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It is hard to not pamper your new dog. If you are bringing a dog into the
house for the first time, there is much to think about. Most people like small dogs if they are going to live indoors. Some people don't mind having a big dog live indoors, but they do way more damage in the beginning than a little dog can.

Sometimes it is easy to forget that your new puppy is not going to know the rules of the house. So it is a smart idea to prepare your house ahead of time. If you have valuables lying around that you don't want mangled you better put them in a safe place. You might also want to think about your furniture. It is almost certain that your dog will chew on some piece of furniture at the beginning. If you have really expensive furniture, then you will have to be extra careful. You also want to be sure that if you live in an apartment that you have a place they can go potty that is close by.

The next step is to buy supplies for your new canine friend. I have found that the best place to look is online. Traditional pet stores don't have any where near the selection that you can find online. You also have the flexibility of price shopping for the best deal if you find the same product in more than one location. For starters, you want to look at some nice fancy dog beds. You can find ones that are casual and some that are quite elegant. Of course, it depends on how much you want to pamper your dog. Just make sure that the one you purchase will be the one that makes you the most happy and is comfortable for your dog. You also want to look at some trendy pet collars and a leash. Again, you can go casual or as ritzy as you want. Also, don't forget to get some fun dog toys for them to chew on. Last, you need to get a couple of bowls, food, and some qualitytreats.

Then comes teaching your dog. If they are a new puppy, potty training is what you want to take care of first. Some people pefer to paper train their dogs. I prefer to catch them before they squat and get them outside as quick as possible. Just make sure to reward them with a treat when they go potty outside. In order to do it this way you will have to spend a good few days to a week with them most of the day, but it is quicker. I think it is more efficient. If you cannot afford the time, then paper training might be best for you. When you begin to take them out on a leash, you also want to have them walk at your side. The easy way to do this is to start walking your dog. When they leap out in front of you just stop. Call them back you you and guide them to your side. When that is done, give them a treat. Once you have established to them that you are the leader, they will look to you for instruction.