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fran · 02-15-2005, 08:28 AM

I have another question regarding my daughters new puppy to come . He will be around 6 weeks when she gets him and they both work .My daughter is planning to try and get him on the weekend and then take a couple of days off. My question is should he be ok all day by himself when she does go to work . She is going to buy a crate for him so he will be safe. She will have food ,water and Pee pads in the crate Any opinions are appreciated.
Fran

Gracie'sMommy · 02-15-2005, 09:30 AM

6 weeks is awfully young to be left alone for 8+ hours at a time, at least I think so. I hope she keeps a heating pad for him to stay warm and she may want to put a radio near him to hear voices so he doesn't realize he's alone!

luvdorkyyorkies · 02-15-2005, 09:40 AM

How big/weight is the puppy? Might not hurt to ask the breeder if your puppy has ever had any hypoglycemic problems or eating problems.
This is per recommendation of owners on this board, ask if you can have a blanket, towell or toy that has been in the the area of siblings and mommy, if they dont include it already.
When I sold my last puppies I didnt do this, accept for one puppy and this is only because we met the daddy of the girl to own the dog and he didnt bring anything to comfort the puppy or keep puppy warm, so we gave him the towell we brought the puppy in.
I called two days ago to check weights, ears, health to get some kind of litter history of puppies and they said "he really likes the towell that was sent home with him" LOL.........so it does work!
I think a few days on the weekend would really help

Bitsy · 02-15-2005, 09:42 AM

Hi,
I am totally new to Yorkies myself but...
I don't think I'd want to leave my puppy alone all day yet. How old will her puppy be when she/he comes home? My puppy is pretty young, so that really makes I difference I think.

When she has her crate time, sometimes she spills her water and gets all wet, and other times she accidentally steps in her poo and pee and really makes a mess and gets herself all dirty. I'd be afraid she'd do something like that if left alone too long. At least when I am home, I can check on her and see to her needs at all times. But, I realize that people have to work and that I am just fortunate that I am able to stay home with her (and my other kids!!)

Hopefully she and you will be able to work out a good solution.

Good luck,
Bitsy

(oops, I just reread your post and realized you had already put the age in as 6 weeks. That is really young to go to any home, in my opinion. Maybe the breeder can keep the puppy longer if she is going to be home alone soon after she gets her. I really think a few extra weeks could make a big difference. I've heard that most breeders won't even consider letting a puppy go home before they are 8 weeks old.

Sorry so long, this is just my 2 cents worth, and it isn't even worth that much!

Best of luck to you.)

TinkerToy · 02-15-2005, 09:48 AM

My first suggestion would to talk to the breeder and a vet just to get any advice they have. Personally, I find it strange that the breeder is letting you take the pup so young. I didn't get mine until she was 4 mos old because she wasn't a pound until then. Now if he is a bigger yorkie then I could understand. Make sure that the kennel isn't too large. They feel much safer when their surroundings are smaller.I would put the pad at the front of the kennel and then a bed or blanket in the back. Also, have your daughter sleep in a tshirt and put that in there as well so her smell is in there to help calm the pup down. I would definitely suggest telling her to take a couple days off to get him comfortable with his surroundings, because if she gets his and then starts leaving him right away his stress level will definitely rise. When their stressed they can get very sick. Tell her to have him sleep in his kennel even if he is taking a nap put him in there with the door open so he can come out. To make sure he goes on the pad I have a very good trick. Get some kind of plastic bin that is large enough so he cannot jump out. Put the pad in there, and every 20 or 30 min put him in there and do not take him out until he goes and then give him a treat. That way when he is in his kennel he will have no problem going on the pad. Now once you start using pads I would always use them. If you try to have him go on the pad and outside he'll get confused. My Tinker doesn't go outside unless we are traveling and she is about to burst, because she has just gotten used to it and I want her to always know that is the place to go potty. You can also go to a pet store and get this calming scent to put in there. It comes in a fan that puts the smell in there, a plug that you put in the wall next to the kennel, get drops that you put in his water, or there are pills as well. I would tell your daughter to play with him before she leaves so he's tired, but considering he is so young he will probably sleep all day anyway!! I would not put any toys in there, because he is still young he could swallow something. Not until he is older would I put toys in there. If it is a kennel that has a lot of opening I would cover it up with a towel or someting, but leave the front uncovered. I would also leave the TV on and face the kennel towards the TV so it masks any outside noise that may frighten him. After a week or so he will get used to the routine, and not have a problem. One last thing, have her say "get in your kennel" evertime she wants him in there so when he is older he will go in without having to chase him down. It is very important for her to bond with him and start teaching him commands now so things are smoother when he wants to get into his destructive phase. Ok I am going to stop I have all kinds of advice I wish I knew when I got Tinker so please do not hesitate to ask anything else!!

fran · 02-15-2005, 09:49 AM

I am not sure how much the puppy weighs now . My Daughter is supposed to call the breeder around march 4th to see if he is ready to go and the breeder is supposed to start him on dog food this week . He was born January 15th . We saw him and he looks pretty healthy nice and fat. The mother seems to have lots of milk We took a blanket with us when we went to see the pup and the breeder said we didn't need to leave it .He sends a toy home with the pup.

