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Hints For Your New Puppy

FOOD & WATER MUST BE AVAILABLE ALL THE TIME!!!

DO NOT GIVE THE PUPPY MILK!!

DO NOT PUT ADDITIVES IN THE WATER!!!

Just remember bringing home your new puppy is like bringing home a new baby.

Limit excitement and handling as much as possible. Puppies require about 16
hours of sleep a day. They sleep about 3 hours & maybe play & eat about 1
hour. If they do not get their rest they will get sick.

2lb puppies do not eat much at one time; therefore they must have a good dry
puppy food available at all times. It should have chicken or beef as 1st ingredient,
not corn.

While traveling or during the getting acquainted period you can entice your new
puppy with turkey or beef baby food or plain yogurt. Either alone or mix with dry
food. You can also soak food in hot water, but try not to make a habit of this, as
dry food is better for their teeth.

Do not give the puppy anything sweet to eat.

Provide lots of chewing toys & stuffed toys to play with.

I recommend not bathing to frequently & to use a tearless puppy shampoo.

On longhair puppies be sure to keep the hair on their rear-end clipped for
cleanliness.

On snub nose puppies (Pugs) be sure to keep wrinkles around the face clean.

Discuss with your vet additional routine maintenance & care of your new puppy.

If you have any questions please call.

House training your puppy

House training your puppy doesn’t have to be a headache.

“The more vigilant the family is about eliminating the pup’s opportunity to have
accidents and rewarding successes, the quicker and easier the pup is trained,”
says Julie Jackson, canine behavior coordinator for the Dane County Humane
Society in Madison, Wis.
Begin training the first day you take your pup home.

How often you’ll need to take him outside depends on his activities. Puppies
normally need to go to the bathroom after they eat, drink, play, chew, or sleep.

After each of these activities, take your puppy outside on a leash and take along
a tasty treat about the size of a pea.

Try to go to the same spot each time. The odor from the previous visits will
remind him why he’s there.

Once he starts to eliminate, softly praise him. (If speaking interrupts him, though,
don’t say anything.)

When he finishes, immediately give him the treat and more praise.

Sometimes puppies urinate or defecate more than once per outing. After he
relieves himself, don’t rush back inside. Wait a few more minutes just in case.

If you’re outside for more than 10 minutes and your puppy has not gone to the
bathroom, but you think he has to, go inside. Wait 10 minutes. Then return
outside and try again. Keep this up until he goes.

Make your puppy’s elimination schedule more predictable by feeding him the
same amount of food, at the same time, everyday. (Sudden diet changes can
cause diarrhea.)

To prevent indoor accidents, keep close tabs on him. Jackson recommends
using a lightweight, 10-foot leash with a clasp on one end. Tie the leash around
your waist or belt loop, and hook the clasp to your dog’s collar.

Now everywhere you go, he goes too. Look for signs that your puppy may need
to eliminate, such as sniffing the floor in circles, or trying to run out of sight.

If you’re not home during the day, use a baby gate to confine your pup in a room
with tile or linoleum to make cleaning up accidents easier.

During your lunch break, go home to let your puppy outside. If you can’t, consider
hiring a pet sitter, or asking a neighbor.

House training pads are an unnecessary step in the house training process,
according to Jackson. Your puppy is capable of learning right from the start that
the appropriate place to eliminate is outside.

When an accident happens, don’t yell, hit or rub his nose in the mess.

“If you catch puppy in the act, clap your hands and startle him,” she says. “Then
scoop him up, take him to the backyard, and reward him for finishing out there.”

If he goes to the bathroom but you didn’t see him do it, just clean up the mess.
Don’t say or do anything.

Your pup will start reliably going outside within several weeks, but Jackson
warns not to let him have too much freedom, too soon. It can take up to nine
months, she says, before he’s fully trained.

