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Pug Puppies in Columbus OH: Getting A Second Pet (Part One)

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Pug puppies in Columbus, Ohio are great additions to homes, even if you already have other pets. Certain accommodations should be made to facilitate the transition, especially if you already have other dogs in your home, to ensure the safety of all your companion animals. A smooth blending of new and established furry family members will mean a concerted effort on the part of you, your partner and your children. Here are a few things you should know before you commit to a second pet and some steps you can take to make the process a little easier for everyone involved…read on! Understanding Dogs A dog’s mentality is important to understand in order to facilitate the process of bringing a new pug puppy into a home that already has one or more canine companions. As pack animals, canines have the tendency to attempt to establish a pecking order within their group, usually through aggressive acts to assert dominance. This is especially true if your current pet is a “bully breed”...

Pug Puppies in Columbus OH: Pet Emergency Preparations

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Pug puppies in Columbus, Ohio are naturally very inquisitive and playfully mischievous animals, which can be delightful...or dangerous. For this reason, if your family has recently adopted or is planning to adopt a new companion pet, it is highly advisable to have made emergency preparations by compiling an emergency kit to handle potential crises. In extreme cases, minutes can make all the difference, so having all first aid items collected in advance can avoid tragic consequences. Here are a few of the items that are suggested to have on hand, preferably in a labeled container that can be easily accessed…read on! Paperwork If you have acquired your pug puppy from a local dog breeder, pet shop or animal shelter that has microchipped your new pet, filing your companion’s paperwork in your emergency kit can save valuable time if your pup has been lost or stolen. You should also include pictures of your pet from various angles to show markings, collar or any other identifying fe...