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ZoesMama · 10-29-2014, 12:02 AM

Okay everyone! So far this is what I have gotten:

Crate
Doggy pen
Dog bowls
Blankets
Toys
Collar
Nutra Cal
Brush
Bows

Is there anything else I need to get before she comes home next week? Her breeder is providing a month supply of royal canin puppy food, so I don't need any of that just yet. I know I need shampoo and conditioner but am unsure what brand is the best. I'd prefer a brand I can just get from petco or petsmart rather than having to order offline.

Thanks in advance!

SirTeddykins · 10-29-2014, 12:12 AM

If you plan on teaching her to use pads - you'll need those?
Also, maybe a harness and leash?
She'll be too young to walk before all of her shots and stuff but those few weeks go by quickly so best to be prepared!
Oh and LOTS of puppy shampoo!!!!! I made sure mine was antibacterial and tear free. Puppies are messy to their environments and themselves!
So exciting!

ZoesMama · 10-29-2014, 12:15 AM

Oh my gosh you just saved me. I can't believe I forgot pee pads! Thank you for reminding me, lol!

SirTeddykins · 10-29-2014, 12:18 AM

No problem.

So that they don't go directly on the floor, I bought Teddy a cat box which had a top on it and just removed the top and put his pads on the bottom of the box. This way, the pee stays contained and doesn't run out onto your floors and he has happily used this with virtually no accidents since he was 14 weeks old. We brought him home at 12 weeks.

We bought the cat tray with a top because, with him being a boy, thought he may need the higher sides for when he lifted his leg. You, however, will not have this problem so you could buy a cat tray and either teach her to jump in and out of it (which Teddy does with no problem at all) or just alter the sides for easy access.

I clean his box with antibac wipes at the beginning and end of each day, too.

I saw the pic of Zoe in the pic area - gosh, she's gorgeous!

ZoesMama · 10-29-2014, 12:23 AM

That is a brilliant idea, I never thought about that! Thank you for sharing it with me. I was a bit worried about her pee running onto my floor. And thank you! When I first met her she was very shy and laid back. Her breeder text me and said Zoe has came out of her shell a bunch! I'm looking forward to seeing it for myself, lol.

Verbena · 10-29-2014, 06:17 AM

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I have a list.

Puppy Starter Kit

Puppy food - whatever puppy is eating now

Tube of Nutra Cal

Blankets

Potty pads

Potty pad holder

Iris 4 sided expen with 2 extra sides

Toys

Identification tags

Nature’s Miracle

Treats- Cheerios work well

Small bowls

Harness

Leash

Puppy shampoo

Conditioner

Espree Pet Facial Cleanser - plum

Baby wipes

Nail clippers

Kwik Stop Styptic Powder

Curved scissors

Brush - Li'l Pals Slicker Purple and Green Brush for Kittens, Extra Small - slicker brush that I find it to work awesome... just make sure you get one without any ball on the ends of the pins so it doesn't snag the long hair.

Comb - Groomaster Finishing Dog Comb - this is a great eye comb, I have it and use it to get eye boogies out and even to use around their butt when they get some dry puppy stuck!

Books

"Yorkies For Dummies"
"Yorkshire Terriers: A Smart Owners Guide"
"How to Housebreak Your Dog in 7 Days"

Lovetodream88 · 10-29-2014, 08:26 AM

Didn't you just post she was 6 weeks old? Yorkies should not leave there moms until 12 weeks and reputable breeders know that. You also need a harness because you should never use a leash hooked to a collar, collars are only good for id tags.

thelittleyorkie · 10-29-2014, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Lovetodream88

Didn't you just post she was 6 weeks old? Yorkies should not leave there moms until 12 weeks and reputable breeders know that. You also need a harness because you should never use a leash hooked to a collar, collars are only good for id tags.

Then that means she's coming home at 7 to 8 weeks, which is very, very young...there are still some things mom needs to teach her pups at that time. I would probably add pet health insurance to the list, just to be on the safe side.

Don't forget to also buy a towel or use an old absorbent towel for bath time!