Chihuahuas
Chihuahuas are the descendants of a small dog whose carvings have been found
in the regions of Mexico. The carvings in the Monastery of Huejotzingo are
reported to depict small dogs that were known to the Toltecs civilization. This
civilization is said to exist as long ago as the 9th century A.D. Though there is little
information on the Toltecs, it is a sure thing that they did know a small dog close in
its appearance to the Chihuahua.
Techichi, the ancestor of the Chihuahua, might also have existed at Chichen Itza in
Yucatan. The Techichi had a long coat and was heavy-boned. The dog was often in
religious rituals. In fact, many remains of the dog have been found in graves.

The Aztecs conquered the Toltecs and adopted the small dog. The Aztecs
considered the dog to be the guide of the human soul into the underworld.
Sometimes, rituals appeared rather cruel from the modern standpoint. Thus, the
Aztecs burnt a dog with its owner. This was done to allow the dog to take on the
owner's sins and ease its way into the underworld.

The Spanish played a very important role in the development of the breed. They
brought the small dogs to Spain and they crossed them with a few native terrier
breeds. It is believed that the Chihuahuas have resulted from these crossings.
Evidently, modern Chihuahuas appeared after the interbreeding of the Techichi
with another breed, brought into Mexico by Chinese immigrants or travelers. This
new breed, defined in the mid-1800s, is first of present day Chihuahua registered
at the American Kennel Club in 1905.

Nowadays, Chihuahuas are very popular pets, which make loyal and amusing
companions in home life. They are wonderful pets for children and old people.
However, one should remember that Chihuahuas are sensitive to trauma;
therefore, they require treatment with due care and caution.

Chihuahuas, although neither guards nor hunters, are very good pets and
companions. These very loyal dogs are very devoted to their owners and are very
intelligent, too. Notwithstanding their small size, these are strong-willed and
respond best to positive-reinforcement training.
Chihuahuas like always to be close to their owners. In addition, Chihuahuas do not
like the cold and, when they are outside in cold weather, your dog should wear a
little dog sweater to keep it warm.
Chihuahuas are very tiny dogs. In fact, it is the smallest breed of dog in the world.
Its size and personality make it a good companion. They are extremely loyal and
affectionate, and become very attached to their owners. Chihuahuas are intelligent
but strong-willed and respond best to positive-reinforcement training. This little
hyper dog demands a lot of attention and may tend to be noisy. It is best to
socialize a Chihuahua with other dogs and people while it is still a puppy.

Height: 6-9 in (15-23 cm)
Weight: 2-6 lbs (1-3 kg)
Living Conditions: This is a great dog for an apartment.
Care and Grooming: The short-haired Chihuahua should be brushed when
necessary. The long-haired Chihuahua should be brushed gently every day to
keep the coat clean and free of little tangles. Both types should be bathed about
once a month with care not to get water in their ears.
Exercise: The Chihuahua is an active dog indoors, but will enjoy an outing in warm
weather. When you take this dog on walks, remember a body harness is a safer
option than a collar.
Life Span: 15 years or more.
Health Issues: Its short nose tends to make a Chihuahua wheeze and snore. They
are also prone to eye problems. Make sure you do not let this dog eat chocolate.
First Registered by the AKC: 1904
Group: Chihuahuas belong to the Toy Group of dogs.

Brussels Griffon Breed Standard
Toy Group

General Appearance
A toy dog, intelligent, alert, sturdy, with a thickset, short body, a smart carriage and
set-up, attracting attention by an almost human expression. There are two distinct
types of coat: rough or smooth. Except for coat, there is no difference between the
two.

Size, Proportion, Substance
Size - Weight usually 8 to 10 pounds, and should not exceed 12 pounds. Type and
quality are of greater importance than weight, and a smaller dog that is sturdy and
well proportioned should not be penalized. Proportion - Square, as measured from
point of shoulder to rearmost projection of upper thigh and from withers to ground.
Substance - Thickset, compact with good balance. Well boned.

Head
A very important feature. An almost human expression. Eyes set well apart, very
large, black, prominent, and well open. The eyelashes long and black. Eyelids edged
with black. Ears small and set rather high on the head. May be shown cropped or
natural. If natural they are carried semi-erect. Skull large and round, with a domed
forehead. The stop deep. Nose very black, extremely short, its tip being set back
deeply between the eyes so as to form a lay-back. The nostrils large. Disqualifications
- Dudley or butterfly nose. Lips edged with black, not pendulous but well brought
together, giving a clean finish to the mouth. Jaws must be undershot. The incisors of
the lower jaw should protrude over the upper incisors. The lower jaw is prominent,
rather broad with an upward sweep. Neither teeth nor tongue should show when the
mouth is closed. A wry mouth is a serious fault. Disqualifications - Bite overshot.
Hanging tongue.

