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Aliya · 01-24-2011, 02:17 PM

Hello,

I love this site, and wanted to post to say hello and thank you for this great resource. I have had my 9-wk-old Dora for one week now - she is also my first dog ever! I am reading through the tons of information on this site, but it'll probably take me some time, since I've never been on a forum before. I have some questions, but please feel free not to answer them if there is a glaringly obvious answer already posted somewhere. Thank you!

1) Dora came to us crate-trained, and has slept through the night (a full 8 hours) from the moment we got her. I actually think she could go for longer, since she doesn't pee immediately when I take her out in the early AM... however I don't want to push my luck. What does this mean? Judging by other posts, this isn't normal! I'm counting my blessings, but want to make sure there's nothing wrong. She does pee normally outside throughout the day, and also at least twice a day on my carpet...

2) Dora was relatively irritable and sort of restless today - not as cuddly and up-close as she usually is. Granted, I was irritable too. Is she picking up on that? Or is it because she went to the vet today? Or, is it because she's sleepy? I've been wondering if I keep her awake more than I should. Should I try to make sure we have some time apart - e.g. crate her regularly even when I'm in the house? We hang out a LOT together (i'm at home full time).

3) My biggest worry right now is her temperament. I want her to be a sweet, confident, and obedient dog - like I said, she was NOT obedient today, and overall has a majorly hard time learning not to bite fingers, toes, wrists, arms, and jeans! What is the BEST way to make her safe and happy?

01-24-2011, 02:17 PM	#1
Aliya YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: - Posts: 5	Hello from a brand new Yorkie Owner Hello, I love this site, and wanted to post to say hello and thank you for this great resource. I have had my 9-wk-old Dora for one week now - she is also my first dog ever! I am reading through the tons of information on this site, but it'll probably take me some time, since I've never been on a forum before. I have some questions, but please feel free not to answer them if there is a glaringly obvious answer already posted somewhere. Thank you! 1) Dora came to us crate-trained, and has slept through the night (a full 8 hours) from the moment we got her. I actually think she could go for longer, since she doesn't pee immediately when I take her out in the early AM... however I don't want to push my luck. What does this mean? Judging by other posts, this isn't normal! I'm counting my blessings, but want to make sure there's nothing wrong. She does pee normally outside throughout the day, and also at least twice a day on my carpet... 2) Dora was relatively irritable and sort of restless today - not as cuddly and up-close as she usually is. Granted, I was irritable too. Is she picking up on that? Or is it because she went to the vet today? Or, is it because she's sleepy? I've been wondering if I keep her awake more than I should. Should I try to make sure we have some time apart - e.g. crate her regularly even when I'm in the house? We hang out a LOT together (i'm at home full time). 3) My biggest worry right now is her temperament. I want her to be a sweet, confident, and obedient dog - like I said, she was NOT obedient today, and overall has a majorly hard time learning not to bite fingers, toes, wrists, arms, and jeans! What is the BEST way to make her safe and happy?