Month: November 2017
Top 5 Puppy Care Essentials
Not many things are as rewarding or exciting as bringing in a new pup to your home. The puppy grows to become a canine partner to give you years of love, care, and loyalty, as long as you keep providing the little guy with food, shelter, and love in return.
At Lizanne’s Labradoodles, we love to keep our customers updated on tips they can use to take care of their puppies.
In this blog, we will shed light on 5 puppy care essential that you should invest in:
#1-A Puppy Tag
For starters, give your puppy some identification. Choose a name and have it printed. You can also get the name printed directly on collars. It is also advisable to print your telephone number or address behind the tag, in case the puppy is lost. In most cases, your puppy will be returned right back. We also recommend having your puppy microchipped at Lizanne’s Labradoodles we take care of this for you.
#2-Neutering By neutering the puppy, you play your role in maintaining a balance in animal population. However, that’s not it. Spayed or neutered dogs also live longer have considerably lesser behavioral problems. This should certainly be the first step towards responsible dog ownership.
#3-Companionship
Dogs are inherently social animals. They need your time. They also need to meet people in your social circle.
While a fenced up living room corner or a yard might be a good idea, nothing beats letting it be a part of your daily life. Do give your dog outdoor space, but don’t let them stay away for long.
#4-Veterinary Exams
Just like we need to visit the doctor every now and then, same is the case with puppies and dogs. You need to partner with a vet whom you visit regularly with your dog so that they build a relationship. This will help ensure a longer life for your canine friend.
#5-Training Classes
Just like you train newborns with everything from going potty on the toilet to picking up stuff and putting it in the right place, you need to put in the same amount of effort into training your puppy. One of the best ways to do so is by rewarding them with dog biscuits or other treats every time they listen to you.
Look out for these essentials and in no time your puppy will be a grown-up, responsible part of your family. Whether you are looking for Australian Labradoodles puppies or American Labradoodles, we have them both. Lizanne’s Labradoodles.
Your Dog can Understand And Responds To 150 Words In The Human Language!
Did you know that? Can your dog learn as many as 150 words? Yes, they can This is reason enough to teach your canine companion words beyond sit, stay, and come.Your furry buddy’s willingness and ability to learn new words can help with the training it needs to be all it can be.
Izzie had her puppies on November 21, 2017. She did awesome and delivered 8 healthy puppies. 6 girls and 2 boys.
We went today and had their dew claws removed. The veterinarian said the puppies are healthy and doing great and mom is doing a fantastic job taking care of them.
For photo updates go to our link at the top of our homepage and click on Current Puppy Page. We’ll be updating and posting new pictures periodically as the puppies get bigger.
THE BASIC PUPPY SUPPLIES… 
1. Food Bowls ( we suggest stainless steel )
2. High Quality Puppy Food ( Something grain free )
3. Toys & Chew Toys ( not baby toys Nylabone, DuraChew bones are awesome )
4. Blanket or Bed
5. Baby Gates, ( If you think you dint need one think again before you make your final decision )
6.Grooming Tools ( Do your research Labradoodles come with a variety of coats )
7. Health Supplies & Supplements
8. Training Tools (Leash & Collar consider a clicker)
9. Name Tag and Microchip (We micro chip your puppy before it goes home with you)
10. Tools for the Road..Seat belt and Car Seat Cover ( Your new puppy is going to be very nervous excited and yes scared and on all of that it will be going on its first car ride. We suggest bring a couple of towel and on your way to pick up your puppy plan some potty stops ahead of time)
11. Doggy Approved Cleaning Supplies
12. A Crate ( We prefer the plastic type that gives your puppy privacy they like to feel like they are in a den )
13. Time & Love( Plan on spending a lot of time with your new puppy especially for the first week,maybe take a couple days off if possible)
Izzie’s Pregnancy Confirmed
Izzie’s pregnancy was confirmed and is expected to have puppies 
sometime around Thanksgiving 2017!!!! She is getting very large, so we will be taking her on Tuesday for an x-ray to see approximately how many puppies and how big they are at this time. I will update this post on Tuesday unless we have puppies before then. If puppies arrive before Tuesday you can look forward to puppy pictures.
