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Puppy Sitting/Walking I am going to try this one more time for advice here. If you dont have anything educational or non related to my topic please do not post on my threads. Anyways....I was searching online for pet care places that can take care of my baby when I am at work for the few months my fiancee is away deployed. Once he comes back in a few months my baby will not be alone everyday more than 4 hours...but until them I am trying to find a place he can be safe and secure. Here is a few sites I came across by searching online... http://www.tampapuppypalace.com/ http://www.southtampadogwalking.com/Services_and_Rates.html My only concern with this places are ...are they going to take care of my baby the way it needs to be taken care of??? Should i trust this lady coming into my home to play with my baby and make sure he is ok? Those are my main concern with going with places like this. Is he going to be ok as young as he is with other people...i dont want him to get sick....What do you all suggest??? |
Okay, I'll be the first :rolleyes:. They look good with reasonable rates but I would personally visit these places and speak with both parties to address any concerns before making a decision. Good Luck.:animal-pa |
I just called Puppy Palace and they wont take hin until he is 16 weeks old. I think Im going to have a problem getting someone to watch him at such a young age. |
I suggest interviewing and getting references for someone to come into your home and check on him morning and afternoon or have a relative, neighbor or friend do it. He'll definately need someone to look in on him him until he is old enough to go to daycare.:animal-pa Can you come home on your lunch break? |
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It would be better if the pup was in your home. Moving around little ones and lots of turmoil--ESPECIALLY when they are too young to have been placed anyway--is never a good idea. They need a very calm, stable environment with as little turmoil as possible while they adjust. |
cute hi there I have read all your posts and I know things didn't start so good for you, I think alot of it was in the wording and you know the old saying opinons (spell) are like A!!holes everyone has one! well with that being said. My pup came to me at 8 weeks I had no clue, but I wouldn't change a thing I can't imagine missing those weeks up to 12 weeks that I got to build his personality they are so....smart, he was 2.4 pounds when I got him and he is now a happy healthy 6 month old just about 5 pounds ball of energy! loves to cuddle, loves to play etc. goes everywhere with us. So I wish you well he will be fine keep a tv playing in his new tent home if someone comes in to check on him at your home I think is best until he grows a little you will see so many changes they grow so fast. good luck! trust me you will have a hard time leaving him, mine now stays by himself from 6am till about 3:30 I work for school Im off alot....his room is the laundry room, with his bed pee pee pads (and he as easy to train) and of course all his toys... |
I would recommend that you go to www.petsitters.biz You need to find a single preson who is in the business. I started my own pet sitting services so I cater to my clients needs. I have started caring for puppies at 8 weeks old. So, I am sure there is someone loving and perfect out there, you just have to find him or her. I always send text messages or emails when I am with my dogs and send photos from my phone to their mommy or daddy. It puts their mind at ease. Just search, talk to the person on the phone (to narrow it down) then do a face to face interview. Make sure the person is insured and a member of pet sitters associates etc. Good Luck! |
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I live in the Tampa area and I had a friend who used a puppy sitter. They did come a couple of times during the day to walk and play with the puppy. If you need the name I will get it for you. She had a Maltese. :aimeeyork:aimeeyork Teddy and Winston |
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Thank you! I love my job. It doesnt feel like a Job. I get to make puppies happy all day and they make me giggle! LOVE IT so much! :) |
In the last thread you posted someone had suggested leaving the puppy at the vet for the day. Personally, I think this may be the best thing to do especially since he will be so young. I would bring him to the vet until he is at least 8 weeks old and then you will be sure that if there are any complications they can be taken care of right away. This will also give you more time to find a reputable pet sitter. |
Hello everyone!! I have taken all your advice and called a few more places and people. I found this one lady to come a couple times a day to play with him/walk him/feed him and all that good stuff for $12 every visit. I think that would be better for my baby. I will also check in with a vet and see if they would be willing to take him for awhile. I will be also coming home from lunch everyday to spend time with him. Does your friend have a website I can look at? Can they also do better than $12.00 visits?? Thanks! Quote:
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Did you have your dog flown to you? Were you home or at work when you brought your 8 wk old puppy home? How many dogs have you had? 2 including this one? Like you said - you had NO idea about bringing him home too early. So your comments about everyone's opinion is funny because most people here have had a toy breed before, or for quite some time, had several, or have bred so they DO have knowledge about this situation - not just an opinion - like yours! :rolleyes: |
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The first one as you and Misty observed, you'll have to take your pup to and at the young age your pup is, it isn't an option. The other option is coming into your home, which the 2nd one will do. However, are they experienced in taking care of your pups needs? I'm sure they can once you go over the pups schedule with them, emergency numbers, etc. I understand the $12.00 a visit is a bit steep. However, you might view it in a different light. They will be handling your pup with special care. Their gas/time alone is barely covered at that fee. Leaving your pup at the vet's is a bit scarey too. Exposing it to sick dogs..... Another option you may have. Is possible contacting some reputable breeders in your area (try YTCA.org breeder referral). Someone that is experienced handling tiny yorkie pups. Some would be very willing to care for your pup until it is old enough to be left for longer lengths of time. Not only wuold your puppy recieve great care, but with someone such as this, your pup would be socialized, potty trained, etc. I wish I lived closer, I'd do it for you. |
