Bichon Frise Puppy Care
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.
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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.
