new puppy advice

[kiwiekat]

Hi, I got a puppy a day ago. He is 8 weeks old, and not shy with people. However, he doesn't seem to like wandering around...he'd rather stay in his crate. I have never owned a dog before, so I don't know if I should find it weird that he's not excercising.

 

[Kristi1]

Hi, I got a puppy a day ago. He is 8 weeks old, and not shy with people. However, he doesn't seem to like wandering around...he'd rather stay in his crate. I have never owned a dog before, so I don't know if I should find it weird that he's not excercising.

awe how cute, he is just a baby and more than likey still misses his mother. Just show him unconditional love and he will do that is return in all his years ahead with you sweetie..

*God gave us Animals to love us. Most animals love their keepers Unconditionally. God Loves Us Unconditionally too, Thanks so Much To God, Jesus & Holy Spirit!


Love,

MsGuidedAngel
AKA
KristiAnn

 

[Godsgirl481]

Hi, I got a puppy a day ago. He is 8 weeks old, and not shy with people. However, he doesn't seem to like wandering around...he'd rather stay in his crate. I have never owned a dog before, so I don't know if I should find it weird that he's not excercising.

Give him a little time and a little space to adjust. He will venture out on his own to explore...he is just a little scared. He is a little guy in a big world...and in a brand new home. Keep his crate his safe place....put blankets in there...puppies like to be all wrapped up in blankets...and keep his food near his crate. After about a week...if he doesn't seem to be exploring...move his food bowl a little further from the crate...and each week move it furter. He will be force to come out and eventually will be fine with everything

 

[kiwiekat]

Oh I have another question...my puppy tends to whine at night, and he's afraid of the vacuum cleaner....should I leave him alone or stay with him, in order to overcome his fear?

Thanks for the advice! God bless~

 

[bubblegirl23]

I have a 9mth puppy so I've just gone through some of this.

Firstly if he's whining at night I ask where you keep him. Little puppy has been taken away from his loved ones & you should be replacing that. Let him outside for a wee before he goes to bed and put him on your bed or his bed next to yours. Don't put him to bed before you go because he'll want to keep your routine. Dogs like routine the most. Feed him when you eat & put him to bed when you go. And ALWAYS take him out to the toilet after he eats! It's the way nature works. Don't let him back in until he does something & give him praise.

The point of him not walking causes me interest. Have you seen him walk correctly? My little one was very sick & sleepy but she still walked around. Entice him out with food and check he's mobile.

Lastly don't leave him in the one place. If he wants to stay in bed, take the bed around with you to the room you're mainly occupying. This will teach him he belongs at your side. Most importantly begin to clip his nails. Every two weeks just take off a tiny bit. The point is to get him comfortable with this. If he's a dog that needs grooming begin this also. The rules you set now will set out how he reacts to things.

The vacuum fear - carry him while you do it. My puppy used to be afraid of the stereo but after a few times he realised it won't hurt him. I'd suggest carrying puppy while vacumming so he doesn't get upset while getting used to it.

Let us know how you go!

S

 

[fieldmouse3]

It sounds like the little guy is just adjusting to his new environment and is experiencing a lot of common puppy fears! What kind of dog is he?

 

[kiwiekat]

Thanks!

Mine's a chihuahua. Well, it turns out after 2 days he did come out of his crate, and he's enjoying it very much...too bad he's not fully potty trained. I keep his crate in the living room because my mom doesn't want him upstairs. She's scared he'll eat carpet fluff and get sick.
He's still afraid of the vaccuum cleaner and he has to climb on my lap when my mom vacuums.
I'm wondering...do vaccines have negative effects? He did get first shots, but my mom's worried that because he's so small, he can't handle it very well.

 

[bubblegirl23]

A very good question. I have a friend whose a breeder and there are petitions going around to stop immunisations. They can cause serious problems if ongoing so it is suggested they are not done after the first year's. Other people suggest not to have them done at all if your dog is an inside dog without access to other unprotected dogs. It is completely up to you, but if your pup reacts badly I would stop. My damaged immune is proof of what exposure to something you're allergic to can do.

BG

 

[JillLars]

I would reccomend having him get his first shots and everything, his size will not cause him to have an adverse reaction. Also, if you want to take him to be groomed, or be in a puppy class/playtime he will need to have had his shots. There are certain shots that you don't need to have done if your puppy is an inside dog (like immunizations for kennel cough, and lyme disease), but the basic ones should be done a.s.a.p. I don't know who you got your dog from but I am surprised that he didn't have his first shots before you received him. I have to take my puppy in on friday to get his booster shots (he's a small dog too, a pom).

 

[kiwiekat]

Oh thanks for the info. Oops, I might have made a mistake in my typing; my pup did get his first shots, but I don't know if he should get the 2nd, 3rd, and the boosters. He is an indoor dog, so I'm really glad you guys gave me this info.

 

[JillLars]

Even if he's an indoor dog he should still have his booster shots. There are some shots he won't need though like kennel cough and lyme disease, he will most likely need his rabies shots as well.

 

[jdomino]

Thanks!

I'm wondering...do vaccines have negative effects? He did get first shots, but my mom's worried that because he's so small, he can't handle it very well.

It is possible for an animal to have a reaction to a vaccine. They are very rare, but can be life threatening. Your mom is right to be concerned about his size. He does need to receive all of his vaccinations but it would be a good idea not to give him all at one time. Discuss this with your vet. Signs of a reaction include vomiting, diarrhea, facial swelling, difficulty breathing or walking. Most reactions will occur within 2 hours after the shot is given. If your dog does have a reaction you want to get to a vet immediately. If you have to go to an emergency vet, be sure to take the dogs records so they will know which shots the dog received. If you tell the doctor about your concerns, they might be willing to keep the dog for a few hours so you will feel better. Don't be surprised if your dog is a bit tired after the vaccines though. The vaccines combined with a trip to the vet can wear puppies out. Be sure to ask the doctor about heartworm prevention. In some areas dogs need it all year, other areas they only need it during the warmer months.

jd