Introduction

If you’re looking for a pet, kittens and puppies are the way to go. They’re full of energy, and they need lots of attention! But keeping them happy and healthy isn’t easy. If something goes wrong with your new furry family member, it could be expensive—especially if the vet bill is large. That’s why I’m here to help: by sharing my tips for training and caring for your new puppy or kitten, you can make sure that yours stays happy and healthy until it becomes an adult cat or dog.

Feeding your new family member

Feeding your kitten or puppy

It’s important to feed your new pet the proper amount. Too much food and they can get overweight, prompting health issues down the line. Too little and they won’t be getting enough nutrients to thrive. The general rule of thumb is: 1-2% of their body weight per day in calories (so if you have a 15lb dog, that’s about 30-45 grams). This can vary depending on breed and activity level – if your pup is always running around outside then he’ll need more than if he’s just lounging around at home all day long.

You should also feed them on a schedule that works best for you, whether it’s every four hours or twice daily at breakfast time and dinner time. If possible try not to mix up the times so that they get used to having meals at certain times during each day.

House training

House training is important for both puppies and kittens. It’s essential to establish a routine that helps them learn where it’s okay to pee and poop.

In the beginning, you’ll need to set up a crate for your puppy or kitten if you want him/her to have some space of their own when you’re not home. The crate should be large enough for them to stand up, turn around and lay down comfortably in, but not too big so they don’t feel trapped or overwhelmed by the size of their new home. If possible, put a blanket or towel in there with something familiar from his/her litter box like their blanket or toy—this will help them adjust faster because they will associate this area with comfort and security instead of being afraid that someone’s going to hurt them if they stay too long!

Crating your puppy helps him/her learn house rules while keeping everyone safe from accidents until he/she learns what’s okay (and what isn’t). You can get more info on how best to crate train here: http://www2c3rk1f5g5n0m7jvnsmwfbp8i23ybxt7fn-blob=publicationFile&v=1

Training for good behavior

There are many different ways to train your pets for good behavior. Reward-based training, which uses positive reinforcement, is the most popular method used today. This means that your pet will receive a reward for doing something good. In contrast, punishment-based training uses negative reinforcement or punishment to correct bad behavior.

There are several methods of reward-based training:

• Positive reinforcement: When you give a treat or praise after your animal does something they were trained to do. For example, if your dog sits when given the command “sit” then you give them their favorite toy as a reward (or maybe just praise).
• Negative reinforcement: Giving an unpleasant stimulus like an electric shock until an action has been repeated enough times so that it occurs naturally on its own without being prompted by anything else (an example would be using shock collars).
• Negative punishment: Taking away something pleasant after an action has been repeated enough times so that it occurs naturally on its own without being prompted by anything else (an example would be taking away food when a dog chews up its owner’s shoes).

Vet care

If you are planning on getting a new cat or dog, vet care is one of the most important things to consider before bringing them home. There are a lot of different vaccinations that your pet will need, depending on what kind of animal they are and where you live. Some vaccines are mandatory, like rabies for all dogs over 6 months old. Other vaccines might be optional depending on whether or not there’s a high risk in your area for certain illnesses, such as distemper for cats (which is highly contagious).

Once you have gotten your new cat or dog vaccinated it’s also important to check their general health by looking at their fur and skin for fleas and ticks as well as checking their ears and mouth for any signs of infection or dental problems (i.e., bad breath). If everything looks good then you can now move on to heartworm prevention!

Keeping a puppy or kitten can be a lot of fun, but you have to take care of them.

• Feed your new family member.
• House train them. It’s important to take care of their bathroom needs, but also make sure they are comfortable with you entering their space and interacting with them.
• Train them to behave well around other people and animals. If you want your puppy or kitten to be friendly, it’s important that they get lots of positive experiences with other people and animals at an early age so they don’t develop a fear reaction later on when they meet someone who scares them!
• Take them to the vet regularly: just like humans need regular checkups at the doctor’s office, cats and dogs need exams too! This is especially true if you have a small pet who could get hurt easily — so don’t forget this important step!

Conclusion

Caring for a new pet is a lot of work, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. It can be hard to find the time or money to get all the supplies you need, but remember that your new furry family member will be with you for many years to come!