How much should I feed my lab puppy?
I’m getting a black lab puppy and I need a few tips on things…
1.How much puppy chow should I feed a 8 week old black lab puppy and how many times a day?
2.What size of dog crate would I need for a full grown labrador?
3.Any training tips?
4.How long should I take the puppy a walk as it grows?
5.What is the main things I need to buy when the puppy comes?
6.Any tips on puppy proofing the house?
Those are all my questions it would be appreciated if someone could answer these thanks.
okay i have a white lab puppy so here it goes
1. feed the puppy either twice a day with one cup of food each or multiple times a day with a little bit of food. make sure that the puppy does not get more than 2 cups of food per day at first. weight problems for a lab are big problems! the doctor will then adjust the dogs diet
2. the full grown lab will need a large or extra large crate. but DO NOT buy a full grown one yet! puppies are very small and are not crate trained automatically! so you should buy a small crate to train your puppy (puppies do not go to the bathroom when there is little room, but if there is more than enough room to walk in then they will go to the bathroom in their crate). Another option is to buy a big crate but BLOCK OFF half of the crate so the puppy has just enough room.
3. make sure you stick to a schedule! take the puppy out multiple times a day but at the same time of day. rain or shine stick to the schedule! 
since it is just a puppy its bladder is small, so it will need to pee alot!! just be patient and after a few weeks you can shorten the number of times taken to maybe three or four. (remember: taking out also includes during the night)
4. at first, the puppy should be accustomed to your yard. so when walking just familiarize it with the yard! but every month take it a few steps further. remember it is a puppy and will tire easily!
5. main things are food, a crate, a brush, and lots of chew toys!
6. ah puppy proofing! buy some child locks for cabinets and if there are areas the puppy cannot go then block them off with a child gate. remember to keep valuables and anything you don’t want in the puppy’s tummy out of reach!
good luck!!
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let him eat as much as he wants. Puppies will stop when they are full. You dont limit their food until they are big they can become fat. Puppies to get fat they eat to grow.
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1.Okay since its a lab puppy, they will be big. So feed it twice a day, like every five hours. You feed it a small amount every time,but when its bigger you have to increase how much you feed it.
2.A very large dog crate, they get big (:
3.Okay first you name it. Let it get used to its name before you train it. Than you potty train it, get the puppy in a little schedual so they will know when to go to the bathroom.
4.You should take your puppy on a 30 min jog, so it has enough exercise everyday.
5.You need to buy a food and water bowl,some chew toys, and give it a lot of love (:
6.You could puppy proof your house by putting news papers on the floor just in case your puppy may have a accident.
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Glad I helped you (:
1. exactly how much it says to on the bag of food. They put it there for a reason.
2. You are going to need a pretty large cage..but they actually have ones that come with a divider so you can move it as your puppy grows.
3. TRAIN TRAIN TRAIN. It will not only give you a stronger bond with your puppy but will keep his/her brain functioning and focused.
4. It depends if you have a backyard.. if not then atleast 3. If you do then one should be sufficient.
5. Crate. Food Dishes. CHEW TOYS ! the puppy will start to teethe. leash. collar (i actually prefer harnesses). carpet cleaner (accidents will happen).
6. just walk around and absolutely anything that can be chewed.. swallowed.. or destroyed.. you will want to move. Puppys must try EVERYTHING.
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okay i have a white lab puppy so here it goes
1. feed the puppy either twice a day with one cup of food each or multiple times a day with a little bit of food. make sure that the puppy does not get more than 2 cups of food per day at first. weight problems for a lab are big problems! the doctor will then adjust the dogs diet
2. the full grown lab will need a large or extra large crate. but DO NOT buy a full grown one yet! puppies are very small and are not crate trained automatically! so you should buy a small crate to train your puppy (puppies do not go to the bathroom when there is little room, but if there is more than enough room to walk in then they will go to the bathroom in their crate). Another option is to buy a big crate but BLOCK OFF half of the crate so the puppy has just enough room.
3. make sure you stick to a schedule! take the puppy out multiple times a day but at the same time of day. rain or shine stick to the schedule!
since it is just a puppy its bladder is small, so it will need to pee alot!! just be patient and after a few weeks you can shorten the number of times taken to maybe three or four. (remember: taking out also includes during the night)
4. at first, the puppy should be accustomed to your yard. so when walking just familiarize it with the yard! but every month take it a few steps further. remember it is a puppy and will tire easily!
5. main things are food, a crate, a brush, and lots of chew toys!
6. ah puppy proofing!
buy some child locks for cabinets and if there are areas the puppy cannot go then block them off with a child gate. remember to keep valuables and anything you don’t want in the puppy’s tummy out of reach!
good luck!!
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Well as my vet told me about my lab when she was a puppy since it is only a puppy do a hand full of food every hour no more than that because it will get bloat. And water when there is food.
Oh when it gets older you free feed the dog till it gets to be an adult. But then I would talk to your vet on how much dog food it should get for a diet. Labs love to eat everything on their plates not good all the time. They suffer from bloat so have them on a diet when they hit the age of 1 years. No sooner.
You will need a size large crate
Well with potty training keep dog in crate when you are gone or in bed. So it doesn’t go potty all over the house. Also if it eats take puppy out because in 20 minutes it will need to potty. Also if it wakes up from a nape take puppy out to potty.
