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CONTINENTAL KENNEL CLUB (CKC) AMERICAN BLUE GASCON HOUND INFORMATION PAGE

GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR AMERICAN BLUE GASCON HOUND PUPPY

It is important to keep your puppy warm after bringing it home. Since it is accustomed to being near it mother and littermates, consider placing a hot water bottle in the puppy’s bed; it should be filled with warm water and wrapped in a towel. To further comfort the puppy, you can simulate the mother’s heartbeat by wrapping a ticking clock in a towel and placing it near the puppy. Gradually adjust your puppy to cooler temperatures as it gets older.

Bring your puppy to a veterinarian for it initial checkup. Find out from the breeder which shots have been administered, as well as worming information. Initial vaccinations will not guarantee that your puppy will be immune, but the entire series of vaccinations must be completed in order to protect your puppy from disease. During this time, it is best to keep your puppy away from other animals which are not current on their vaccinations.

Keep poisonous substances out of your dog’s reach, including insecticides, household detergents, and household plants. Some indoor plants such as English ivy, dieffenbachia, philodendron, and caladium are poisonous; so don’t let your puppy chew or play with their leaves. A veterinarian can give you a list of hazardous plants and other toxins.

Provide a quiet place to feed and house your puppy. It is important to find an area that the puppy will feel secure, free from traffic and drafts. Do not change the puppy’s food without consulting with your veterinarian; and refrain from feeding table scraps as this can cause intestinal problems.

Initially your puppy needs plenty of rest, so handling and playtime should be kept to a minimum. If you have children, be sure to instruct them on the proper way in which to pick up and hold the puppy; a puppy should never be picked up by its front legs or neck. Be consistent and patient with your puppy; it will reward you with unconditional love and companionship.

REFERENCES

De Prisco, Andrew and James B. Johnson. Canine Lexicon. TFH Publications, Inc.: 1993.

Hart, Ernest H. Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds. TFH Publications, Inc.: 1975.

Walkowicz, Chris and Bonnie Wilcox, DVM. Atlas of Dog Breeds of the World. TFH Publications, Inc.: 1991