Puppy - what do i need?

[evilbeak72]

Im picking my puppy up next week but i have never had a dg before and i have absolutely no idea what i need to buy or do before i get her! Can anyone help?

[lassie]

Hi what breed of pup are you getting?

[evilbeak72]

she is a blacklabrador x standard poodle. need replies quick! going out to buy stuff now!

[zoe08]

You need food bowl, and water bowl, possibly 2 water bowls, one for inside and one for out.
a large crate, depending on how much time she will be spending outside a large dog house.
Food, its best to find out what kind of food she is being fed now and continue to feed her that. If you decide to change you will slowly start taking her off of it by adding the food you are switching too.
Dog treats, for training, which should be started as soon as possible.
Collar w/ tags...I do not recommend the collars that have plastic buckles.
leash
bedding of some kind, whether you choose to buy a bed or give her blankets or towels to lay on.
toys...especially have something she can chew on....teething puppies chew a lot...

and i do not know much about the breed, so you will have to find out from the breeder what kind of grooming is involved and what you will need for that.

I cant think of anything else at the moment, if I do I will come back and add it

and congratulations on the new dog!

[evilbeak72]

Thanks very much! im sooo excited!:) :D

[nancy]

Can I just say good luck with your new puppy. When you first get your puppy one of the mane priorities is house trainning if the puppy is sleepping as soon as it gets up take it outside untill she does the loo. Do this every time the puppy wakes up or if you have been playing with him before he has time to sit down take him out for a few mins. Trainning starts from day one make it part of your daily routine make it fun do'nt make it last too long or he will get fed up they learn verry quickly in the early days be firm but make it fun. You will need a dog crate a dog bed, feeding bowl, water bowl, Dog meal can also add a little meat if you wish ask breader what she fed the pup. When you feed the puppy let her get stuck in and then lift her bowl for a couple of seconds and give her it back do this every feed untill you are sure she is happy I also take bones off my pup and give them back . I also find hyde chews are verry good and that is all she has chewed. Make sure you start her off sleeping whare you want her to sleep when she is a big dog or you will have a problem latter on . Good Luck let us know how you get on .

[ChipsDad]

...you will also need a big dose of patience, and love!

Good Luck! Post some pics...

[keeks62]

don't forget the dog toys!

A cd and/or sound machine with the sound of a beating heart might be helpful, a ticking alarm clock works too. It helps to soothe the pup and reminds them of their mom.

an adjustable crate would also be a good idea, especially with a breed like yours that can get big. You want the crate to be only big enough for them to get up, turn around, and lie down. Any bigger and they'll soil their space and it could be hard to crate train.

[lassie]

Ah good luck . piccies ASAP;)

[evilbeak72]

Thanx very much every1!:D Do you know where i could buy one of these cds? ive heard that putting a hot water bottle with the pup is comforting but wouldn'y it just chew it? any tips? 11 days to go. will post pics ASAP!:)

[cyclefiend2000]

...you will also need a big dose of patience, and love!

Good Luck! Post some pics...

i second that! i think patience is one of the most important things to have with a new puppy. my wife and i got a puppy in january, and sometimes you just have to take a deep breath and realize that hopefully he will eventually quit peeing on the carpet! :)

[nancy]

Always remember puppies respond far quicker to love and kindness than they do to being punnised , always praise when she/he is good make a fuss and give treats . When naughty give a telling off the tone of your voice is usually enough to tell the pup whats right or wrong .

[evilbeak72]

Thanks very much for all the tips! Its going to be a lot of hard work but im hoping it will be worth it!:rolleyes: 6 days 2 go!

[evilbeak72]

Also wondering- when should i take her in for her 1st vaccinations? do i need to fone the vet b4 i get her? also should i book her in2 trainign classes b4 we have her or when we get her??? AHHHHHHHHH theres so much to think aboiut! i live in england if tha makes a difference! thanks very much every1!