Labs are really easy to train. Just do the treat method and then when the dog knows the tick or command then start to make it do the trick with out treats every other time and start slowly taking treats away on that command or trick only then start the same way with the new trick/command.
Well the puppy at 8 weeks probably doesn’t need more than 15 minutes of walking but keep upping it because by the time it is 6 months u should be walking about 45 minutes to 2 to 3 hours a day.
You need to buy puppy chow, dog dish’s ones that raise with the dog when it grows because dogs can get bloat if they gulp to much air. Crate big enough so the puppy can only turn but not wonder it’s crate. Lots of toys and things for it when it starts to teeth.
just crate train the puppy is all I am going to say so you don’t have to worry about puppy proofing your home.
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from raising 2 dogs from puppies to adults.
3 times aday or leave the food out and let it eat when he is hungrey.
i have to skip the second one because i forgot but to train now this is harsh but it works. When they use pee in the house scold them and rub theyre nose in it.
Take the dog for walks untill it looks tired and go based off of that.
Buy good chew toys,dog bowls,a collar, a leash,and remember to play with him.
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1. First of all, you need to be feeding your dog a premium or ultra-premium puppy food like Blue Buffalo, Innova, Orijen, Merrick, Weruva, Solid Gold, Natural Balance, Taste of the Wild…
5. -Collar: recommended materials are double-ply nylon and leather. Make sure that you can fit the width two fingers between the collar and your dog’s neck (a little under two inches of slack). If your dog has a head that’s thinner than its neck is wide, a martingale collar needs to be purchased for your dog’s safety.
-Leash: The sturdiest leashes are made of leather or double-ply nylon. A retractable leash is convenient for taking your dog to an isolated park area, but extreme caution should be exercised when walking your dog on sidewalks or roads, or in areas where there are many other dogs as it is more difficult to control your dog with that kind of leash. Always make sure the retractable leash is rated for use of the weight of your dog as an adult (for instance, if your dog is 60 pounds, err on the side of caution and purchase the leash that is rated for dogs 60-70 lbs. and not for dogs of 50-60 lbs.).
-Pooper scooper and waste bags
-Safe Car Transportation: You can purchase a carrier case (for puppies) or a kennel to fit in your car, or a car harness.
-Crate, cage, or exercise pen: Make sure the crate purchased is large enough to hold your dog as an adult. If the crate is too large for your adult dog, it may make housetraining difficult (for puppies, a box or blankets can be used to take up space in the crate until the dog gets bigger so you don’t have to purchase several crates).
-ID tag: These can be purchased at any pet store. You can also purchase special tags that lay flat against your dog’s collar through http://www.luckypet.com or http://www.boomerangtags.com. Make sure to include any medical information on the tag, especially if your dog requires regularly-administered medication.
-Bed: Beds should be large enough for your dog to sprawl out comfortably– at least 3′ x 4′ for a large dog. The best beds are ones with a cover that has a zipper so you can take it off to wash it regularly. Cedar filling can be good to keep that doggy smell at bay, but some dogs are allergic and can get some skin irritation, so if you’d like cedar bedding make sure to get one with other types of bed filler as well to keep your dog’s skin in good shape.
-Food: If switching your dog to a new food, a gradual change is much better for your dog than an instant one (which can wreak havoc on its digestive system and make life much harder during an already difficult time).
-Water and Food Bowls: Stainless steel and ceramic bowls are the easiest to care for, as you can put them in your dishwasher and are more sterile than plastic bowls, which can harbour bacteria. Some animals are also allergic to certain plastics, and using those bowls can cause skin irritation around the mouth; stainless steel and ceramic bowls will prevent this.
-Food Storage
-Vaccinations
-Heart Worm Prevention Medication and flea/tick medication: It is advisable for you to consult your vet before administering these medicines. Incorrect products can result in death should your pet become toxic from the product. It is NECESSARY to have all dogs on heartworm preventative every year! We see many deaths as a result of heartworm.
-Dog Care Literature: You will need to familiarize yourself with illnesses common to labs to prepare for any future medical needs. It is also a good idea to be familiar with general dog illnesses that are common to many dog breeds (ear infections, hip displasia, gastric torsion…).
-A curry brush for grooming
-Shampoo
-Nail Clippers
-Stain and Oder Removers: Normal household cleaners are unable to completely eradicate dog and cat waste. Always use an enzyme-based cleaner to remove spots of animal waste or urine, such as Nature’s Miracle.
-Toys: In addition to standard stuffed or rubber toys, you can also find enrichment and dental toys. Dental toys encourage chewing and are good for aggressive chewers or teething puppies. Rope toys are also great because the fibers act as floss to dislodge bits of food from between the dog’s teeth. Enrichment and treat toys are wonderful because they keep your dog busy and happy, such as Hide-A-Bees, Kongs, Everlasting Treats Balls…
-Treats: Basic dog biscuits are best when not dyed and are full of natural ingredients. Dental treats are very beneficial for tooth health. Use caution when feeding rawhide, bone, and hooves, however—small bits of these can break off and could get lodged in your dog’s throat, so always supervise your dog when eating these.
-Training: Enroll your dog in puppy obedience classes, and always use positive reinforcement training methods.
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