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desaree · 11-17-2008, 06:58 AM

Ill be bringing my new puppy home in a few weeks, and im trying to get everything she needs before I bring her home. I just don’t know what kind of play pen is the best.

HELP!
Should I use a "normal" baby play pen, a metal play pen that I can attach her crate to, or the cloth type puppy play pen?

Also, what are the best items to have for your new puppy? You know a "Must Have"!!
Thanks for any help you can give me!!

marcerella02 · 11-17-2008, 07:32 AM

i like the plastic kind- you can get them at petsmart- or a baby store- but i don't think you need one unless you are leaving her during the day- in which case i'd put her crate in the play pen with pee pads- food/water and a few toys. Otherwise- i have a play pen and have never used it....

hugz4all4 · 11-17-2008, 08:25 AM

I just brought my little guy home on friday and at this time I have him in a old pack and play. I had him in a metal crate and he hated it. He screamed and screamed, once I set up the playpen he was happier, he still whines some when I put him in it, but he hasnt screamed. lol. I have a soft sided crate that I leave the front flap velcroed up so he can go in and out to sleep, his food, and toys in there with him. I dont have a pee pad in there with him because 1) he refuses to use them

and 2) I dont want him pottying in there, I do have his pee pads set up in my bathroom where I carry him and set him down on them but he likes to go outside.

pookiebear · 11-17-2008, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by hugz4all4

I just brought my little guy home on friday and at this time I have him in a old pack and play. I had him in a metal crate and he hated it. He screamed and screamed, once I set up the playpen he was happier, he still whines some when I put him in it, but he hasnt screamed. lol. I have a soft sided crate that I leave the front flap velcroed up so he can go in and out to sleep, his food, and toys in there with him. I dont have a pee pad in there with him because 1) he refuses to use them

and 2) I dont want him pottying in there, I do have his pee pads set up in my bathroom where I carry him and set him down on them but he likes to go outside.

Same here. None of mine would tolerate being crated. I know I was the problem. I didn't stick with it. But with Bella, who goes with me to work every day, I bought her a Pack and Play from Walmart. I have her in it with me here at work. She stays in it most of the day except for potty breaks and a couple of exercise breaks during the day. She did try to climb the mesh one time, but I told her "NO" and she didn't try again. I like the playpen idea, even for home it would be nice.

jacquelinebabco · 11-17-2008, 10:04 AM

I bought a plastic pen at Alldogfurniture.com. I absolutely love it. It is 3x3 by about 24 inches high. It has four sides that have pins that easily slide in and out to fold it up. I couldn't live without it. It is in the living room and I put a plastic table cloth under it along with dog pads to protect the hardwood floor. It is a great place to put him when I want to know exactly what he is doing and to keep him out of trouble for a while. It has a door in the front you can open and did I say "I love it"?

Rae Rae · 11-17-2008, 10:47 AM

I have this one and love it! Pet Yard Containment Pen - Exercise Pens - Crates & Kennels - PetSmart

I bought it at Meijers though (in the baby section) and saved about $30.

nneessaa · 11-17-2008, 02:32 PM

I believe it is a matter of personal preference. All the gates will do essentially the same thing; contain your dog while you are out. I believe crating is better as long as you get a comfy crate bed and give them a long walk before leaving. That is my opinion, and other people will say the pen gives more room. Currently I use a pen for the Yorkie I'm having a trial session with because I don't want to spend $65 ($50 for crate and $15 for bed) on a crate if I won't keep it. I had a pen from my rabbit.

If you decide to go with the pen, I think the Precision ones coated with black look the best. Be sure to have toys, food, water, and pee pads in the exercise pen (if you leave for long times in the day). If you have the time it is probably best to crate train her for now because she probably won't be potty trained when you get her.

Let's see.. must haves.. here goes! Crate or exercise pen, pee pads, toys, food, food/water bowls (stainless steel or ceramic), place mat?, a few beds, toys, harness, leash, ID tags, toys, treats, and don't forget the toys!! Hehe

.

