Another puppy....

lostinrates

It's five years since we had a puppy in the house....but today we put a deposit on a puppy. We have been considering this breed for seven years, so had time to prep on the health aspects of the breed.

We are having a boy. Generally I am a girl person, but our two dogs here are girls and boy may well slot in better, and there are one or two other reasons too.

If he matures to be suitable we will show him, and the plan is to work him too ( he has a showing/working half sibling) but primarily he will be a loved pet.

But, he is a new breed and it also feels like so long ago since we did this. All our 'old' puppy stuff is the wrong size, far too big for this little fella. We will certainly need a crate the right size. (our only crate is far too large, we don't crate our dogs, as it's impractical due to their size).

Looking at crates today there are the standard type of crate, and also, nylon ones that look a bit like tents. I wondered who has opted for the latter and why? It is certainly more private and cosy, but a towel or blanket over a standard crate might do the same thing?

I have a puppy collar and lead, a bowl about an eighth of the size of the bowls I am used to, and a couple of toys.

I do not plan to use puppy pads....and I need a smaller slicker brush.....

I came home smelling of puppy and my girls were really happy and excited.

zaksmum

Congratulations! Wish I could get another dog but we already have 2 and O/H would kill me!

What breed are you getting? How old are your other dogs?

lostinrates

zaksmum wrote: »

Congratulations! Wish I could get another dog but we already have 2 and O/H would kill me!

What breed are you getting? How old are your other dogs?

My other dogs are five and six. The six year old is already 'mature' for her breed, but is being nuetered this month and is very well, we think she is here for a good long while yet. The other one is five, and a different breed, and full of beans. She needs a more energetic playmate. The new one is a terrier, but a largish one.

zaksmum

lostinrates wrote: »

My other dogs are five and six. The six year old is already 'mature' for her breed, but is being nuetered this month and is very well, we think she is here for a good long while yet. The other one is five, and a different breed, and full of beans. She needs a more energetic playmate. The new one is a terrier, but a largish one.

That sounds perfect. My older dog was 5 when we got the puppy and it worked out really well. She was the boss from the start and the puppy completely accepted that.

They get on so well, and they love being together.

Wishing you many happy years with your new baby!

krlyr

I see the fabric crates as much more temporary. Makeshift solution for car travel (though perhaps an adult dog, not a chewing puppy unattended in the back seats!), visit to a relative's, camping trip, day out, etc. as they fold up so very convenient, but not particularly secure for longer/more permanent use.
I would say be careful draping a towel over a regular crate though as I've heard a few stories of fabric being chewed, then pulled through the bars, and then dogs getting limbs stuck in the holes - but then held in place because the fabric gets pulled taut between the bars. I'd perhaps use something solid like sheets of cardboard or Correx, then covered with fabric if you want it to look nicer (you can get some really funky crate covers, or make your own if you're handy with a needle).
Don't forget to check Ebay, Gumtree, etc. - you can find nearly brand new crates for a few quid because they're awkward, bulky things that aren't cheap to post, so local ones tend to be good bargains if you can collect.

con1888

Aww can't wait to see some pictures, what breed is it you are getting ??

We have the metal crate for our GSD puppy, we picked one up for £45 off a local facebook selling page, the size we have is £95 new. He gets a thick blankets over it at night so that he knows it's bedtime. He doesn't have a 'bed' as such cos he wont lie in one, he prefers the wooden floor... he does have a single duvet to lie on (folded over) should he decide to be more comfortable.

lostinrates

krlyr wrote: »

I see the fabric crates as much more temporary. Makeshift solution for car travel (though perhaps an adult dog, not a chewing puppy unattended in the back seats!), visit to a relative's, camping trip, day out, etc. as they fold up so very convenient, but not particularly secure for longer/more permanent use.
I would say be careful draping a towel over a regular crate though as I've heard a few stories of fabric being chewed, then pulled through the bars, and then dogs getting limbs stuck in the holes - but then held in place because the fabric gets pulled taut between the bars. I'd perhaps use something solid like sheets of cardboard or Correx, then covered with fabric if you want it to look nicer (you can get some really funky crate covers, or make your own if you're handy with a needle).
Don't forget to check Ebay, Gumtree, etc. - you can find nearly brand new crates for a few quid because they're awkward, bulky things that aren't cheap to post, so local ones tend to be good bargains if you can collect.

I would be thrilled if I can find a second hand crate. Thanks for the heads up about towels (it's how I often see it done, but do not want to creat risk) and also the nylon crates. I thought they looked a bit nicer for privacy from the others when I am ready to leave him with them.

lostinrates

con1888 wrote: »

Aww can't wait to see some pictures, what breed is it you are getting ??

We have the metal crate for our GSD puppy, we picked one up for £45 off a local facebook selling page, the size we have is £95 new. He gets a thick blankets over it at night so that he knows it's bedtime. He doesn't have a 'bed' as such cos he wont lie in one, he prefers the wooden floor... he does have a single duvet to lie on (folded over) should he decide to be more comfortable.

Thanks, the crate info about second hand is really encouraging. I do have a crate, but this pup would be lost in it!

I only mention my grey as a breed because she is 'common'.:o. The other dog and the terrier are less so, hence cabinets over saying what breed. They will make an odd and potentially identifiable trio.

marlot

I found loads of used crates available on ebay. Just set it to show 'nearest first' and I'm sure you'll find something

Sukey

I have a new terrier puppy in the house for the first time in seven years and it's been a rude awakening for all in our household! I have two older terriers and a new puppy has been great fun but a lot of hard work and my ankles take a daily battering from him! I have to say that a puppy pen has proved to be invaluable and he definitely sees it as his "safe" place and quite often puts himself to bed of an evening. I use a metal crate for him in the car and have a made-to-measure crate cover (www.doghealth.co.uk). Personally I wouldn't use a soft crate as I've seen other dogs in the same breed effectively "walk" the crate across a room. Not ideal if you're at a show!
Enjoy your new puppy. Terriers can be hard work as they're intelligent and quite independent, but ultimately they're a lot of fun and very rewarding. Don't forget to put pics on here!

pawsies

Largeish terrier..Airedale? Bull? Parson?

I'm a dog breed fanatic! The suspense is killing me