Getting excited

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 09:57

We have worked hard today... blocked all under our deck off with pet wire... now the cat has the Sh&T's becuase he cant get under there lol.... we have a new gate on the side...
puppy proofing is hard work !

I have ordered my 36" Large crate... plastic floor and divider... clip on water bottle ( what do u think of these?)

not buying her any bedding as yet... we have a million kids blankets.. I am sure she will get a barbie, Doro or princess one in 5 mins flat from my girls

My clicker is in the mail, as is her doggy tag and xmas outfit...

now all we have to do is wait... and wait and wait.. another 20 days!!!

by **gem** Sun Dec 05 2010, 10:00

Awww a new puppy how exciting !!!!!

by **janey** Sun Dec 05 2010, 10:05

Sounds like you have evrythhing in order, 20 days will fly by x

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 10:08

I really am like a child waiting for Santa to come.... it is going so slow

I know it will start to fly by becuase I am not ready for xmas and my salon will be crazy busy in the coming weeks so that will help the time fly past too..
I hope!

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 12:13

So, you're so nearly ready!

Re: the water bottle. I don't bother with one because all they seem to do is get the bedding wet! My pooch isn't in his crate long enough to need to have a drink (except at night, when he's so deeply asleep that he doesn't even dream about water!). But his water bowl always has fresh water in it so as soon as he comes out he can get there in about 2 seconds!

If you're housetraining a pup then water in its crate will make it harder, as it will want to pee more!

by **Tys mummy** Sun Dec 05 2010, 12:32

Aww puppies for christmas how cute I hope all goes well for you and mum the next 20 days will fly by!

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 15:04

Caryll wrote:So, you're so nearly ready!

Re: the water bottle. I don't bother with one because all they seem to do is get the bedding wet! My pooch isn't in his crate long enough to need to have a drink (except at night, when he's so deeply asleep that he doesn't even dream about water!). But his water bowl always has fresh water in it so as soon as he comes out he can get there in about 2 seconds!

If you're housetraining a pup then water in its crate will make it harder, as it will want to pee more!

same as above

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 16:04

Exciting times. That will be me next year when Blue is over 2 years old. Im excited and I have a year to wait lol so I bet you can't wait

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 22:29

Ok thanks I didnt think about the house breaking and added water... thanks for the tip
I sure hope my puppy likes her crate.. it doesnt look so appealing to me at the moment lol.. But i guess she will learn to love it as her own little house

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 22:33

When you're not used to using a crate, it'll look strange & even a little cruel. But after a while you'll wonder how you ever managed without one & so will your pup! Laughing

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 22:40

My Husband cracked it when i told him I have ordered one...
he ranted and raved that no dog of his was being locked in a cage blah blah blah.....
I made him read a heap of articles and then "HE" decided it would be a great idea pmsl...

I also dont want her chewing up my very expensive leather lounge or my out door settings.. this house aint very "home alone" friendly..
although we are trying to puppy proof....
we are telling them kids to stop leaving their stuff outside...
"why they asked"..

I told them
" now that daddy has blocked off under the house and deck.. the feral cats will come and wee on our thongs( flip flops) and our towel and googles and anything else you leave around the pool and yard (garden) so funny you shoudl have seen them clean it up.
good habbit to get into before Holly comes home.

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 23:20

Mel Skora wrote:the feral cats will come and wee on our thongs( flip flops)

I'm glad you added 'flip flops'.............over here, thongs are totally different things!! Laughing

by **janey** Sun Dec 05 2010, 23:22

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 23:24

Awwww! getting a pup is so exciting! Smile

lol .. i didnt no i was getting vinnie, he was bought for me as a suprise so i literally was suprised at like 5pm and by 6pm i was down pets at home buying all his stuff lol! ... so good to be organised ha

by Guest Sun Dec 05 2010, 23:35

PMSL.. Yeah I know THongs are undies.... lol... She better not chew any of those up lol
My kids are shockers for "dumping" their crap all over my deck...
I have told Hubby that Holly aint getting into trouble if they leave their crap everywhere.. it might teach them to pick their stuff up too.

I like to be suprised too,... but i also wanted to be 100% prepaired for Holly.. becuase like I have said I dont want to make huge mistakes with her.
I want her to be a part of the family in every way.
camping, beach, park, bike riding etc,
I even plan on a car trip every morning to drop the kids off,.