Vanessa

Breyli · 11-17-2008, 02:43 PM

I got a plastic play-yard playpen for Breyli. I hearts it. I actually purchased two. One for my house and one for back home when Breyli and I visit my mum.

shorebound · 11-17-2008, 03:33 PM

This is what I bought I havent tried it yet ( my puppy comes Friday) well except for when my kids have been playing puppy in it....lol

Iris CI-604 Commercial Grade Plastic Pen
Other Iris products

73 Reviews
5 star: (49)
4 star: (13)
3 star: (7)
2 star: (2)
1 star: (2)

See all 73 customer reviews...

(73 customer reviews)

Amazon.com: Iris CI-604 Commercial Grade Plastic...

MyYorkieDaisy · 11-17-2008, 10:39 PM

When I first got my puppy, I didn't want to leave her in a crate, so I bought an Exercise Pen, put 3 potty pads in the back end of it, her bed in the middle, and her food and water on the side. I think this is a better alternative to a crate because since they are still little puppies, they may need to relieve themselves in the middle of the night. But always change potty pads daily if you decide to use them. And don't forget to praise your puppy when you catch he/she using the potty pad. Hope this helps!

jacquelinebabco · 11-19-2008, 10:22 AM

This is the same pen I purchased from all pet furniture and just couldn't live without it.

desaree · 11-19-2008, 11:06 AM

I just wanted to thank everyone for all your suggestions; I’ve decided to get the playpen, exercise pen and a crate. Im sure Daisy will let me know what she prefers!

My boyfriend is forever laughing at me, he said if im this worried about getting everything ready for a puppy he’s afraid to see how ill act once we have children.

Lol Anyway, thank you all again for the much needed help! Ill have pictures posted soon. They changed my pick up date; I get to bring her home on Monday! I can’t wait!!

SRD · 11-20-2008, 08:10 AM

anyone has an idea where to get a play pen with a seethrough roof? my girls could always manage to get out with the plastic type, and the metal type will probably scrach my floor.

desaree · 11-20-2008, 08:28 AM

Try
Dog Supplies, Cat, Pet Supplies, Dog Beds, Dog Fences, Pet Fence
I saw net tops and sun blocking tops. hope this helps!

desaree · 11-20-2008, 08:31 AM

Go to dog crates, then dog pens there should be something at the bottom of the page.

11-17-2008, 06:58 AM	#1
desaree Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: PA Posts: 130	New Play Pen.......Im clueless!!!!!!!!! Ill be bringing my new puppy home in a few weeks, and im trying to get everything she needs before I bring her home. I just don’t know what kind of play pen is the best. HELP! Should I use a "normal" baby play pen, a metal play pen that I can attach her crate to, or the cloth type puppy play pen? Also, what are the best items to have for your new puppy? You know a "Must Have"!! Thanks for any help you can give me!!

11-17-2008, 07:32 AM	#2
marcerella02 Loved by Layla Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 11,257	i like the plastic kind- you can get them at petsmart- or a baby store- but i don't think you need one unless you are leaving her during the day- in which case i'd put her crate in the play pen with pee pads- food/water and a few toys. Otherwise- i have a play pen and have never used it.... __________________ http://misscanam.blogspot.com/ Layla 's Simon

11-17-2008, 08:25 AM	#3
hugz4all4 YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: upstate NY Posts: 2,114 Blog Entries: 1	I just brought my little guy home on friday and at this time I have him in a old pack and play. I had him in a metal crate and he hated it. He screamed and screamed, once I set up the playpen he was happier, he still whines some when I put him in it, but he hasnt screamed. lol. I have a soft sided crate that I leave the front flap velcroed up so he can go in and out to sleep, his food, and toys in there with him. I dont have a pee pad in there with him because 1) he refuses to use them and 2) I dont want him pottying in there, I do have his pee pads set up in my bathroom where I carry him and set him down on them but he likes to go outside. __________________ Love all 9 of my furrbutts!

11-17-2008, 10:04 AM	#5
jacquelinebabco Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: hannacroix,ny Posts: 1,364	play pen I bought a plastic pen at Alldogfurniture.com. I absolutely love it. It is 3x3 by about 24 inches high. It has four sides that have pins that easily slide in and out to fold it up. I couldn't live without it. It is in the living room and I put a plastic table cloth under it along with dog pads to protect the hardwood floor. It is a great place to put him when I want to know exactly what he is doing and to keep him out of trouble for a while. It has a door in the front you can open and did I say "I love it"?

