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Roll Tide386 · 10-07-2013, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by bjh

Paris is a cutie. She seems to like having her picture taken. I hope she does well for you.

Thank you so much we are excited to meet her!!

bjh · 10-07-2013, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Roll Tide386

Where can I find Nautical ?

You can get Nutri-cal from Petsmart or Petco or order it online from RevivalAnimalHealth.com.

Roll Tide386 · 10-07-2013, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by bjh

You can get Nutri-cal from Petsmart or Petco or order it online from RevivalAnimalHealth.com.

Thank you again very much

how do you administer it and would you recommend a small amount with every feeding ?

Carmeow · 10-07-2013, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Roll Tide386

Thank you again very much

how do you administer it and would you recommend a small amount with every feeding ?

It's like a paste, you can put a little on your finger and let her lick it off. In the event that she has a hypoglycemic episode (low blood sugar) you would rub it directly onto the roof of her mouth. She is very young to be going to a new home so you should give her the nutrical if she is seeming sluggish, shivering, not eating well, after a long period of play, etc. Check her gums frequently. You want them to be pink. If they are pale, that's another reason to give nutrical and make sure she is drinking water. Keep the room she stays in warm and I agree about setting up an exercise pen for her, even if only when your 4 year old is around.

About Wellness Small-Breed puppy, that is what I feed my Rosie. She is 9 months old now but I have kept her on the puppy formula because it is supposed to support growth of puppies/nursing moms and she is very small. I don't know if it's the food or she was just born to be small, but I find the food does not seem to be helping her grow/gain weight. The kibble size is nice and small, it never upsets her tummy, and she doesn't have any tear staining with it.

yorkiefan_ · 10-07-2013, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by bjh

You can get Nutri-cal from Petsmart or Petco or order it online from RevivalAnimalHealth.com.

I had to get it from a local petstore; my Petsmart only carried some off-brand that they said was equivalent to Nutri-Cal, but I figured I'd rather just get the real stuff.

Roll Tide386 · 10-07-2013, 06:06 PM

Wow thank yall so much can I say thank you too much !!

Roll Tide386 · 10-07-2013, 06:17 PM

My girlfriend has heard there was something you could give your dog to help there poop not stink as much. Is this a food or supplement or just a myth ?

wemple2 · 10-07-2013, 06:43 PM

I do want to welcome you to YorkieTalk, I'm sure by now you have figured out just how passionate we are about this breed and of course our own furbabies. My best advise is to read, read and read some more. There is always something new to learn.
I know everyone says pups should remain with their mom's until at least 12 weeks old. But I got both of my guys at 8 weeks and they both turned out well. As long as you are consistent and persistent with the potty training and feeding schedule, I think you'll do fine. Remember, when you bring her home do not immediately put her down on the floor, instead take her to where ever you want her to potty in the future, whether that is a potty pad or outside is up to you. Make sure she does potty and that you praise her and give a little treat. She will want to get that same reaction from you again and again. Her goal in life will be to please you...make it happen. You and she will be so much happier once she's properly trained. Good luck and please share your stories of her with us.

yorkiefan_ · 10-07-2013, 06:57 PM

The praise you give your pup for going potty in the correct spot should be very enthusiastic too. I make such a big deal out of Cookie's poops and pees when she does them outside. I'll tell her she's going pee outside just like the big girls, I'll enthusiastically tell her "that's a good one!" when she makes a pee or poop outdoors, sometimes I'll go running in excitement and she'll come chasing, and most of all, any outdoor pee or poop is rewarded with outdoor playtime unless it's raining, 100 degrees, or night. You never want your pup to think going pee is the end of the outdoor fun, so don't take them in right after a pee or poop unless they specifically requrest it. I also use the command "go pee". I started it when she was in the middle of actually pooping/peeing, and now she knows exactly what I mean when I tell her to, and usually complies.

All in all, you want it to feel really good for her to go in the prescribed area. Since your pup will be 8 weeks and won't have her shots, she isn't ready for the outdoors and should probably first be trained on pee pads. Yorkies can be quite difficult to potty train, and that first month or two you're going to really have to keep a hawkeye on your pup to try to limit accidents.

I love the pics by the way. Yorkies are just so loving and sweet, and so full of both innocent and mischievous energy. My yorkie Cookie brings so much light into my life just like my previous yorkie Minnie did. After having two just spectacular yorkies I don't think I could go back to any other breed.

yorkiefan_ · 10-07-2013, 07:10 PM

Oh yeah, make your pup sleep in a crate or in a playpen so she can't get into trouble. She'll probably cry like hell that first night in the crate with the saddest whines, but you can't give in.

Roll Tide386 · 10-07-2013, 07:11 PM

Great advice on potty training and praising !! I will surly use the advice Im getting and have learned so much !!

Dukie Baby · 10-08-2013, 10:46 AM

Welcome to YT and congratulations on the new addition to your family! Paris is a cutie!

I feed Cooper Wellness SuperMix 5 for small breed puppies and he LOVES it! The kibble is the perfect size for their little mouths, and his poop is always firm. We had an issue when he was on Royal Canine which is one of the reasons we switched foods.

Good luck and enjoy!

Roll Tide386 · 10-08-2013, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Dukie Baby

Welcome to YT and congratulations on the new addition to your family! Paris is a cutie!

I feed Cooper Wellness SuperMix 5 for small breed puppies and he LOVES it! The kibble is the perfect size for their little mouths, and his poop is always firm. We had an issue when he was on Royal Canine which is one of the reasons we switched foods.

