Did you just bring home a Great Dane puppy?!
Here is my advice to you!
1. Do not get hung up on their weight and how he/she compares to others, most people exaggerate their dog’s weight anyways.
2. Spend the extra money on high quality food, you will be happy in the long run to not have a boat load of nutrition related issues.
3. Make sure to exercise your dog but do not over exercise him/her. Do 5 minutes of forced exercised a day per month old. So if he/she is 3 months old do 15 minutes of forced exercise a day and no more.
4. If you purchased the dog from a breeder, they should be your sound board. It is always a good idea to get their opinions before you go to the online forums. They should know their lines and the correct advice to give you.
5. Monitor water intake, it will help with fast potty training! If the dog is constantly peeing in the house it is most likely your fault for not sticking to a schedule and watching water intake.
6. Yes he/she is a baby, but can start obedience training! Don't put it off!
7. Start trimming nails immediately! Nails should be done at a minimum of once a week. If your puppy has short nails still go through the motions of trimming them weekly. This helps to get them comfortable and into a routine. It's easier to "fight with" a 30 pound puppy than an 160 pound adult.
8. CRATES ARE YOUR FRIEND! Start crate training your puppy immediately, even if you do not plan to crate your dog they need to know how to behave in a crate incase of an emergency or if they have to go to the vet for any kind of surgery. Teaching them to be calm and comfortable in a crate not only keeps them safe but also can be a place that the dog learns to love.
9. Puppies will chew things, it is just want they do. Don't get mad because you forgot to pick up your shoes and the dog decided to chew on them. Instead redirect the puppy with a no and then take the chewed up item and replace it with a dog toy.
10. You get out of your puppy what you put into him/her! Consistency is key!
If you have any questions please feel free to ask
Did you just bring home a Great Dane puppy?