ZoesMama · 10-29-2014, 10:34 PM

Yes, I did. However I was assuming that was her age. Her breeder never told me her age, we got side tracked talking about other things every time I was about to ask. Her breeder has been breeding for years and is registered with my state. She's very reputable. She will not let her pups go unless she thinks they're ready. So I may not be getting zoe next week. I'm still preparing for her regardless though. Thank you everyone!

thelittleyorkie · 10-30-2014, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZoesMama

Yes, I did. However I was assuming that was her age. Her breeder never told me her age, we got side tracked talking about other things every time I was about to ask. Her breeder has been breeding for years and is registered with my state. She's very reputable. She will not let her pups go unless she thinks they're ready. So I may not be getting zoe next week. I'm still preparing for her regardless though. Thank you everyone!

You still have to be very careful though...I live in MO too and Missouri (along with pennsylvania) are practically crawling with puppy mills. Remember to ask the breeder what age your pup is next time you talk to her, just to make sure.

By "registered with my state" did you mean registered by AKC or USDA or...?
What breeder are you getting her from? Is it yorkies-playhouse.com..? The kennels in the background of your profile pic look like the ones shown on the website.

Lovetodream88 · 10-30-2014, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZoesMama

Yes, I did. However I was assuming that was her age. Her breeder never told me her age, we got side tracked talking about other things every time I was about to ask. Her breeder has been breeding for years and is registered with my state. She's very reputable. She will not let her pups go unless she thinks they're ready. So I may not be getting zoe next week. I'm still preparing for her regardless though. Thank you everyone!

Ok just make sure she stays with her mom until 12 weeks because that is what reputable breeders do and is a red flag of a not good breeder.

Lovetodream88 · 10-30-2014, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thelittleyorkie

You still have to be very careful though...I live in MO too and Missouri (along with pennsylvania) are practically crawling with puppy mills. Remember to ask the breeder what age your pup is next time you talk to her, just to make sure.

By "registered with my state" did you mean registered by AKC or USDA or...?
What breeder are you getting her from? Is it yorkies-playhouse.com..? The kennels in the background of your profile pic look like the ones shown on the website.

Yikes I hope she didn't go with that breeder because that is not a reputable breeder

thelittleyorkie · 10-30-2014, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lovetodream88

Ok just make sure she stays with her mom until 12 weeks because that is what reputable breeders do and is a red flag of a not good breeder.

Also, adding on to this: if the breeder is letting her go before 12 weeks, ask if she can keep her longer until 12 weeks....I know it's a longer wait, but she should still be with her mom until that age.

Best of luck!!!!

ZoesMama · 10-30-2014, 02:41 PM

The breeders website is mmyorkies.com. She doesn't use that website anymore, though. She's in the process of moving from my town to a town 40 minutes away, so I haven't been able to see how the puppies are kept. She seems like a very nice lady who knows what she is doing. I haven't heard from her about Zoe in awhile though, so I'm going to contact her tomorrow and see what is going on.

ZoesMama · 10-30-2014, 02:42 PM

My mom put a deposit on Zoe's sister and was suppose to pick her up last week- the breeder said she wanted to wait one more week because she didn't think the pup was ready yet. My mom hasn't heard from the breeder. We are becoming concerned.

P.s- my moms puppy is from a different litter. Her puppy was 2 1/2 weeks older than Zoe.

10-29-2014, 12:02 AM	#1
ZoesMama Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 75	Preparing for Zoe Okay everyone! So far this is what I have gotten: Crate Doggy pen Dog bowls Blankets Toys Collar Nutra Cal Brush Bows Is there anything else I need to get before she comes home next week? Her breeder is providing a month supply of royal canin puppy food, so I don't need any of that just yet. I know I need shampoo and conditioner but am unsure what brand is the best. I'd prefer a brand I can just get from petco or petsmart rather than having to order offline. Thanks in advance!

