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Originally Posted by quack  We got a 8 week female yorkie yesterday morning. I brought her for a check up this morning and she is a little over 1 pound and in good health. She didn't cry very much last night. I put her in a crate and right up against my side of the bed last night and slept with my fingers in the side of her cage, she laid against my fingers and slept pretty good. She waited to potty this morning on a pee pad after I took her out of the crate and has done really good with going on the pee pads.
So, my questions....
We bought a large pen and covered the bottom with pads to train her and over time take out the pads until there is only one left - is this a good idea or not?
We have been taking turns letting her sleep on us - will that spoil her too bad?
This is a biggie - We are scared to leave her alone. We have so far taken turns shopping or bringing her with us because we are scared to leave her alone. What do you all do when you go get groceries or go places doggies aren't allowed?
I guess I really just want some advice on being a new puppy owner, I feel so nervous and stressed because she is so small. I would love any suggestions you could share with me.
Thanks so much.  |
First off Congrats on your new puppy! Sounds like you have a good first day. The idea with the pee pads and the ex-pen is a good one. She is very young and very small so i can understand your being scared to leave her alone. As long as she has food and water in her crate when you leave she should be ok. If you are going to be gone for more then an hour or so i'd give her nutrical before you go just because she is so small. good luck with your new baby