Neck, Topline, Body
Neck medium length, gracefully arched. Topline - Back level and short. Body - A
thickset, short body. Brisket should be broad and deep, ribs well sprung.
Short-coupled. Tail - set and held high, docked to about one-third.

Forequarters
Forelegs medium length, straight in bone, well muscled, set moderately wide apart
and straight from the point of the shoulders as viewed from the front. Pasterns short
and strong. Feet round, small, and compact, turned neither in nor out. Toes well
arched. Black pads and toenails preferred.

Hindquarters
Hind legs set true, thighs strong and well muscled, stifles bent, hocks well let down,
turning neither in nor out.

Coat
The rough coat is wiry and dense, the harder and more wiry the better. On no account
should the dog look or feel woolly, and there should be no silky hair anywhere. The
coat should not be so long as to give a shaggy appearance, but should be distinctly
different all over from the smooth coat. The head should be covered with wiry hair,
slightly longer around the eyes, nose, cheeks, and chin, thus forming a fringe. The
rough coat is hand-stripped and should never appear unkempt. Body coat of sufficient
length to determine texture. The coat may be tidied for neatness of appearance, but
coats prepared with scissors and/or clippers should be severely penalized. The
smooth coat is straight, short, tight and glossy, with no trace of wiry hair.

Color
Either 1) Red: reddish brown with a little black at the whiskers and chin allowable; 2)
Belge: black and reddish brown mixed, usually with black mask and whiskers; 3)
Black and Tan: black with uniform reddish brown markings, appearing under the chin,
on the legs, above each eye, around the edges of the ears and around the vent; or 4)
Black: solid black. Any white hairs are a serious fault, except for "frost" on the muzzle
of a mature dog, which is natural. Disqualification - White spot or blaze any where on
coat.

Gait
Movement is a straightforward, purposeful trot, showing moderate reach and drive,
and maintaining a steady topline.

Temperament
Intelligent, alert and sensitive. Full of self-importance.

Boxers
Boxers - History
Boxers originated in Germany in the 19th century. George Alt is reputed as the father
of the breed since it was he who brought a Bullenbeiser female. He had brought the
Boxer from France to Germany. He bred the dog emphasizing stable personality and
strength. Each litter seemed to be an improved version of the dog. Breeders tried to
avoid white puppies. Such dogs were discarded for the fear of deafness. This
condition is traditionally linked to the coat color of the dog. In fact, puppies with white
coat color were rather common due to the breed's close ties to the English Bulldog.
Bit by bit, a Boxer type was established. Breeders had more or less a vivid picture of
what the breed should look like and what qualities should be stressed during
breedings. It was time to develop the official breed standard for the new breed. Breed
fanciers formed a club in 1896. The German Boxer Club started to promote the breed
and did it rather successfully. It is worthwhile saying; the Boxer thrived thanks to
their efforts and its temperament qualities. The breed was popularized rapidly,
especially after the standard had been developed.

The first standard for the Boxer appeared in 1902. The modern Boxer standard is a
replica of the first one with some minor specifications. The Boxer made it way to the
United States in 1903. The Stuttgarter Kennels was the first to recognize the potential
of the breed and imported the dog to America. The AKC recognized Boxers in 1904.

Boxers are medium-sized dogs, compact and muscled with a short-haired, tight-fitting
coat. This playful, high-spirited dog makes an excellent family dog, as it bonds very
closely with its family. The even-tempered Boxer is famous for the way it gets along
so well with children and other dogs, though socialization still plays a key role in a
well-adjusted Boxer. It is the Boxer's nature to protect its family and home, but any
known visitors are always welcomed. Yet, when circumstances require, the Boxer
will serve as a good guard dog. Boxers have also been extensively used in military
and police work.

