your
Bichon needs to have, and some that would be very bad for him or her. Bichon Frise
puppies are full of love and energy, and also incredibly nosey and willful. Those
inquisitive minds need consistent newness for them to flourish as adults.
Socialization
and positive reinforcement are very important keys in the successful raising of
your Bichon Frise pup. Not only being around other people, but also around other
dogs will help keep their cheerful disposition sunny side up. The breeder may
know of a few doggy kindergarten classes you can enroll your puppy in. When training
at home, do not speak harshly to or hit your Bichon. This will only bring out
a fear-based and often aggressive response.
The first few days in his new
home need to be quiet ones, allowing the puppy to become familiar with his surroundings.
During this time you should still be mapping out a daily schedule for your Bichon
Frise puppy; play times, eating times, and so on. Like humans, dogs...puppies
especially function best and are happier when they have some kind of structure
in their lives.
What Is The 411?
One mistake many new pet owners
make is over-buying. In their enthusiasm for their new family member, the proud
parents will spend way too much on items they really do not need. Bichon Frise
puppies need love and attention more than they need a treasure chest of toys.
One item you will want to forgo is the tug toy; it will only teach your pup aggressive
behavior and possibly pull teeth out of alignment.
Another misconceived
notion is that playing chase with your Bichon Frise puppy is somehow good for
him. Again, this is something that teaches aggression in your pup. Do not charge
your puppy, or run away from him for that matter. Children and puppies are alike
in this area; when meeting new people they are more comfortable approaching the
person than the other way around.
As much as all puppies need exercise,
and as much energy as your Bichon Frise pup has, some owners will almost literally
run them into the ground. You believe you are just helping him burn that excess
energy, but you may also be putting more strain on his muscles and skeleton than
they can really handle. Even though they can walk and run, puppies are still babies.
You would not expect a six month old baby to run around and play all day; their
bodies are not developed for that yet. Keep this in mind when playing with your
puppy, that his body is still growing and needs to be handled with care.
Part
of ensuring a happy Bichon Frise puppy is knowing what he needs before he arrives
in his new home. It is a good idea to begin preparing
for your Bichon Frise puppy well in advance.
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