Puppies

Puppies born Sunday 12th June, 2005

5 girls and one boy
 

Puppies due 25th July, 2005
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Your new puppy

Congratulations on selecting your new German Shepherd puppy. You can look forward to a rich and rewarding time together. However, there are a number of responsibilities that come with owning a dog.

HEALTH CARE
Your puppy has been wormed and vaccinated while in our care, this will need to be continued by you. We suggest you discuss a suitable program with your Vet.

The GSD (German Shepherd Dog) has a very easy coat to look after, brushing weekly is adequate, and your dog will appreciate more often. Bathing need only be done when necessary i.e., dog has been in salt water or is dirty.

Claws need to be trimmed on occasions, this should also be discussed with your Vet.

EXERCISE
The GSD is an active dog, bred for stamina and endurance. They appreciate daily exercise, but are content with whatever you can do. Invariably they love to run and swim, and enjoy ball games etc.

For the sake of hip and elbow development your dog should not jump until 12 months of age (i.e. in and out of the car etc.).

TRAINING
The GSD is an intelligent dog and can be prone to boredom. It is also quite a big dog and has the potential to become unruly. Obedience training is strongly recommended for your dog as it will allow your dog to become a well behaved member of our society. Also a dog which is under control will be a pleasure to own and be around.

FEEDING
This will be addressed on a separate sheet, possibly more than anything else this will determine the well being of your dog and should be given considerable thought.

SUGGESTED READING

Medical: Veterinary Notes for dog owners. Edited by Trevor Turner Bvet Med, MRCVS,

First Aid for Dogs. Tim Hawcroft BVSc (Hons), MACVSc, MRCVS.

Training: Dog Training Step by Step, Michael Tucker
*Other titles by same author

Beyond Basic Dog Training, Diane L. Bauman
*Other titles by same author

The Kohlar Method, William Kohlar
* Other titles by same author

Diet: Give your Dog a Bone, Dr. Ian Billinghurst BVSc (Hons),
Bsc. Agr. Dip Ed.
(This book is what our diet is based on and I highly recommend reading it)

These are just some of the books and authors I have found useful and interesting. There is plenty of other literature out there. Dog clubs are also an excellent source of information.

Thank you for your patronage, please feel free to contact me at any time regarding your dog.

Above all enjoy your new puppy.