Choosing a puppy is one of the highlights of life, no doubt about it. But when you get him home you discover you now have to figure out how to make him a workable part of your home. He needs dog toys that are safe and he will need his own dog supplies. If he will be inside he will need house breaking so you will need to know about crate training.

Whether you are looking to adopt a puppy from a shelter or rescue group, or you are looking at different AKC dog breeds,you will find this site full of vital information and useful links to help.

All of the below puppy care & training articles are original and owned by Puppys-Place.com. They were written by Laura Anderson, a 15 year veterinarian technician who also helped start an emergency animal clinic in California.

Do You Have A Question For Laura?  If you have any general dog health or training questions for Laura, please contact her via email. She will normally respond within 24-48 hours. For dog emergencies or more specific medical questions, please contact your local veterinarian. Online advice is not a substitute for professional veterinary care.