Fran

luvdorkyyorkies · 02-15-2005, 10:19 AM

Fran,

You all sound like good parents, and you have already visited your yorkies home so you must feel comfy with the breeder.
I think you are well informed too, good luck with the new puppy! A couple days of adjusting and I am sure your baby will be okay!
Hope to see my pictures!

Pebbles and Me · 02-15-2005, 10:37 AM

Just based on a bad experience I just had when mine was 7 weeks old. I feel that is way to young. Even though that the puppy might be acting okay when she is with the mom, it could possibly be another story when you bring her home. Please becareful the little puppys that are that small dont really like to eat alot you have to make sure they eat, if not they could become hypoglycemic. Good luck

mybirdys2003 · 02-15-2005, 10:52 AM

I would be really hesitant to bring him home that young and then have to leave him. Hypoglycemia is a real worry expecially at that young age. Mine had one bout with it, but I was right there to give her some karo syrup. She was almost three months when I got her, and I had to make sure she had food before night night and through out the day. It is a real worry, and they are curious little guys and can get into all kinds of trouble without meaning to. Is ther someone who could come and check on him during the day for awhile? That might work out! Pat

fran · 02-15-2005, 10:53 AM

We do feel good about the breeder. He had the new babies (4)and mama in a separate room . In another area he had 4 adult females and a couple of males. 2 of the females are also prgnant. All adult dogs were very active and friendly . The mama of the pups was all over us with kisses. she then laid down so the pups could nurse in front of us. The pups were also active . I do not think he will let the pup go until really ready.
We actually were going to buy a pup from the paper and we were not comfortable with the way the person wanted to do business. We called an ex yorkie breeder who recomended the breeder we are getting Homer from . He told us he suspected the breeder in the paper was running a puppy mill . We are glad we found this breeder.

Fran

Pebbles and Me · 02-15-2005, 10:59 AM

Personally I do not feel that the breeder has anything to do with whether or not the puppy will get hypoglycemia. That is up to the puppy to eat and the "parent" to make sure they eat. You do have to watch them at that age Constantly. Just please be careful I dont want yall to have to go through a heart break like I just did.

fran · 02-15-2005, 11:18 AM

Thanks for the info on hypoglycemia.We had a yorkie for 13 years and never heard about this . I will make sure my daughter watches for this with the puppy.
Fran

YorkieRose · 02-15-2005, 12:49 PM

It is illegal to let a pup go before 8 weeks in many states..it was that way in MD..not sure about Florida as yet. Pups no matter their size need to stay longer with the dam and litter..that is one reason so many have a difficult start, physically and emotionally. Juat my opionion, but I would not buy from a breeder who sold 6 week old pups...the pet owner can go through alot of worry and vet expense..I know several Canadian breeders and they do not place under 10 to 12 weeks, so I would say the thinking among reputable breeders is the same in both countries. .Best wishes.

Gypsy Rose · 02-15-2005, 01:35 PM

I live in Wales, UK and had both our girls at 8 weeks and believe you me, that was plenty early enough for me! It was actually quite scary whilst they were young and so small and I was home all the time with them!! They came from a good breeder who wouldn't let them go unless they were feeding well on their own etc. It can be frightening to know that the tiny little life is all your responsibility - I worried when I rushed out to the shop just down the road for the first 6 weeks or so! I suppose that there is no chance that the breeder will keep the pup for a bit longer? I wish you all the best anyway and we'd love to see photos of your pup when you can..!! Ana x

Bentley'sMom · 02-15-2005, 02:15 PM

This is just my opinion, but any breeder who really cares about their puppies would Never let them leave at 6 weeks! 8 weeks is the bare minimum and that is even a little early. Most reputable breeders keep the puppies until they are 12 weeks old. We just got a new puppy who is 11 weeks old from a breeder. She was hesitant to let him go at 11 weeks, but since he is a really good eater and the timing worked best for us, she decided it would be alright. If I were you I would be very skeptical of this breeder. Sounds like they just want to make money as soon as possible and don't really care about the well-being of the puppies. (in my opinion)

02-15-2005, 08:28 AM	#1
fran Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Nova Scotia Canada Posts: 32	leaving a new pup alone I have another question regarding my daughters new puppy to come . He will be around 6 weeks when she gets him and they both work .My daughter is planning to try and get him on the weekend and then take a couple of days off. My question is should he be ok all day by himself when she does go to work . She is going to buy a crate for him so he will be safe. She will have food ,water and Pee pads in the crate Any opinions are appreciated. Fran