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Untill he is old enough to actually go to a doggy daycare, this is probably your best alternative. I agree with what a few others have said, go visit the places you are interested in. Thank you for taking some of the advice and not leaving your puppy while your gone all day at work. :thumbup: Im wishing you and the pup the best of luck.. |
Obviously you haven't been reading like everyone with any experience has told you to do or you would know that you shouldn't be taking a 6 wk old puppy out for walks!!! He will not have all of his shots and therefore susceptible to disease!!! One reason daycares will not accept him!!! :rolleyes: Please look up STRESS, COCCIDIA, PARVO and GARIDA!!! Your "dogsitter" could be the one that brings sickness into your home - per her feet!!! A dog sitter might be fine for an older dog but NOT a 6 wk old puppy!!! And if you don't like the responses you're getting maybe you should consider doing some RESEARCH! This is a public forum and if you ask a question or make a comment - PEOPLE WILL RESPOND and you might not like what you hear. People have stayed on topic - you're just not wanting to LISTEN! |
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So I should just go to..YTCA.org and find a breeder in the area? Do you think it would cost alot of money?? I also have a vet right near my house I am going to stop by after work today to talk to them and see what they think. If non of these work I will do the 12.00 an hour thing with her coming a few times and me coming home on lunch. I am still waiting on hearing back from that one person that knowes someone in Tampa that will come to my house?? |
The reasons many breeders like to sell them before 12 weeks is they are so much work before that. A puppy can go down hill so quickly, and if you are not experienced and know what to do, you could lose it. Having someone visit isn't the same as someone looking in on the puppies constantly. Once a puppy is 12 weeks, things aren't quite as critical, and then you could leave your dog for longer periods, but yorkies are such a poor breed choice for this, they love being with humans. I agree with the others, you won't find a place that will take him before he's had all his puppy shots, and thats around 14 weeks. Finding someone who is experienced with dogs and would allow the puppy to stay at her home all day seems like a safe option, but you would have to be careful if she has children. Puppies shouldn't be handled or played with too much, because this can cause a drop in blood sugar. |
Once my fiancee comes back from deployment...(in 3 months) that baby will have our full attention and someone will always be there to play with him and take care of him. There would only be a few hours during M-F that he would have to stay in his play pen. |
$12 a visit is a good deal, our sitters charge around $20 in our area. |
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I still believe the best "Option" would be what everyone has been telling you from the beginning--do your research first and don't this, 6 week old dog. The message I'm hearing here is, "I'm going to ignore everything you all have told me and do what I want anyway, so deal with it and help me out anyway." Ha. I agree with cj--public forum, hot topic = if you don't want comments, don't post. |
Just to add, the problem is not that your dog will be alone for so long during the day, and it's not that places aren't willing to take him. If you want to fix the situation, then look at what the real problem is--the fact that you are getting a 6 week old dog to begin with. There are no "best options" in that siutation. The "best option" is the one you continue to ignore. Perhaps waiting until your school schedule allows more time with a dog would be a good idea. |
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There are so many types of pet services out there, the thing is finding them, either through your vet or other breeders. I know that there is a Surregate Mother Service. A service offered to breeders that have lost their mom. They can take the new born pup(s) to a mother that has had a small litter or has just lost her litter. She nurses them until they are able to be weaned. Great service, really makes sure the pups get proper mother's nutrition and it sure saves the breeder from those round the clock feedings. |
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I hope that if you have a sitter come in, you make sure that they wash their hands, really well, and wipe there shoes, I would even suggest an apron or something, if they are going from dog sit to dog sit... I hope you can find a breeder in your area to help you, I think the international border puts me to far to help. I wish you the best! Please be prepared for the worst. |
I would much rather have someone come into my home to take care of my pets bc the dogs are more comfortable in their own home and less likely to pick up diseases from other dogs. Also your dog will be less stressed out. |
I think regardless of where you live, $12 is very inexpensive for a petsitter visit for someone to drive to your home, feed/water/play with your pets for 30-45 minutes and to provide peace of mind. The cost of veterinary care will greatly exceed these costs if the dog gets sick due to all the various issues raised by other posters. Good luck. |
The breeder does not have the time or money to take care of this little one. She has 2 kids that are very young around this little boy. I dont have kids...my fiancee alone makes alone 6 figures and so we def have the money to take care of him fully..unlike her. If you have anything else negative to say about me getting this pup I will put you on my block list so I dont have to hear you anymore. You dont know the situation so just hush your mouth. You continue repeating yourself and nothing is going to change so stop wasting your time and just go away. I am here for advice FOR THE PUP!!! Not to hear you when you dont even know the situation. Thank you to the people that are giving me good advice...much appreciate it :) |
I think it is great you gave YT another chance. You are on the right track. If you were in CA near me I would watch your little one for free! I hope it all works out well and your fur baby becomes as important to you as mine are to me :) |
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