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Old 11-07-2010, 05:45 AM   #6
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Lots of info on here; try the articles at the top of the different forums; these articles are called stickies.

Like others have posted; she will take time to settle into her new home. The running around, whining, and crying, are all quite common adjustment activities.

As an adult she should be able to go throughout the night without a potty break, how-ever there has been a huge change in her life, and it is common for dogs, to slip back a step or two on their housebreaking.

I would try to set up an expen near to the back door, add some potty pads to one side, a bed for her, take her out for her last walk before your bedtime. Then place her in the expen. Keep soft music going, make sure the expen is quite warm, beds/blankets away from a draft. You can try when you take her out for her potty breaks (as opposed to a walk for exercise and fun) to put her on a very long lead in your back yard. This way, she might feel less watched over as she does her business.

Harness for sure for your dog.

Also I hope that you take her to the vet. Do you have her previous vet records from the seller? I hope so. Also read up on the vaccination protocols for this tiny breed. You might want to start out with titering to see if any vaccinations are required at this point in time. Also the vet should be apprised of her breeding background, and some general information, such as the age she was first bred, how many litters she has had, and any complications that might have occured with whelping. A very through examination should be performed by the vet, particular care taken to examine her nipples, belly area. Full teeth and gum examination.

I wish you all the best with your new dog. Welcome to YT
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