Your decision has been made
So you have chosen the breed of your dog. You picked out a reliable breeder or adoption shelter, but this does not mean that you will be bringing a puppy home that same day. There are times when all the puppies at the kennel of your choice already have owners. This could mean that you must wait for the next batch of puppies to be ready, but this waiting period is a great opportunity for you to educate yourself about your future dog and the responsibilities that come with owning a dog.
Hit the books to find out more about the breed of your future puppy with regards to characteristic behavior, basic care, and training. Do not stick to just one book; read several different books so you will have a broader perspective. It helps to get as much information as you can because this will help you to take better care of your puppy. (Of course, our puppy center is a wealth of knowledge too.) Being well informed will also help you to understand the behavior that is typical to the breed and will provide you with tips on how to train your puppy.
Aside from reading, you can also attend some classes, such as Kindergarten Puppy Training (KPT). There you can learn the basics of obedience training beforehand even if you do not have the puppy yet. It is actually to your advantage to attend these types of classes without a puppy in tow because your attention will not be divided between the lecturer and your puppy during the class. You can take notes during class and observe how the other dog owners interact with their puppies. By attending these classes you will get the opportunity to observe dogs that have been successfully trained in obedience. This will help you to appreciate the importance of dog training.
Be Prepared
Once you get the call from your chosen breeder or adoption kennel that you will soon be able to bring your puppy home, you will need to immediately make all the necessary preparations, if you have not already.
Getting your home ready for a young animal is much like preparing a home for a human toddler. Anything within reach should be “puppy proof” (safe for chewing or swallowing), and everything else should be covered or placed out of the puppy’s reach. Make sure to do your research on what the most dangerous items are in the home, what food items are toxic to dogs, and what emergencies most often occur with dogs.
If you are living in a large household, then part of the preparations will be to sit down with the entire family to talk about who will have which responsibilities. You will also need to establish who will have primary control over the puppy. This should be you or another adult. It will be very confusing for the dog if all the family members attempt to exercise control over it. As pack animals, dogs tend to respond best when there is a “top dog.”
To help your puppy adjust to its new home, it will be very helpful if you establish a few guidelines with regards to its feeding, walking and playtime. Among your family, you need to decide who will be taking the different responsibilities in caring for the puppy. You also have to discuss with your family the parts of the house where the puppy will sleep, eat or play as well as the parts of the house that are off-limits to the puppy. These guidelines must be established before the puppy arrives to avoid confusion within the family as well as for the puppy.
If there are small kids in the household, they must also be included in the discussion prior to the arrival of the puppy. The kids must be taught how to take proper care of a puppy and how to handle it gently. You will need to explain to them that the puppy will be adjusting to its new home so it is best to avoid handling it roughly when playing, hugging or kissing. Loud noises and shouting can also be very stressful for the puppy while it is still getting used to new surroundings. Kids need to understand that the puppy needs some time to become comfortable before they can play with it as much as they want.
Adjustment Period
Remember that the first few days or weeks will be an adjustment period – not just for you and your family, but for your puppy too. The puppy will be adjusting to its new surroundings and its separation from the rest of its litter. There is often a lot of crying (from the puppy) as it gets used to its new way of living.
When welcoming the puppy into your home, it is best to do it at a time when you are sure that you can be with the puppy for more than just brief moments. In fact, as much as possible, avoid leaving your puppy alone during this period.
It is natural for puppies at the age of 8-10 weeks to easily develop a bond with its new owner, but this owner-pet bond will not happen as smoothly if you are not at home during this crucial period. Spend at least a week or two with your new puppy to help it adjust and to create a strong bond between you and your new pet.
