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Originally Posted by judyeve  Congratulations. He's just precious.
I would either get a crate or an ex-pen. I'm getting my little girl on Tuesday and have set up her ex-pen so my big boy, Max, can get used to it. I also have Nutrical and Karo syrup, lots of pee pads, Nature's Miracle which I spray after the dog pees in the wrong place. I blot it up with the pee pad and then spray with Nature's Miracle, so the smell doesn't set in. I also use Bitter Apple spray on anything I don't want them chewing on, like wires, pillows, etc. They don't like the taste and it usually works after a couple of times spraying something.
I bought a lot of toys because I have to watch for jealousy and also because I love to spoil them. Rusty will enjoy a cuddly toy or two in the beginning. Training treats are good (organic). Carrots, pieces of apple without skin or seeds are good treats. So are cheerios.
I'm feeding Back to Basics because it's for both puppies and adult dogs so I don't have to switch.
Picture 1 is the ex-pen with her water dispenser and food bowl that attach.
The green flooring is a cheap, flannel backed plastic tablecloth so that when she has an accident, it won't go on the rug.
Pictures 2 and 3 are Max, who jumped in as soon as he saw me taking pix. He's very confused about what that silly Mommy is up to now!
Picture 4 is their crate, and her little traveling crate is in picture 1 in the background.
Good luck and keep us posted. Make your vet appointment so that you're set.
I don't know if you have a contract, but if you do, be sure to get him to the vet within the allotted time. Bring a list of his shots, his health records, etc. with you. |
Really, really good advice. (Hi Judy!) Also, the crate training - I cannot recommend it highly enough. You have received some very good info on this thread, just go get your baby and sit back and enjoy the entertainment.....zoomies being my favorite; (you'll know what I mean within the first few days.
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Rusty is just beyond cute!!!