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YorkyKids · 11-29-2005, 08:57 AM

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[QUOTE=NewYorkieMa&Pa]Hi everyone! Ok WE need some suggestions. I have few things that I am hoping if I explain it correctly I can get some advice. Please note these are 3 month old Yorkies and we KNOW they are not going to do well overnight. I just think maybe we could be doing things better

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1. Pee Pads:
Background info: When we got them, they were trained to go on shreeded paper. So as soon as they were done going potty, the soiled paper was picked up and new paper layed out. So the paper was a place to potty slash something to play with......snip
Question:
I know it has only been 7 days, I just want to know are we doing the right thing? Is there anythign we should be doing differently???

Go to http://www.piddlepads.com and order CLOTH piddle pads....they are so much easier (IMO) and you can wash them. I was there the other day....and the price is going up Dec 1...so now would be the time to order. Lori is very good in responding. If you buy six (6) shipping is free. I think she has the best price on the internet for NEW pads...not the reclaimed ones. You have a very nice setup for the puppies.

2. Feeding Schedule
Background info: They were fed 3x a day. A mix of dry and wet.
Current info: We are on a 2x a day schedule of dry and wet mix that we cleared with the breeder. Once in the morning and once in the evening. We were told to give them a cup of food at each meal.......snip
Questions:
A. When we feed them, should we leave the food down and just give fresh food at each meal time?

Twice a day for wet and dry mixed is good. Yorkies are kinda fickle...they like to eat a piece at a time....they are nibblers.....leave the dry kibble down during the day.

B. If you say to give it to them and take up the food, how long should it stay out for them to eat it?

About 20 to 30 minutes....if you prefer an hour...that's okay too. I just wouldn't want the food to spoil.

C. Should we leave water out all day considering how they are not doing so well with the whole pee-pad thing and only serve water during mealtimes and after play?

Absolutely NOT...do not ever restrict the water intake...they should have fresh water available at all times.

Thanks to any and everyone for your replies!!!

We are being patient and expect no miracles overnight just want to make sure we are doing the right thing for our babes!!!

11-29-2005, 08:57 AM	#3
YorkyKids Currently Suspended! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Posts: 144	answers in RED..... [QUOTE=NewYorkieMa&Pa]Hi everyone! Ok WE need some suggestions. I have few things that I am hoping if I explain it correctly I can get some advice. Please note these are 3 month old Yorkies and we KNOW they are not going to do well overnight. I just think maybe we could be doing things better : 1. Pee Pads: Background info: When we got them, they were trained to go on shreeded paper. So as soon as they were done going potty, the soiled paper was picked up and new paper layed out. So the paper was a place to potty slash something to play with......snip Question: I know it has only been 7 days, I just want to know are we doing the right thing? Is there anythign we should be doing differently??? Go to http://www.piddlepads.com and order CLOTH piddle pads....they are so much easier (IMO) and you can wash them. I was there the other day....and the price is going up Dec 1...so now would be the time to order. Lori is very good in responding. If you buy six (6) shipping is free. I think she has the best price on the internet for NEW pads...not the reclaimed ones. You have a very nice setup for the puppies. 2. Feeding Schedule Background info: They were fed 3x a day. A mix of dry and wet. Current info: We are on a 2x a day schedule of dry and wet mix that we cleared with the breeder. Once in the morning and once in the evening. We were told to give them a cup of food at each meal.......snip Questions: A. When we feed them, should we leave the food down and just give fresh food at each meal time? Twice a day for wet and dry mixed is good. Yorkies are kinda fickle...they like to eat a piece at a time....they are nibblers.....leave the dry kibble down during the day. B. If you say to give it to them and take up the food, how long should it stay out for them to eat it? About 20 to 30 minutes....if you prefer an hour...that's okay too. I just wouldn't want the food to spoil. C. Should we leave water out all day considering how they are not doing so well with the whole pee-pad thing and only serve water during mealtimes and after play? Absolutely NOT...do not ever restrict the water intake...they should have fresh water available at all times. Thanks to any and everyone for your replies!!! We are being patient and expect no miracles overnight just want to make sure we are doing the right thing for our babes!!!