10-29-2014, 06:17 AM	#6
Verbena Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: with my flying monkeys Posts: 15,620 Blog Entries: 7	Check out my Blog http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/blo...arter-kit.html I have a list. Puppy Starter Kit Puppy food - whatever puppy is eating now Tube of Nutra Cal Blankets Potty pads Potty pad holder Iris 4 sided expen with 2 extra sides Toys Identification tags Nature’s Miracle Treats- Cheerios work well Small bowls Harness Leash Puppy shampoo Conditioner Espree Pet Facial Cleanser - plum Baby wipes Nail clippers Kwik Stop Styptic Powder Curved scissors Brush - Li'l Pals Slicker Purple and Green Brush for Kittens, Extra Small - slicker brush that I find it to work awesome... just make sure you get one without any ball on the ends of the pins so it doesn't snag the long hair. Comb - Groomaster Finishing Dog Comb - this is a great eye comb, I have it and use it to get eye boogies out and even to use around their butt when they get some dry puppy stuck! Books "Yorkies For Dummies" "Yorkshire Terriers: A Smart Owners Guide" "How to Housebreak Your Dog in 7 Days" __________________ Teri . . . Galen Jameson Frazier Seraphina Luna Rosencrantz, Saber Tooth Tiger, Pussy Willow Pandora Guildenstern

10-29-2014, 08:26 AM	#7
Lovetodream88 Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md Posts: 23,247	Didn't you just post she was 6 weeks old? Yorkies should not leave there moms until 12 weeks and reputable breeders know that. You also need a harness because you should never use a leash hooked to a collar, collars are only good for id tags. __________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart!

10-29-2014, 12:12 AM	#2
SirTeddykins aka ♥SquishyFace♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: n/a Posts: 1,875	If you plan on teaching her to use pads - you'll need those? Also, maybe a harness and leash? She'll be too young to walk before all of her shots and stuff but those few weeks go by quickly so best to be prepared! Oh and LOTS of puppy shampoo!!!!! I made sure mine was antibacterial and tear free. Puppies are messy to their environments and themselves! So exciting!

10-29-2014, 12:15 AM	#3
ZoesMama Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 75	Oh my gosh you just saved me. I can't believe I forgot pee pads! Thank you for reminding me, lol!

10-29-2014, 12:18 AM	#4
SirTeddykins aka ♥SquishyFace♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: n/a Posts: 1,875	No problem. So that they don't go directly on the floor, I bought Teddy a cat box which had a top on it and just removed the top and put his pads on the bottom of the box. This way, the pee stays contained and doesn't run out onto your floors and he has happily used this with virtually no accidents since he was 14 weeks old. We brought him home at 12 weeks. We bought the cat tray with a top because, with him being a boy, thought he may need the higher sides for when he lifted his leg. You, however, will not have this problem so you could buy a cat tray and either teach her to jump in and out of it (which Teddy does with no problem at all) or just alter the sides for easy access. I clean his box with antibac wipes at the beginning and end of each day, too. I saw the pic of Zoe in the pic area - gosh, she's gorgeous!

10-29-2014, 12:23 AM	#5
ZoesMama Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 75	That is a brilliant idea, I never thought about that! Thank you for sharing it with me. I was a bit worried about her pee running onto my floor. And thank you! When I first met her she was very shy and laid back. Her breeder text me and said Zoe has came out of her shell a bunch! I'm looking forward to seeing it for myself, lol.

10-29-2014, 10:34 PM	#9
ZoesMama Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 75	Yes, I did. However I was assuming that was her age. Her breeder never told me her age, we got side tracked talking about other things every time I was about to ask. Her breeder has been breeding for years and is registered with my state. She's very reputable. She will not let her pups go unless she thinks they're ready. So I may not be getting zoe next week. I'm still preparing for her regardless though. Thank you everyone!

10-30-2014, 02:41 PM	#14
ZoesMama Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 75	The breeders website is mmyorkies.com. She doesn't use that website anymore, though. She's in the process of moving from my town to a town 40 minutes away, so I haven't been able to see how the puppies are kept. She seems like a very nice lady who knows what she is doing. I haven't heard from her about Zoe in awhile though, so I'm going to contact her tomorrow and see what is going on.

10-30-2014, 02:42 PM	#15
ZoesMama Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 75	My mom put a deposit on Zoe's sister and was suppose to pick her up last week- the breeder said she wanted to wait one more week because she didn't think the pup was ready yet. My mom hasn't heard from the breeder. We are becoming concerned. P.s- my moms puppy is from a different litter. Her puppy was 2 1/2 weeks older than Zoe.