What are the necessities? - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Sarah515 · 10-10-2005, 03:51 PM

I'm sure I'm not the only one who wants to know what to have around when a new puppy comes home! I was 3 years old the last time I had a puppy, and needless to say, I don't remember too much about that age. I was wondering what are some things that I should have in order to take care of my puppy? Lots of details please! I will be getting one this winter so I'm sure I will need things to keep her extra warm. My last dog was about 10 lbs so I am guessing a 5-ish lb yorkie will have different requirements. (ex:size of treats, toys, etc.) I had a bunch of stuff in mind earlier but didn't have time to post, lol. I am a curious person so I am sure you will hear many more questions from me.

Thanks!!!

yorkieusa · 10-11-2005, 07:22 AM

X-pen if you plan on using one

Pee pads if you plan on training on these pads in lieu of going outdoors

If you plan to teach her to go outdoors, perhaps you would want to use doorbells so she can tell you when she wants out: poochiebells.com

Crate if you plan on using one (I never have used them)

Puppy bed with warm fuzzy baby blankets

Non-plastic water bowl and non-plastic feeding dishes (plastic can cause contact dermatitis on the nose and result in white spots)

Toys: Small stuffed toys/squeaky balls and other squeaky toys/chew toys

Neutra-Cal - available from your vet - in case of hypoglycemic episodes

Perhaps baby gates so you can keep her in a couple of rooms with you when she isn't in the pen

When she arrives you will want to have food and treats on hand after you learn from her breeder what particular food she has been fed.

Warm sweaters/sweatshirts/coats and probably jammies, too.

Lots of love and patience...

Snow Yorkies · 10-11-2005, 07:34 AM

When I sell a puppy they go home with the necessities. They are given a puppy package. That includes everything the puppy will need to start out his/her's new life with the family. The only thing I don't provide are clothing that may be needed in colder climates....

sneri13 · 10-11-2005, 07:44 AM

Harness - not a collar it can collaspe their trachea.
Leash
Grooming supplies - brush & comb, shampoo, conditioner.
Lots of toys!

yorkieusa · 10-11-2005, 07:46 AM

Sue, if only that were true in all cases!

How about tearless baby shampoo/puppy shampoo. You don't want to get shampoo in a puppy's eyes! One drop of mineral oil in each eye before a bath will help protect the eyes. A safety mat to place under the puppy during the bath. I believe in getting them used to the blow dryer ASAP when you live in a colder climate. Use low warm temp.

After you get your new puppy you will want a harness and leash so you can start leash training your puppy at the earliest opportunity. I always started mine out walking as soon as possible. I believe the younger they are when you start the easier it is to train them to the leash. The first time out is always an experience though!

yorkieusa · 10-11-2005, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by sneri13

Harness - not a collar it can collaspe their trachea.
Leash
Grooming supplies - brush & comb, shampoo, conditioner.
Lots of toys!

That's what I forgot! The brush and comb! Thanks.

You will also want to puppy proof your home. That means to get down on the floor and look at all of the things a puppy can get to just as you would child-proof a home. That means to secure electrical and other cords up off of the floor so they cannot chew into them and be electrocuted.

Julz · 10-11-2005, 07:58 AM

You will need Patience, patience, patience, a harness and leash, Nutrical, more patience, a crate if you are going to crate train, Toys that don't have eyes or nose that can be chewed off and swallowed, more patience, pee pads (Walmart sells 32 for $6 something), do not buy any rawhide treats, nail trimmers (if you can trim them yourself....need done frequently), gentle puppy shampoo (never every let your pup catch a chill...make sure he is completely dry after bathing and watch you don't burn him with the blow dryer), a good quality puppy food with as little corn as possible (makes Yorkies itchy), A good vet, lots of love, and......did I mention patience? Do not give your puppy grapes. A Yorkie pup will put anything and EVERYTHING in their mouth. Remember that some house plants are deadly to animals if ingested. Nothing should be on the floor, even a little rubberband can prove deadly. Don't let your pup play unattended until they get older and know right from wrong. They are tons of fun and give lots of love and kisses....however, it is like having a 2 year old toddler roaming around your house....make it a safe place.

yorkieusa · 10-11-2005, 08:19 AM

You may also want to buy a bottle of bitter apple spray at your pet supply store to help deter chewing. I keep a bottle. It comes in handy occasionally.