02-15-2005, 09:30 AM	#2
Gracie'sMommy Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 191	6 weeks is awfully young to be left alone for 8+ hours at a time, at least I think so. I hope she keeps a heating pad for him to stay warm and she may want to put a radio near him to hear voices so he doesn't realize he's alone! __________________ Julie

02-15-2005, 09:42 AM	#4
Bitsy Ultimate Banner! Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: US Posts: 6,122	Hi, I am totally new to Yorkies myself but... I don't think I'd want to leave my puppy alone all day yet. How old will her puppy be when she/he comes home? My puppy is pretty young, so that really makes I difference I think. When she has her crate time, sometimes she spills her water and gets all wet, and other times she accidentally steps in her poo and pee and really makes a mess and gets herself all dirty. I'd be afraid she'd do something like that if left alone too long. At least when I am home, I can check on her and see to her needs at all times. But, I realize that people have to work and that I am just fortunate that I am able to stay home with her (and my other kids!!) Hopefully she and you will be able to work out a good solution. Good luck, Bitsy (oops, I just reread your post and realized you had already put the age in as 6 weeks. That is really young to go to any home, in my opinion. Maybe the breeder can keep the puppy longer if she is going to be home alone soon after she gets her. I really think a few extra weeks could make a big difference. I've heard that most breeders won't even consider letting a puppy go home before they are 8 weeks old. Sorry so long, this is just my 2 cents worth, and it isn't even worth that much! Best of luck to you.) Last edited by Bitsy; 02-15-2005 at 09:46 AM.

02-15-2005, 10:37 AM	#8
Pebbles and Me Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Marcos, Texas Posts: 29	Becareful Just based on a bad experience I just had when mine was 7 weeks old. I feel that is way to young. Even though that the puppy might be acting okay when she is with the mom, it could possibly be another story when you bring her home. Please becareful the little puppys that are that small dont really like to eat alot you have to make sure they eat, if not they could become hypoglycemic. Good luck

02-15-2005, 10:59 AM	#11
Pebbles and Me Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Marcos, Texas Posts: 29	Puppy Personally I do not feel that the breeder has anything to do with whether or not the puppy will get hypoglycemia. That is up to the puppy to eat and the "parent" to make sure they eat. You do have to watch them at that age Constantly. Just please be careful I dont want yall to have to go through a heart break like I just did.

02-15-2005, 09:40 AM	#3
luvdorkyyorkies BANNED! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,681	How big/weight is the puppy? Might not hurt to ask the breeder if your puppy has ever had any hypoglycemic problems or eating problems. This is per recommendation of owners on this board, ask if you can have a blanket, towell or toy that has been in the the area of siblings and mommy, if they dont include it already. When I sold my last puppies I didnt do this, accept for one puppy and this is only because we met the daddy of the girl to own the dog and he didnt bring anything to comfort the puppy or keep puppy warm, so we gave him the towell we brought the puppy in. I called two days ago to check weights, ears, health to get some kind of litter history of puppies and they said "he really likes the towell that was sent home with him" LOL.........so it does work! I think a few days on the weekend would really help

02-15-2005, 09:48 AM	#5
TinkerToy Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Austin,TX Posts: 76	My first suggestion would to talk to the breeder and a vet just to get any advice they have. Personally, I find it strange that the breeder is letting you take the pup so young. I didn't get mine until she was 4 mos old because she wasn't a pound until then. Now if he is a bigger yorkie then I could understand. Make sure that the kennel isn't too large. They feel much safer when their surroundings are smaller.I would put the pad at the front of the kennel and then a bed or blanket in the back. Also, have your daughter sleep in a tshirt and put that in there as well so her smell is in there to help calm the pup down. I would definitely suggest telling her to take a couple days off to get him comfortable with his surroundings, because if she gets his and then starts leaving him right away his stress level will definitely rise. When their stressed they can get very sick. Tell her to have him sleep in his kennel even if he is taking a nap put him in there with the door open so he can come out. To make sure he goes on the pad I have a very good trick. Get some kind of plastic bin that is large enough so he cannot jump out. Put the pad in there, and every 20 or 30 min put him in there and do not take him out until he goes and then give him a treat. That way when he is in his kennel he will have no problem going on the pad. Now once you start using pads I would always use them. If you try to have him go on the pad and outside he'll get confused. My Tinker doesn't go outside unless we are traveling and she is about to burst, because she has just gotten used to it and I want her to always know that is the place to go potty. You can also go to a pet store and get this calming scent to put in there. It comes in a fan that puts the smell in there, a plug that you put in the wall next to the kennel, get drops that you put in his water, or there are pills as well. I would tell your daughter to play with him before she leaves so he's tired, but considering he is so young he will probably sleep all day anyway!! I would not put any toys in there, because he is still young he could swallow something. Not until he is older would I put toys in there. If it is a kennel that has a lot of opening I would cover it up with a towel or someting, but leave the front uncovered. I would also leave the TV on and face the kennel towards the TV so it masks any outside noise that may frighten him. After a week or so he will get used to the routine, and not have a problem. One last thing, have her say "get in your kennel" evertime she wants him in there so when he is older he will go in without having to chase him down. It is very important for her to bond with him and start teaching him commands now so things are smoother when he wants to get into his destructive phase. Ok I am going to stop I have all kinds of advice I wish I knew when I got Tinker so please do not hesitate to ask anything else!!

