Puppies do not come with instructions.

A puppy in the house is fun and exciting, but like a small child, it doesn’t come with “instructions for use”. Therefore, we share with you the basic knowledge that will help you in the first days and weeks of his stay in your home.

Love and affection

Your puppy will be delighted to move into your home, but it will be a bit of a shock for him. He will need a lot of attention, support and gentle care to get used to his new habitat. He will demand attention, and you should give him as much time as possible during this period. Praise him often and call him by name. Show that you love him, but at the same time, if he does something inappropriate, stop him by firmly saying no (read more about early training).

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Smells and sounds

Some puppies miss the familiar smells and sounds they were used to before they got into your home. If your puppy is having a hard time adjusting to a new environment, you can try using a dog appeasing pheromone spray (DAP) that will give your puppy a familiar sense of calm. However, use these in moderation – it’s important for your puppy to get used to the new surroundings. You can also turn on the radio quietly at night near his place. 

Dream

Just like a small child, a puppy needs a good night’s sleep, so it’s important to give him a warm, quiet place where he can rest during the day and sleep at night. Family life can be a shock for a small puppy, so he needs some time to be alone. Arrange his place where he will feel calm and safe. Puppies often prefer to sleep in enclosed spaces, so you may want to find a crate for them. You can put a soft bed inside the box, and then it will be a “safe haven” for your pet in those moments when he needs peace and quiet.

Food for brain

When you bring your puppy home for the first time, it is best to continue feeding him the food he is used to. But not all puppy diets are the same; some contain much higher quality ingredients than others, so you can gradually transition your puppy to whatever diet your veterinarian recommends. This will need to be done for five to seven days (your veterinarian will advise you on the best approach), mixing the familiar food with the new food and gradually increasing the proportion of the latter until you are completely on the new food (learn more about how to convert pet to a new diet).

Hill’sTM Puppy Diets

Hill’sTM Puppy Diets are designed to provide your pet with the right balance of nutrients. They contain the right balance of all the vitamins and minerals that help puppies reach their full potential. They also contain natural DHA for proper brain and vision development.

Hill’sTM Puppy Diets are great tasting and available in both dry and canned food, your puppy will enjoy every serving. Learn more about Hill’sTM Puppy Diets.