[BellaMoon]

I think its unfair how people aren't very nice about people doing their "homework" about bringing the dogs home too early. I got Bella at 8 weeks as well and i didn't know that it was important to wait 12 weeks. She has had her bumps and ups and downs but it doesn't make anyone a bad person. I am soo sick of people jumping down people's throats and acting like they are yorkie professionals and have nothing better to do than criticize people. This is a unique breed unlike most dogs which you can bring home at 6 weeks. I know now that you should wait longer, but at the same time Bella is now going on 4 months and amazing!

On a lighter note, congrats! I am so happy for you, people are looking out for your puppy and best interest they don't always say it in the most appropriate way. I will say, at first, I was only working 2 days a week which left a lot of time for me to be with Bella. I will agree with the others about the XPEN, thats the best way to get them to be happy while you are away with a bed, toys, water, a little food, etc. I think for Bella this worked so well because she sleeps in it as well so she sees it as a comforting home rather than scary. (it is in our bedroom) Try the xpen, you can get them anywhere just google it!


I also leave the tv on when I leave because now I am full time and can't be home with her. We puppy pad trained her so she doesn't have to be let out during the day. We are not working on training her to go out if she doesn't have her puppy pad I hope it works.


Again, congrats, its a lot of work but worth it. I think you will do great, just try these tips and see how it goes