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Originally Posted by ericalee  I am not planning on over exercising Bentley or feeding him less. I have already purchased his food, I bought Iams for puppies. I plan on feeding him at least three times a day (any suggestions..is that too little or too much?) and I have bought him treats. A walk a day is enough exercise for him because I will also be playing with him indoors. The sale is complete and what is done is done. I am looking forward and I am going to provide the best possible life for my baby. I failed to do ALL of my research concerning this "breeder" because I honestly did not think to look on a list of people who are guilty of running and supporting puppy mills. I will not abandon my Bentley because of how he was brought into this world. I will just not EVER adopt a puppy like this again. I will work harder to find a breeder close by and do my complete research. I am a HUGE animal lover and the last thing I want is for animals to be abused. No innocent animal deserves that. |
I am so happy to read these words!! I understand that you've already paid for this little guy and you're already attached to him. It sounds like you're going to give him a great home! Please understand that a lot of us feel very strongly about puppy mills - our remarks were not intended for you personally, but for everyone who may be looking for a new puppy. And, now you'll know for the future (because yorkies are addicting - it's hard to have just one)!
You'll be doing great with the walks and play time for his exercise. And, yes, you should feed him at least 3 times a day (at least while he's a puppy). I do agree that Iams is a horrible food. You might take a look at YT's health & diet forum and go back through some past threads. There is great advice there on foods, etc. Just look around YT and you'll find all kinds of helpful things - from grooming to training to healthcare....it just goes on.
I don't think I've said this yet - Welcome to YT and congratulations on your new puppy! I hope you'll post more pics when you get him.
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