[JuneBugs Momma]

Originally Posted by BorderKelpie

Oh! what a beautiful dog!

One of the best dogs I ever had was a semi-retired finished champion intact male (the breeder was still using him for breeding, but wanted him in a home, not a kennel). I think he marked all of twice and both times were my fault. When you get your new guy, work with him like you would a brand new puppy. Crate-train (I am sure he already is, but reinforce it). Tether him to you so he can't get a chance to sneak over somewhere and mark something. Take him outside regularly to the approved spot and praise, praise, and praise some more for appropriate eliminating. Don't let him have free run of the house until you're positive he knows what to do and where. This could take weeks to months, depending on the dog. Terriers are a bit more strong-willed than my herding dogs, so it may take a little longer than it did Striker, but he can and will learn with close supervision and proper guidance from you.

This is exciting, I can't wait to 'meet' your new little guy! Don't forget to post pictures.

Best wishes!

Yes, she is just gorgeous.


I am trying to understand what you mean by not allowing him free-run of the home? Do you mean keep him confined with gates in the kitchen by himself? I really do not like that idea since JB will be free while I am home. He (Cooper) is also very social and stays with the "pack" which is good so I know he will not wonder off anywhere. He also goes through the night without having to go but is use to sleeping in the bed. JB sleeps in our bedroom but in a petbed and is not confined and also goes through the night. To be safe, I orderd a soft-sided mobile crate he will be sleeping plus it will be in the kitchen while I am at work as his get-a-way.


Won't a belly band deter his training? Terriers are not dumb and with his current owner using one on him once in a while, I am curious as to how that would be implemented in his training here with me, even if I want to use one at all? Plus, he will be neutered by the time he gets here so won't the "marking" stop?


I am hoping that with JB here, Coop will get use to the "routine" and will run smoothly. The main reason I wanted an adult is so I could eliminate all the puppy housebreaking due to my work schedule and not having the time.