02-15-2005, 09:49 AM	#6
fran Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Nova Scotia Canada Posts: 32	I am not sure how much the puppy weighs now . My Daughter is supposed to call the breeder around march 4th to see if he is ready to go and the breeder is supposed to start him on dog food this week . He was born January 15th . We saw him and he looks pretty healthy nice and fat. The mother seems to have lots of milk We took a blanket with us when we went to see the pup and the breeder said we didn't need to leave it .He sends a toy home with the pup. Fran

02-15-2005, 10:19 AM	#7
luvdorkyyorkies BANNED! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,681	Fran, You all sound like good parents, and you have already visited your yorkies home so you must feel comfy with the breeder. I think you are well informed too, good luck with the new puppy! A couple days of adjusting and I am sure your baby will be okay! Hope to see my pictures!

02-15-2005, 10:52 AM	#9
mybirdys2003 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 980	I would be really hesitant to bring him home that young and then have to leave him. Hypoglycemia is a real worry expecially at that young age. Mine had one bout with it, but I was right there to give her some karo syrup. She was almost three months when I got her, and I had to make sure she had food before night night and through out the day. It is a real worry, and they are curious little guys and can get into all kinds of trouble without meaning to. Is ther someone who could come and check on him during the day for awhile? That might work out! Pat

02-15-2005, 10:53 AM	#10
fran Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Nova Scotia Canada Posts: 32	We do feel good about the breeder. He had the new babies (4)and mama in a separate room . In another area he had 4 adult females and a couple of males. 2 of the females are also prgnant. All adult dogs were very active and friendly . The mama of the pups was all over us with kisses. she then laid down so the pups could nurse in front of us. The pups were also active . I do not think he will let the pup go until really ready. We actually were going to buy a pup from the paper and we were not comfortable with the way the person wanted to do business. We called an ex yorkie breeder who recomended the breeder we are getting Homer from . He told us he suspected the breeder in the paper was running a puppy mill . We are glad we found this breeder. Fran

02-15-2005, 11:18 AM	#12
fran Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Nova Scotia Canada Posts: 32	Thanks for the info on hypoglycemia.We had a yorkie for 13 years and never heard about this . I will make sure my daughter watches for this with the puppy. Fran

02-15-2005, 12:49 PM	#13
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	puppy It is illegal to let a pup go before 8 weeks in many states..it was that way in MD..not sure about Florida as yet. Pups no matter their size need to stay longer with the dam and litter..that is one reason so many have a difficult start, physically and emotionally. Juat my opionion, but I would not buy from a breeder who sold 6 week old pups...the pet owner can go through alot of worry and vet expense..I know several Canadian breeders and they do not place under 10 to 12 weeks, so I would say the thinking among reputable breeders is the same in both countries. .Best wishes.

02-15-2005, 01:35 PM	#14
Gypsy Rose Owned by Gyps and Gizz Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Wales Posts: 629	I live in Wales, UK and had both our girls at 8 weeks and believe you me, that was plenty early enough for me! It was actually quite scary whilst they were young and so small and I was home all the time with them!! They came from a good breeder who wouldn't let them go unless they were feeding well on their own etc. It can be frightening to know that the tiny little life is all your responsibility - I worried when I rushed out to the shop just down the road for the first 6 weeks or so! I suppose that there is no chance that the breeder will keep the pup for a bit longer? I wish you all the best anyway and we'd love to see photos of your pup when you can..!! Ana x

02-15-2005, 02:15 PM	#15
Bentley'sMom YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 299	This is just my opinion, but any breeder who really cares about their puppies would Never let them leave at 6 weeks! 8 weeks is the bare minimum and that is even a little early. Most reputable breeders keep the puppies until they are 12 weeks old. We just got a new puppy who is 11 weeks old from a breeder. She was hesitant to let him go at 11 weeks, but since he is a really good eater and the timing worked best for us, she decided it would be alright. If I were you I would be very skeptical of this breeder. Sounds like they just want to make money as soon as possible and don't really care about the well-being of the puppies. (in my opinion)