When you’ve found a puppy you like, work through this checklist of what to look out for to make sure you’ve chosen a healthy, happy puppy.
- Eyes: should be clear and bright, with no sign of dirt or redness.
- Ears: should be clean with no smell or signs of wax inside that could mean ear mites.
- Nose: should be cold and slightly wet, with wide open nostrils.
- Breathing: should be quiet and effortless with no snoring, coughing, grunting or wheezing.
- Skin: should be clean, dry, with no signs of soreness or folds that can become infected.
- Mouth: should be clean, with white teeth and pink healthy gums.
- Fur: should be shiny and soft with no sign of fleas.
- Legs: should be strong and sturdy, with no limping or difficulty walking.
- Bottom: clean and dry under the tail.
- Ribs: not visible.
Your chosen puppy should also be bright, active and friendly. Avoid a puppy that appears timid or afraid, as you may well find that they experience behavioural issues later in life.
Post time: May-24-2024