New Yorkie. HELP

[Bitsy]

Originally Posted by KazzyK810

I don't get the whole nutrical push. I understand why you should have it on hand, especially with very small yorkie pups, but I don't believe it should be given if not needed.

Brakbrak...I'd ask your vet whether he/she believes nutrical is needed for your puppy.

While I've had nutrical on hand when I got each of my pups, neither of them had issues with low blood sugar, so I have never had need to use it.

I did suggest Brakbrak ask the vet. You had Nutrical on hand, Brakbrak doesn't...the symptoms pointed to low blood sugar which is why I suggested Nutrical.

[Baby Teddy]

Originally Posted by brakbrak

Hi, actually he just got vet checked before i got him and he was scheduled to go back a month from prolly last week for his booster,examination and consultation. is it normal for him not to bark at all?Thanks

Teddy didn't bark at first either...he was a quiet little guy. His first bark was actually almost a squeek! Lets just say he has now found his voice...especially when he hears people in the hall way. Enjoy the quiet while you can

[brakbrak]

Hi guys, my little toby is feeling so much better now, he ate abit which made me really happy, and for the last few hours he always asks me to put him on my lap,is that a good or bad habit?
Thanks

[Bitsy]

Originally Posted by brakbrak

Hi guys, my little toby is feeling so much better now, he ate abit which made me really happy, and for the last few hours he always asks me to put him on my lap,is that a good or bad habit?
Thanks

So glad he is doing well and eating. I think it is a great thing if he wants to be in your lap! Really good for building a relationship!

[DJDB]

As far as barking, it seems to take some time for them to "find their voice". I believe Oz was about 5 or 6 months old before he learned he could talk! We got him to bark by teaching the "speak" command.

[brakbrak]

Guys .. Thanks alot for your supports,ive discovered the problem after once again talking to the previous owner. He was just acting up because he didnt really like the changes. I put the food in front of him and he was eating like crazy!!lool am so happy.

[imdll]

Originally Posted by brakbrak

Guys .. Thanks alot for your supports,ive discovered the problem after once again talking to the previous owner. He was just acting up because he didnt really like the changes. I put the food in front of him and he was eating like crazy!!lool am so happy.

Congratulations on your new little one! Lots to learn and there are loads of members here with tons of experience. The best advice is to read, read, read.

I got my little Lu this past Easter when she was 16 months old. She went on a hunger strike and mourned loosing her other family etc. It took some time for her to completely settle in and come out of her shell but she is very well adjusted and happy now.

It sounds like you new little one is starting to relax a little bit already. Read and learn lots so you can make informed and educated decisons about your puppy's health etc. but don't make yourself crazy trying to learn everything all at once. Have fun and enjoy the process of getting to know your new little companion.

[brakbrak]

Once again, thanks alot guys!
I have another problem my dog is as lovely as ever, but theres this one problem, he only wants to sleep on my lap most of the time, i gave him 3 different types of toys and he would just bite em and not play with em, is this normal?
Thanks

[DJDB]

I suggest you get a few good books on puppies/dogs. I recommend anything by Cesar Millan, but I know others will have some good suggestions, too. There are also some good stickies on this site that give info about the puppy stages.

Remember, a yorkie is going to be different than, say, a lab or some other bigger dog. They require A LOT of attention and they do want to basically be glued to you. If we are home, Oz is right with us, everywhere and anywhere. He sleeps in our bed, he's always on someone's lap, or he's playing with us or sitting right in front of us chewing on his things. We go outside with him. It really is like having a constant small child. I think the "clingy" behaviour is pretty typical, although, YES, I'm sure some are more independent.