Height: 21-25 in (53-63 cm)
Weight: 53-70 lbs (24-32 kg)
Living Environment: The Boxer will do all right in an apartment as long as taken for
daily walks and outings. It does best in moderate climates as the dog can chill in cold
weather and overheat in extremely hot climates.
Care and Grooming: The smooth, short-haired coat makes it an easy dog to groom.
Brush occasionally and bathe only when necessary. The Boxer is a very clean dog
and you may find it even cleans itself much like a cat.
Exercise: This is one active dog and it needs daily exercise. They love fetching and
will invent many other forms of play.
Health Issues: This dog is usually pretty healthy, but may have hip dysplasia, heart
murmurs, digestive problems or skin tumors.
Life Span: 11-14 years
First Registered by the AKC: 1904
Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, CKC, FCI, KCGB, NKC, NZKC, UKC
Group: Boxers belong to the Working Group of dogs.

If you go for short types
with bushy goatees and
eyes for nobody but you,
the Brussels Griffon Dogs
might just be your match
made in heaven. Reserved
with strangers and
watchdog-ready, the
Brussels Griffon bonds
with deep devotion to that
one special person who
feeds him, carries him
around and doesn’t mind
his beard-tickly kisses

What can fit in a coffee cup
but take over a whole room?
A Chihuahua puppy, of
course. This mighty mini has a
super-sized attitude and a
sense of privilege. How can
you say “no” to that apple-
domed, big-eyed, proud little
face? Chihuahua dogs are
perfect for doting adults but
not great with kids because of
fragility and a tendency to hog
the spotlight. The Chihuahua
will ride in your purse or sit
on your shoulder but will not,
under any circumstances, play
second fiddle

When 75 pounds of
snuffling, well-muscled,
square-muzzled, tough-guy
dog climbs unabashedly
into your lap, you’ll get the
message that the Boxer
wants to be friends.
Affectionate and self-
confident, Boxer dogs look
like fighters but act like
lovers. Great for active
families with kids, Boxer
dogs want nothing more
than to be in the center of
the action. Prepare to be
licked dog

Teacup statement

The Official AKC Breed Standard describes the Chihuahua as a small dog that
comes in two varieties or coat types. The difference in coat type (the Long Coat
and the Smooth Coat) is the only official description used to identify a difference
within this breed. Our standard does not categorize the Chihuahua by size.
For the purpose of showing and record keeping, the American Kennel club
includes the Chihuahua (along with 19 other breeds) in the Toy Group. Therefore,
irrespective of their weight or physical stature ALL Chihuahuas registered with
the AKC are considered to be a toy breed of dog.
As with all living things, there will be size variance between individual dogs within
this breed. Look within the human family - brothers and sisters will differ in height
and in weight, as well as other physical attributes. They are described as humans,
male or female, and there is seldom if ever a need to break the description down
further. The same holds true in regard to the Chihuahua; they are Chihuahuas -
Long Coat / Smooth Coat!
Unfortunately, the additional adjectives used to describe the size differences and
physical appearances are many and have been misused for so long they now
seem legitimate. Teacup, Pocket Size, Tiny Toy, Miniature or Standard - are just a
few of the many tags and labels that have been attached to this breed over the
years. The Chihuahua Club of America is concerned that these terms may be used
to entice prospective buyers into thinking that puppies described in this way are of
greater monetary value. They are not and the use of these terms is incorrect and
misleading.
Occasionally, within a litter, there may be a puppy that is unusually small. That
puppy is a small Chihuahua and any other breakdown in description is not correct.
To attach any of these additional labels to a particular puppy is to misrepresent
that Chihuahua as something that is rare or exceptional and causes a great deal
of confusion among those new fanciers who are looking for a Chihuahua.
The Chihuahua Club of America does not endorse nor condone the use of any of
these terms and would caution the perspective puppy buyer not to be misled by
them.
We recognize that many Chihuahua fanciers do want the very small puppy. While
they are adorable and can be perfectly healthy, the buyer should be cautioned as
to the extra care that may be required with regard to their general health and
well-being.