This is a list of foods to avoid:

http://www.peteducation.com/article....articleid=1030

This is a list of plants which are potentially poisonous:

http://www.peteducation.com/article....articleid=1553

This has information on various household and exterior poisons and toxins:

http://www.peteducation.com/category...cls=2&cat=1684

sneri13 · 10-11-2005, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Julz

You will need Patience, patience, patience, a harness and leash, Nutrical, more patience, a crate if you are going to crate train, Toys that don't have eyes or nose that can be chewed off and swallowed, more patience, pee pads (Walmart sells 32 for $6 something), do not buy any rawhide treats, nail trimmers (if you can trim them yourself....need done frequently), gentle puppy shampoo (never every let your pup catch a chill...make sure he is completely dry after bathing and watch you don't burn him with the blow dryer), a good quality puppy food with as little corn as possible (makes Yorkies itchy), A good vet, lots of love, and......did I mention patience? Do not give your puppy grapes. A Yorkie pup will put anything and EVERYTHING in their mouth. Remember that some house plants are deadly to animals if ingested. Nothing should be on the floor, even a little rubberband can prove deadly. Don't let your pup play unattended until they get older and know right from wrong. They are tons of fun and give lots of love and kisses....however, it is like having a 2 year old toddler roaming around your house....make it a safe place.

Oops forgot Patience!

Also digital camera. We like to see pictures, lots or pictures and of course you will want to show off your baby to us.

Baron · 10-11-2005, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Sarah515

I'm sure I'm not the only one who wants to know what to have around when a new puppy comes home! I was 3 years old the last time I had a puppy, and needless to say, I don't remember too much about that age. I was wondering what are some things that I should have in order to take care of my puppy? Lots of details please! I will be getting one this winter so I'm sure I will need things to keep her extra warm. My last dog was about 10 lbs so I am guessing a 5-ish lb yorkie will have different requirements. (ex:size of treats, toys, etc.) I had a bunch of stuff in mind earlier but didn't have time to post, lol. I am a curious person so I am sure you will hear many more questions from me.

Thanks!!!

Here is a page that I refer people to when they ask me what they need for a puppy. http://www.yorkieviews.com/newpuppy.htm When I sell a puppy of mine it is sent to its new home with a nice care package.

mustangbee · 10-11-2005, 10:10 AM

You guys are great!!!
You didn't leave a answer for me to put,
looks like you covered everything!

So.....
I'll just say, Make room in your bed,
they love to sleep with you!!!!

Sarah515 · 10-14-2005, 06:50 AM

Thanks so much to everyone that replied! All of your responses were very helpful. I think I will make a list of all the plants in our house and then compare it to the poison list. I have a question about Nutrical...how often can you give it to your pet and how do you administer it? Like..with a spoon or put it in a bowl? I have another dumb question...I plan on crate training, and I was wondering if I should put some sort of pillow in there or just a bunch of blankets? And here is a question that I have always wondered....will a full-grown yorkie have problems going up and down normal stairs? I never had to worry about this because my dog had super long legs. Those are my thoughts for the day, lol. Thanks again!

yorkieusa · 10-14-2005, 07:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarah515

Thanks so much to everyone that replied! All of your responses were very helpful. I think I will make a list of all the plants in our house and then compare it to the poison list. I have a question about Nutrical...how often can you give it to your pet and how do you administer it? Like..with a spoon or put it in a bowl? I have another dumb question...I plan on crate training, and I was wondering if I should put some sort of pillow in there or just a bunch of blankets? And here is a question that I have always wondered....will a full-grown yorkie have problems going up and down normal stairs? I never had to worry about this because my dog had super long legs. Those are my thoughts for the day, lol. Thanks again!

Hi,

No question is dumb, so don't hesitate to ask. You can get a million opinions on here and weigh them all and decide what you want to do.

The instructions are in the box for Nutri-Cal. I would give mine about an inch on my finger by placing it in their mouth. They all love the taste so you don't have to worry about them not liking it. I can't remembe offhand just how often it can be given - the instructions or someone else here may remember. It probably wouldn't hurt to use it for a few days during your puppy's transition to his/her new home. All of them don't have hypoglycemia. It is high in nutrients, so you don't want to give too much or your puppy might not want to eat.

I have never used crate training, so I can't answer any of your questions about that, but I have heard that yorkies will poopy in their crates FYI.

Are your stairs carpeted?

Mine was going up a couple of 5-inch stairs to get in my back door the first week I had her!

They are carpeted and quite wide and it was so funny to watch her. She used her little baby needle-sharp toenails to climb up them. I was always right there with her. I didn't dream she would be able to get up them that soon. Now she takes stairs like it's nothing. We don't have any other stairs at the house, but we run into stairs at other places.

You will just want to be careful and you may want to use child-proofing along the banisters if you have an open stairway so your puppy can't fall off.

Hope this helps just a little...

