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ChicagoSoul · 12-15-2006, 09:56 AM

Had to break it down b/c was too long

In my instance, I am OK for now with rice being more than they want me to believe because in and of itself, rice is a good grain. At the same time, rice flour and rice bran is a grain fragment and filler. So, it is better to avoid those. My other problematic ingredient is Dried Beet Pulp which some believe can cause allergic reactions in puppies (for mine, it is OK). My formula also has egg product and not whole eggs. So, make sure you know what your feed puppy.

With respect to other useful advise, puppies are motivated by only people, food, and toys. See what your puppy is like and motivate her behavior in light of her primary positive triggers.

Some other good things I found and like so far:

Grooming: Chris Christensen Fusion Pin Brush, Original Belgian Greyhound Comb, Pet Silk Moisterizing Shampoo and Conditioner, Cowboy MAgic Detangler, Opticlear Eye Wash and I forgot the brand of Cologne and Ear cleanser I use. The most important thing to remember for grooming is to use a good and non-scratchy pin brush and comb every day to avoid mats. With respect to shampoo and conditioner, they have to be formulated for pets, not humans because dogs have a different pH. Shampoo should also not contain soap since it is too drying for their skin. With respect to eye and ear care, you can always use cotton balls and water. There is no reason to pay extra money if you want to save some. It is better to spend more on other things. if there is no issue in spending, then go ahead. There are plenty of good quality non-allergenic formulas out there.

Clothes: Manya is really tiny. She is 1.38 lbs. So, you will encounter that many stores out there don't even sell things that are so small. Your average garden variety size 8' for dogs is going to be way too large for your and my puppy. You can go to yorkie products section. I know that some of forum people here can custom made certain garments to your measurements.

Since you are in Florida, you might not need clothes. I personally had a lot of troubles looking for extra-tiny sweaters and coats for our Chicago weather. I can give you some commercial manufacturers that sell very small clothes if you need something that our forum members don't have. I remember that there is tinykiki, gofetch and tinkerbellscloset stores that were developed by people on this forum. Maybe there are more. I am sure they will tell you in case you need something.

I belive those sites also have tiny harnesses as well. My favorite commercial harness so far was the one I got on moderntails.com. It is made by Puppia and is called Camouflage II Jacket Harness (size x-small). I like its craftmanship, softness as well as the fact that it closes on the back as opposed to the belly which makes it easier to put on as well as it makes it usable in my case for Manya's car seat as well.

With respect to car travel, I just got Manya Pet Stow-Away multi use product that can function as a car seat, suitcase and a travel bed and I really like it. I know that there are other car seats out there that people on this forum had good experience with.

What else I liked? I really liked developmental puzzle toys for intelligent dogs made by Kjen. They might be a little too advanced for your puppy, however because she is too small but maybe not. You can go and see for yourself.

I also liked chewing toys (minis) by Petstages. Petstages also makes this little soft toy cow that you can put into the microwave and heat. It is supposed to help with separation anxiety because it smell like mommy and it is warm. So, you can get it and put it inside her crate next to her blanket when you get your puppy. I bought mine in advance but my puppy had almost no separation anxiety, so it was not needed.

Most importantly, first six months are critical for the development of your puppy. So, once she gets all her shots (at approximately 14 weeks), you should take her out and try to introduce her to different people (with or without coat, with or without glasses, with or without beards and so forth) so that she gets to be a well socialized pet. Also, make sure you introduce her to children. Don't let them raise her because she can fall and hurt herself but, under supervision, they can play with her on the floor. Also, introduce her to small and large dogs as well so that she is not afraid to stay with others when you are on vacation and like.

Hope it helps.

12-15-2006, 09:56 AM	#13
ChicagoSoul Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chicago Posts: 130	Here are a few tips (PArt 2) Had to break it down b/c was too long In my instance, I am OK for now with rice being more than they want me to believe because in and of itself, rice is a good grain. At the same time, rice flour and rice bran is a grain fragment and filler. So, it is better to avoid those. My other problematic ingredient is Dried Beet Pulp which some believe can cause allergic reactions in puppies (for mine, it is OK). My formula also has egg product and not whole eggs. So, make sure you know what your feed puppy. With respect to other useful advise, puppies are motivated by only people, food, and toys. See what your puppy is like and motivate her behavior in light of her primary positive triggers. Some other good things I found and like so far: Grooming: Chris Christensen Fusion Pin Brush, Original Belgian Greyhound Comb, Pet Silk Moisterizing Shampoo and Conditioner, Cowboy MAgic Detangler, Opticlear Eye Wash and I forgot the brand of Cologne and Ear cleanser I use. The most important thing to remember for grooming is to use a good and non-scratchy pin brush and comb every day to avoid mats. With respect to shampoo and conditioner, they have to be formulated for pets, not humans because dogs have a different pH. Shampoo should also not contain soap since it is too drying for their skin. With respect to eye and ear care, you can always use cotton balls and water. There is no reason to pay extra money if you want to save some. It is better to spend more on other things. if there is no issue in spending, then go ahead. There are plenty of good quality non-allergenic formulas out there. Clothes: Manya is really tiny. She is 1.38 lbs. So, you will encounter that many stores out there don't even sell things that are so small. Your average garden variety size 8' for dogs is going to be way too large for your and my puppy. You can go to yorkie products section. I know that some of forum people here can custom made certain garments to your measurements. Since you are in Florida, you might not need clothes. I personally had a lot of troubles looking for extra-tiny sweaters and coats for our Chicago weather. I can give you some commercial manufacturers that sell very small clothes if you need something that our forum members don't have. I remember that there is tinykiki, gofetch and tinkerbellscloset stores that were developed by people on this forum. Maybe there are more. I am sure they will tell you in case you need something. I belive those sites also have tiny harnesses as well. My favorite commercial harness so far was the one I got on moderntails.com. It is made by Puppia and is called Camouflage II Jacket Harness (size x-small). I like its craftmanship, softness as well as the fact that it closes on the back as opposed to the belly which makes it easier to put on as well as it makes it usable in my case for Manya's car seat as well. With respect to car travel, I just got Manya Pet Stow-Away multi use product that can function as a car seat, suitcase and a travel bed and I really like it. I know that there are other car seats out there that people on this forum had good experience with. What else I liked? I really liked developmental puzzle toys for intelligent dogs made by Kjen. They might be a little too advanced for your puppy, however because she is too small but maybe not. You can go and see for yourself. I also liked chewing toys (minis) by Petstages. Petstages also makes this little soft toy cow that you can put into the microwave and heat. It is supposed to help with separation anxiety because it smell like mommy and it is warm. So, you can get it and put it inside her crate next to her blanket when you get your puppy. I bought mine in advance but my puppy had almost no separation anxiety, so it was not needed. Most importantly, first six months are critical for the development of your puppy. So, once she gets all her shots (at approximately 14 weeks), you should take her out and try to introduce her to different people (with or without coat, with or without glasses, with or without beards and so forth) so that she gets to be a well socialized pet. Also, make sure you introduce her to children. Don't let them raise her because she can fall and hurt herself but, under supervision, they can play with her on the floor. Also, introduce her to small and large dogs as well so that she is not afraid to stay with others when you are on vacation and like. Hope it helps.