Should be getting my baby tomorrow
 

My bf should be getting me my Tia tomorrow ;) :) :D

I am excited but I don't want to get too excited until shes at home with me
:-) as I have been very disappointed in the past - can you believe its been like 6months + that I have been waiting :(

I've not really brought anything yet, so will have to do that all tomorrow. I think I will get a carrier before we get her so that I can take her carry her, then on the way back we will need to get some other essentials I was thinking

1 - baby/ puppy gate - but wasn't sure if this was a good idea as seemingly she will be able to get through the holes as she is a puppy and still very small!?

2. - Doggie bed - What's the best type of bed for a puppy. Me being a human I would go for a soft, comfy one. But what is best suitable for a pup?

3. Metal crate, for when I'm training her - although I don't think I will use it for her to sleep in; as I'm aware puppies need to relieve themselves fairly often; and she won't be able to do so if i'm sleeping - what do u think?

Food - obviously; but I have to see what the breeder has her on; so not to upset her stomach.

I have already a vet I would like to go to. I was advised to take her in a week after I get her (once she is settled in) to do some preliminary checks. I may take her straight after I get her; then again in a week's time - and when I'm there book her in for her next set of shots.

I already have a grooming set (brush etc); I also have a lead for when she gets older (it was cute and on sale) - although I am a little concerned about it as; it has a button which you can press to shorten the lease. Surely you wouldnt press the button when the dog is attached to the leash; as it tugs quite hard and I imagine could really hurt such a small dog!?


What have I forgotten
Thanks for reading... I know its long :p guess you can read my excitment :p LOL

1.Baby gate -Dont use until the puppy is over 5lbs.Unless you have one that is attached to wall.
2. I would use a ex-pen. Put bed and puppy pads , water and food bowl inside. Make use you put puppy pads at one end and Feed bowls and bed at other end.
3. use a regular leash for puppy.Harness

I know you are so excited!!! Please use a harness and not a collar...just a fyi. I use the retractable leashes but usually have it in the lock position. I have several different types of carriers. My favorite one is like a front pack and Murfee rides in it great. We started him in it when he was about 3 months old. I'm sure you will do fine. Congrats on the new baby.

How exciting for you. I took a receiving blanket to the breeders so that I could rub the mother with it. That way Joey had his mama's scent with him. Some people use a playpen with a bed and pee pad for training. Some use a crate and you take them out every few hours. Good luck with your baby, can't wait to see pictures.

aww just wanted to say congrats and cant wait to see some pic:)

Welcome and congratulations! :) I just have a couple of reminders.

Vet = you need to have your baby seen within 48 hours for most health contracts, plus it's a REALLY good idea just to be safe.

Taking your baby places = please don't take your baby out for EVEN a walk until all of the baby shots are finished. No Petsmart, no Target, no nothing. This is REALLY important. Parvo has been really bad lately. :(

Congratulations on your new furbaby! Isn't it exciting? I can't wait to see pictures!