10-10-2005, 03:51 PM	#1
Sarah515 YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 299	What are the necessities? I'm sure I'm not the only one who wants to know what to have around when a new puppy comes home! I was 3 years old the last time I had a puppy, and needless to say, I don't remember too much about that age. I was wondering what are some things that I should have in order to take care of my puppy? Lots of details please! I will be getting one this winter so I'm sure I will need things to keep her extra warm. My last dog was about 10 lbs so I am guessing a 5-ish lb yorkie will have different requirements. (ex:size of treats, toys, etc.) I had a bunch of stuff in mind earlier but didn't have time to post, lol. I am a curious person so I am sure you will hear many more questions from me. Thanks!!! __________________ Sarah and Josh Lucy and Ella

10-11-2005, 07:22 AM	#2
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	X-pen if you plan on using one Pee pads if you plan on training on these pads in lieu of going outdoors If you plan to teach her to go outdoors, perhaps you would want to use doorbells so she can tell you when she wants out: poochiebells.com Crate if you plan on using one (I never have used them) Puppy bed with warm fuzzy baby blankets Non-plastic water bowl and non-plastic feeding dishes (plastic can cause contact dermatitis on the nose and result in white spots) Toys: Small stuffed toys/squeaky balls and other squeaky toys/chew toys Neutra-Cal - available from your vet - in case of hypoglycemic episodes Perhaps baby gates so you can keep her in a couple of rooms with you when she isn't in the pen When she arrives you will want to have food and treats on hand after you learn from her breeder what particular food she has been fed. Warm sweaters/sweatshirts/coats and probably jammies, too. Lots of love and patience... __________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel

10-11-2005, 07:34 AM	#3
Snow Yorkies Biewer Passionate Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Southern AL Posts: 1,684	When I sell a puppy they go home with the necessities. They are given a puppy package. That includes everything the puppy will need to start out his/her's new life with the family. The only thing I don't provide are clothing that may be needed in colder climates.... __________________ Dare to Dream Biewers Charter Member of BAPPC

10-11-2005, 07:44 AM	#4
sneri13 Luv My Spoiled Babies Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,065	Harness - not a collar it can collaspe their trachea. Leash Grooming supplies - brush & comb, shampoo, conditioner. Lots of toys! __________________ Susan Mac Mellie & Manny Until we meet again at Rainbow Bridge

10-11-2005, 07:46 AM	#5
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	Sue, if only that were true in all cases! How about tearless baby shampoo/puppy shampoo. You don't want to get shampoo in a puppy's eyes! One drop of mineral oil in each eye before a bath will help protect the eyes. A safety mat to place under the puppy during the bath. I believe in getting them used to the blow dryer ASAP when you live in a colder climate. Use low warm temp. After you get your new puppy you will want a harness and leash so you can start leash training your puppy at the earliest opportunity. I always started mine out walking as soon as possible. I believe the younger they are when you start the easier it is to train them to the leash. The first time out is always an experience though! __________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel

10-11-2005, 07:58 AM	#7
Julz Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 4,347	You will need Patience, patience, patience, a harness and leash, Nutrical, more patience, a crate if you are going to crate train, Toys that don't have eyes or nose that can be chewed off and swallowed, more patience, pee pads (Walmart sells 32 for $6 something), do not buy any rawhide treats, nail trimmers (if you can trim them yourself....need done frequently), gentle puppy shampoo (never every let your pup catch a chill...make sure he is completely dry after bathing and watch you don't burn him with the blow dryer), a good quality puppy food with as little corn as possible (makes Yorkies itchy), A good vet, lots of love, and......did I mention patience? Do not give your puppy grapes. A Yorkie pup will put anything and EVERYTHING in their mouth. Remember that some house plants are deadly to animals if ingested. Nothing should be on the floor, even a little rubberband can prove deadly. Don't let your pup play unattended until they get older and know right from wrong. They are tons of fun and give lots of love and kisses....however, it is like having a 2 year old toddler roaming around your house....make it a safe place. Last edited by Julz; 10-11-2005 at 08:03 AM.

10-11-2005, 08:19 AM	#8
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	You may also want to buy a bottle of bitter apple spray at your pet supply store to help deter chewing. I keep a bottle. It comes in handy occasionally. This is a list of foods to avoid: http://www.peteducation.com/article....articleid=1030 This is a list of plants which are potentially poisonous: http://www.peteducation.com/article....articleid=1553 This has information on various household and exterior poisons and toxins: http://www.peteducation.com/category...cls=2&cat=1684 __________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel

10-11-2005, 10:10 AM	#11
mustangbee Donating YT 9000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: North Carolina :) Posts: 10,616	You guys are great!!! You didn't leave a answer for me to put, looks like you covered everything! So..... I'll just say, Make room in your bed, they love to sleep with you!!!! __________________ Friends are God's way of apologizing for our relatives. "Love & Support Our YT Members" Gina & Princess Member of the SSLS

10-14-2005, 06:50 AM	#12
Sarah515 YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 299	Thanks so much to everyone that replied! All of your responses were very helpful. I think I will make a list of all the plants in our house and then compare it to the poison list. I have a question about Nutrical...how often can you give it to your pet and how do you administer it? Like..with a spoon or put it in a bowl? I have another dumb question...I plan on crate training, and I was wondering if I should put some sort of pillow in there or just a bunch of blankets? And here is a question that I have always wondered....will a full-grown yorkie have problems going up and down normal stairs? I never had to worry about this because my dog had super long legs. Those are my thoughts for the day, lol. Thanks again! __________________ Sarah and Josh Lucy and Ella