11-17-2008, 10:47 AM	#6
Rae Rae YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 4,823	I have this one and love it! Pet Yard Containment Pen - Exercise Pens - Crates & Kennels - PetSmart I bought it at Meijers though (in the baby section) and saved about $30. __________________ Owned by Rocky and Bella

11-17-2008, 02:32 PM	#7
nneessaa YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cupertino, CA, USA Posts: 516	I believe it is a matter of personal preference. All the gates will do essentially the same thing; contain your dog while you are out. I believe crating is better as long as you get a comfy crate bed and give them a long walk before leaving. That is my opinion, and other people will say the pen gives more room. Currently I use a pen for the Yorkie I'm having a trial session with because I don't want to spend $65 ($50 for crate and $15 for bed) on a crate if I won't keep it. I had a pen from my rabbit. If you decide to go with the pen, I think the Precision ones coated with black look the best. Be sure to have toys, food, water, and pee pads in the exercise pen (if you leave for long times in the day). If you have the time it is probably best to crate train her for now because she probably won't be potty trained when you get her. Let's see.. must haves.. here goes! Crate or exercise pen, pee pads, toys, food, food/water bowls (stainless steel or ceramic), place mat?, a few beds, toys, harness, leash, ID tags, toys, treats, and don't forget the toys!! Hehe . Vanessa

11-17-2008, 02:43 PM	#8
Breyli Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 175	I got a plastic play-yard playpen for Breyli. I hearts it. I actually purchased two. One for my house and one for back home when Breyli and I visit my mum.

11-17-2008, 03:33 PM	#9
shorebound BANNED! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: New Jersey Posts: 72	This is what I bought I havent tried it yet ( my puppy comes Friday) well except for when my kids have been playing puppy in it....lol Iris CI-604 Commercial Grade Plastic Pen Other Iris products 73 Reviews 5 star: (49) 4 star: (13) 3 star: (7) 2 star: (2) 1 star: (2) See all 73 customer reviews... (73 customer reviews) Amazon.com: Iris CI-604 Commercial Grade Plastic...

11-17-2008, 10:39 PM	#10
MyYorkieDaisy Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: CA, USA Posts: 39	When I first got my puppy, I didn't want to leave her in a crate, so I bought an Exercise Pen, put 3 potty pads in the back end of it, her bed in the middle, and her food and water on the side. I think this is a better alternative to a crate because since they are still little puppies, they may need to relieve themselves in the middle of the night. But always change potty pads daily if you decide to use them. And don't forget to praise your puppy when you catch he/she using the potty pad. Hope this helps!

11-19-2008, 10:22 AM	#11
jacquelinebabco Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: hannacroix,ny Posts: 1,364	play pen This is the same pen I purchased from all pet furniture and just couldn't live without it.

11-19-2008, 11:06 AM	#12
desaree Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: PA Posts: 130	I just wanted to thank everyone for all your suggestions; I’ve decided to get the playpen, exercise pen and a crate. Im sure Daisy will let me know what she prefers! My boyfriend is forever laughing at me, he said if im this worried about getting everything ready for a puppy he’s afraid to see how ill act once we have children. Lol Anyway, thank you all again for the much needed help! Ill have pictures posted soon. They changed my pick up date; I get to bring her home on Monday! I can’t wait!!

11-20-2008, 08:10 AM	#13
SRD Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Orlando Posts: 490	anyone has an idea where to get a play pen with a seethrough roof? my girls could always manage to get out with the plastic type, and the metal type will probably scrach my floor.

11-20-2008, 08:28 AM	#14
desaree Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: PA Posts: 130	Try Dog Supplies, Cat, Pet Supplies, Dog Beds, Dog Fences, Pet Fence I saw net tops and sun blocking tops. hope this helps!

11-20-2008, 08:31 AM	#15
desaree Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: PA Posts: 130	Go to dog crates, then dog pens there should be something at the bottom of the page.