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If you don't
have a veterinarian prior to bringing home your puppy ask
friends and neighbors for a referral.
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 Toy
Australian Shepherds,
Miniature Australian
Shepherds,
Micro Australian Shepherds ...
Picking the right puppy:
Aussies come in a variety of colors; do not let the color of
the puppy be your only deciding factor.
Male or Female: Both males and females are extremely
intelligent, easy to train and loyal. Males tend to have the
frill or collar; females are generally less striking as
adults. Both sexes are better pets altered.
Letting the puppy choose you; plan to spend time with the
litter, sit on the floor and play with them. The puppy that
chooses you will me more likely to be responsive and
willing. This is the beginning of a bond that will last 12
to 16 years.
Selecting the right personality is very important; let the
breeder help you by telling them what you expect from the
puppy as an adult dog.
Before you choose your puppy:
Puppy Proof your home; puppies are curious and put
everything in their mouths. Take the time to clear your home
of any small objects your puppy could ingest. Put away your
children’s toys, your shoes and socks. Put houseplants out
of reach. In general, look around for anything a toddler
might get into. This will make the first days at a new home
less stressful for you and your new puppy.
Purchase a Crate; think of your puppies crate like a playpen
or crib for a child. It is for your puppy’s safety and
correctly introduced the crate becomes the puppies refuse
and place of retreat.
Feed; ask the breeder what food they have been feeding your
puppy. Have that brand at home before you pick up your
puppy. This will help the transition to his/her new home and
decrease the possibility of digestive upset.
Water; it never hurts to take some water the puppy is used
to home with you. Take a container with you. Slowly
introduce your water source gradually by mixing your new
water into the old in increasing amounts over two to three
days.
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