You are looking forward to bringing a puppy into your home and you want to make sure you are offering her a life she can thrive in. What should you know about caring for a new puppy?

It’s important to understand that your pet is still very young and in need of lots of guidance. She is still exploring the world around her and is learning each and every day. This means that it’s important to be there for her and to offer reasonable boundaries. Your puppy will need a lot of attention and care, particularly at this stage of life, so make a point to pet-proof your living area and really be present with your little fur ball to show her new and cool things about her living space. For more information, please contact your local Portland, OR veterinarian.