07/29/2019
Helpful information about your puppy :
First days home - Bringing a new puppy home is exciting but can be stressful give ur baby time to adjust to their new environment. You will need patience and consistency during this adjustment period. The best way to help your puppy adjust is to keep a routine schedule. This way your puppy will learn what to expect and how you want him to behave.
Their crate (a safe place) - the crate you choose should be big enough for them to turn around in but should not be big enough that they have a clean side and a side to go potty. If you choose a crate for them to “grow into” then use the divider that is included to section it off. Keep fresh water and a clean blanket in the crate at all times. Your puppy may not like the crate at first, don’t give into their crying, just make sure they are safe and do not have to potty. If the crying continues just tell them NO in a stern voice. Eventually they will come to love their crate. Their crate is a safe place for when you can’t supervise them as well as their nighttime sanctuary. When you leave them for any length of time leave food as well as water in the crate. We recommend the bowls that attach to the crate to avoid spilling.
Feeding - at first your puppy will eat 3-4 small meals a day. Feed them a high quality puppy food. You can ask your vet for suggestions. We will give you a starter bag of puppy food to take home along with your puppy. As they grow they will let you know their needs 1-2 meals a day is the norm for an adult dog.
Potty training - when you first arrive home let your puppy be outside your house and play in the grass. This will help familiarize your puppy. The first few weeks can be frustrating. A puppy’s bladder is very small so they should be taken outside every 2-3 hours at first. Always carry the puppy outside to potty. They tend to go where ever their feet first land. The best time to take them out is :
1. The first thing in the morning
when they wake up.
2. When they wake up after a
nap.
3. About 30 minutes after they
eat.
4. Then finally before bedtime.
5. If the puppy has to potty after
bedtime take them outside,
but return them directly to
their crate after they finish.
Stools should always be solid. A watery stool can indicate health or digestive problems as well as worms. Always reward and praise your puppy every time they go potty outside. Tell them how good they are and give them a treat.
Accidents happen - if your puppy has an accident in the house DO NOT yell at them or hit them. Simply pick them up saying NO in a stern voice and carry them outside.
Clean up - a steam cleaner works best but you can also use white vinegar or baking soda to neutralize the urine smell. Your local pet store will also sell products to clean up and neutralize the urine smell.
Bathing : bathe your Crested regularly according to your dogs needs. Once a week is recommended; however, more frequent baths may be needed if your dog plays outside regularly. Use a good quality shampoo either human or dog shampoo works best. Baby shampoo or a tearless shampoo will work well too. Absolutely DO NOT use any product with Lanolin because Chinese Cresteds are commonly allergic. Blow dry their coat using a small brush or steel comb. Don’t forget to clean their ears and teeth regularly.
Grooming - your puppy’s grooming will vary based on weather they are a true hairless, a hairy hairless or a powderpuff.
A true hairless focus is on skin care. Their skin is similar to human skin; therefore, subject to dryness, acne and sun burn. An oil-free or hypoallergenic moisturizer can be used after bathing or every other day, depending on the dryness. A sun block will be needed when outside to protect from sun burn. Absolutely DO NOT use any product with Lanolin because Chinese Cresteds are commonly allergic.
A hairy hairless will need to be saved to maintain the thin single coat on their bodies. So you can follow the same procedure on their bodies as described for the true hairless, if you choose to shave them. A small quiet cordless clipper is recommended. Use a 10mm blade to save their body and face.
A powderpuff requires frequent brushing to avoid matting. Only their snouts get shaved.
