Cute Dog Guide

6 Ways to Prepare Your Home for a New Dog Introduction If you're in the market for a new dog, a good place to start is with your home. A dog's needs are just as unique and important as yours are, so it's important to make sure you've got your house ready for a furry new family member. Here are some ways to prepare your home for a new pup: Gather food and water bowls, toys, a bed, a crate, collars and leashes. Gather food and water bowls, toys, a bed, a crate and collars and leashes. You will need to have some basic supplies on hand before bringing your new dog home. These include: Food bowls (plastic or ceramic) with raised edges to prevent spills onto the floor; Water bowl that fits into the food bowl; Toys—balls (stuffed animal-shaped), squeaky toys, chewables like a rawhide bone or pig’s ear stick); Bed for sleeping; If you’re adopting an adult dog he may already have one but if not invest in something comfortable like an orthopedic foam pad or cuddle sack that can b...

  How To Prepare Your Dog For The New Baby Having a new baby in the family can be an exciting time for everyone, especially your dog! Many dogs love children and are happy to see them being brought into the home. However, that doesn’t mean they know how to act around them. The arrival of a new human comes with many changes to the home and the routine. This can make your dog feel stressed and anxious. Dogs rely on routines and familiarity to feel safe, secure, and happy in their environment. When bringing home a new baby – or any new pet – it’s important to think about how this will affect your dog. In this blog post we give you some tips on how you can prepare your dog for the new baby before he or she arrives in order to reduce stress levels for both you and your pup. Plan Your Dog’s Time With The Baby When you bring a new baby into the home, the time you spend with your dog will naturally decrease. Many new parents worry that this will cause their dog to feel neglected and behave...