Good luck and enjoy!

Thank you very much.

Roll Tide386 · 10-15-2013, 09:46 AM

Ok we are two days away from getting our little Paris. I have picked up Nutri-Cal, dog pen, chew toys, no tear shampoo, blue buffalo puppy training treats, pee pads, brush and comb and a small bag of the food our breeder has Paris n. What else would yall suggest and any last min pointers. Thank yall so much for all your help we are looking forward to meeting our little girl.

ColesMommy01 · 10-15-2013, 09:55 AM

Woohoo! Another Tennessean! My folks stay in Germantown right outside of Memphis

. If you can I would ask the breeder for a blanket or stuffed animal that has Paris' mother's smell or littermates smell. If you live close to your breeder you could buy the blankie and drop it off there

10-07-2013, 06:43 PM	#23
wemple2 Wee Winston Wiggles Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kewanee, Illinois Posts: 9,666	I do want to welcome you to YorkieTalk, I'm sure by now you have figured out just how passionate we are about this breed and of course our own furbabies. My best advise is to read, read and read some more. There is always something new to learn. I know everyone says pups should remain with their mom's until at least 12 weeks old. But I got both of my guys at 8 weeks and they both turned out well. As long as you are consistent and persistent with the potty training and feeding schedule, I think you'll do fine. Remember, when you bring her home do not immediately put her down on the floor, instead take her to where ever you want her to potty in the future, whether that is a potty pad or outside is up to you. Make sure she does potty and that you praise her and give a little treat. She will want to get that same reaction from you again and again. Her goal in life will be to please you...make it happen. You and she will be so much happier once she's properly trained. Good luck and please share your stories of her with us. __________________ As Ever, Kathy Intruducing Bentley Winston and Spencer: RIP My Sweet Angels

10-07-2013, 06:57 PM	#24
yorkiefan_ I ♥ my Cookie Monster! Donating Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: South Texas Posts: 3,009	The praise you give your pup for going potty in the correct spot should be very enthusiastic too. I make such a big deal out of Cookie's poops and pees when she does them outside. I'll tell her she's going pee outside just like the big girls, I'll enthusiastically tell her "that's a good one!" when she makes a pee or poop outdoors, sometimes I'll go running in excitement and she'll come chasing, and most of all, any outdoor pee or poop is rewarded with outdoor playtime unless it's raining, 100 degrees, or night. You never want your pup to think going pee is the end of the outdoor fun, so don't take them in right after a pee or poop unless they specifically requrest it. I also use the command "go pee". I started it when she was in the middle of actually pooping/peeing, and now she knows exactly what I mean when I tell her to, and usually complies. All in all, you want it to feel really good for her to go in the prescribed area. Since your pup will be 8 weeks and won't have her shots, she isn't ready for the outdoors and should probably first be trained on pee pads. Yorkies can be quite difficult to potty train, and that first month or two you're going to really have to keep a hawkeye on your pup to try to limit accidents. I love the pics by the way. Yorkies are just so loving and sweet, and so full of both innocent and mischievous energy. My yorkie Cookie brings so much light into my life just like my previous yorkie Minnie did. After having two just spectacular yorkies I don't think I could go back to any other breed. __________________ Cookie ;;; RIP Minnie Last edited by yorkiefan_; 10-07-2013 at 07:00 PM.

10-07-2013, 07:10 PM	#25
yorkiefan_ I ♥ my Cookie Monster! Donating Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: South Texas Posts: 3,009	Oh yeah, make your pup sleep in a crate or in a playpen so she can't get into trouble. She'll probably cry like hell that first night in the crate with the saddest whines, but you can't give in. __________________ Cookie ;;; RIP Minnie

10-08-2013, 10:46 AM	#27
Dukie Baby Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 104	Welcome to YT and congratulations on the new addition to your family! Paris is a cutie! I feed Cooper Wellness SuperMix 5 for small breed puppies and he LOVES it! The kibble is the perfect size for their little mouths, and his poop is always firm. We had an issue when he was on Royal Canine which is one of the reasons we switched foods. Good luck and enjoy! __________________ Cooper and Maria -- we love and miss you, Dukie

10-07-2013, 06:06 PM	#21
Roll Tide386 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Soddy Daisy Tn Posts: 23	Wow thank yall so much can I say thank you too much !!

10-07-2013, 06:17 PM	#22
Roll Tide386 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Soddy Daisy Tn Posts: 23	My girlfriend has heard there was something you could give your dog to help there poop not stink as much. Is this a food or supplement or just a myth ?

10-07-2013, 07:11 PM	#26
Roll Tide386 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Soddy Daisy Tn Posts: 23	Great advice on potty training and praising !! I will surly use the advice Im getting and have learned so much !!

10-15-2013, 09:46 AM	#29
Roll Tide386 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Soddy Daisy Tn Posts: 23	Ok we are two days away from getting our little Paris. I have picked up Nutri-Cal, dog pen, chew toys, no tear shampoo, blue buffalo puppy training treats, pee pads, brush and comb and a small bag of the food our breeder has Paris n. What else would yall suggest and any last min pointers. Thank yall so much for all your help we are looking forward to meeting our little girl.

10-15-2013, 09:55 AM	#30
ColesMommy01 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: where there's no good sushi Posts: 1,423 Blog Entries: 1	Woohoo! Another Tennessean! My folks stay in Germantown right outside of Memphis . If you can I would ask the breeder for a blanket or stuffed animal that has Paris' mother's smell or littermates smell. If you live close to your breeder you could buy the blankie and drop it off there