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 00:26

car trips are great started young Smile

vinnie loves the car now lol

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 06:53

The younger the better with the car rides.
Do dogs get car sick?.My kids school is only 5 mins drive so i would think that would be a good regular thing for her to get used to the car almost daily ?.

by **janey** Mon Dec 06 2010, 08:09

Yep, dogs can get car sick, just short journeys to begin with and build it slowly, it'll be fine x

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 10:36

dont even talk to me about car journeys!!! Crying or Very sad

Ever since kaos was 11 weeks old we have been taking him out in the car for short car journeys to get him used to it but even now at 6 months he will always be sick and very slobbery! x

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 10:56

EEEEEEEEEEeeewww blaze666 you poor thing

I suffered bad as a child... so i can understand poor Kaos lol

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 11:04

Milly loves the car now but she was sick when we picked her up and then after her second injection which was really bad as I was on my own and on the motorway so Milly thought she would clean up for me and decided to eat it I dont want to s

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 11:41

MILLY-MOO wrote:so Milly thought she would clean up for me and decided to eat it

Eeeeeuuuwwwww! I wish they wouldn't do that!

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 11:44

omg that is gross...
did she do a good job lol

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 11:57

its sick they throw up and before its hit the floor there already trying to wolf it back up.
you couldnt leave a staffy after being sick to get stuff to clean it up. as there will be no trace by the time you get back

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 11:59

bigwazza wrote:its sick they throw up and before its hit the floor there already trying to wolf it back up.
you couldnt leave a staffy after being sick to get stuff to clean it up. as there will be no trace by the time you get back

think it's cos of that no taste thing. Still yet to see Blue let a piece of food hit the sides

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 12:01

So your telling me I wont have another fussy eater?.. my mums Maltese would only eat BBQ... and it had to be fresh! cost her $$$$

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 12:03

i wouldnt say that but you can bet they like what they souldnt lol

by Guest Mon Dec 06 2010, 12:05

As long as she loves her dry food I will be a happy mummy

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 12:10

Not long to go now!!

You won't be able to sleep..............

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 12:14

No it is getting closer. I tried to visit this week but the breeder had dance concerts with her daughter.. She said I could visit tomorrow but I have the kids home from school now... so unless i get a few hours off and they are with my mum I wont be able to see her till xmas eve.
She is sending some more pics thru tomorrow Smile

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 12:19

Mel Skora wrote:We have worked hard today... blocked all under our deck off with pet wire... now the cat has the Sh&T's becuase he cant get under there lol.... we have a new gate on the side...
puppy proofing is hard work !

I have ordered my 36" Large crate... plastic floor and divider... clip on water bottle ( what do u think of these?)

great to hear you are dedicated crates are great to use but i would definatly of suggest the metal tray at the bottom may be a little colder but unchewable but like you said you have lots blankets, but not to worry im sure if it comes to that then you can get a replacement tray.

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 12:21

Mel Skora wrote:So your telling me I wont have another fussy eater?.. my mums Maltese would only eat BBQ... and it had to be fresh! cost her $$$$

lmao your mums off her head giving in should of made her go without food for a day or so she would soon eat what she is given lol

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 12:27

Mel Skora wrote:So your telling me I wont have another fussy eater?.. my mums Maltese would only eat BBQ... and it had to be fresh! cost her $$$$

Dempsey eats raw ox heart & absolutely loves it. The only time I change it is when he gets a little offal once ot twice a week.

The trick is not to keep swapping your dog's food around - once you find something it likes & it does well on, stick to it. If she starts to get a little fussy, leave a meal out & she'll soon tuck in next time!

Mel Skora wrote:
She is sending some more pics thru tomorrow

Don't forget to post them here!!

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 12:53

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Awwww how cute... I just opened my package I got today Smile

$6.99 off Ebay... worth the wait. Smile

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 13:02

Oh, that's cute!

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 13:04

You think she will be ok if we dress her in it?... or wait and just put her in it for pics?
what you think..... Honestly?

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 13:07

I'd just dress her in it for pics - she's gonna be a little nervous with the new surroundings as it is. You don't want to upset her too much.

by **janey** Tue Dec 14 2010, 13:08

Mine wore a santa suit, but I didn't leave it on for long!

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 13:15

Ok just pics it is... I cant wait for the kids to see her... they are just going to love her forever...
I will be sure to get some great pics of her in the santa dress.. you never know I could win a comp with them lol
she is such a cuite..... ahhhhhh i am in love at first sight..

by Guest Tue Dec 14 2010, 21:02

Morning all,....
9 more sleeps.. as i wont be sleeping xmas eve with a new puppy pmsl
<:-P

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