Getting a puppy tomorrow!

Congrats! Dogs are wonderful companions.

 

I'm betting when it eats your RC Copter you'll make it into a WallDog!

 

Just be incredibly patient.

 

Congratulations! The growth in the pet product and service market is astonishing and shows no signs of slowing down at all. I've got a Newfoundland and a Shih-tzu that are wonderful companions. Post some pics when you get the new pup.

 

FYI - They just outlawed dogs in Austin.

 

PETER

I HAVE A COCKAPOO AND SHE IS A LOVEY.........

SO F.U. ON YOUR NAME BRAND...............

 

WHAT ABOUT CRYSTAL AS FOR WHAT YOU DO FOR A LIVING AND SMOKE??

 

How about Petey?
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Gettin' a puppy Pete?

Well, that's one way to run the high-protein diet. Meat should be soft, but same rule applies....about 10 minutes per pound.

Yeah, good luck with that, gives you a new reason to subscribe to newspapers!

 

Never heard of that one. Please post a photo of the breed & tell me why you singled it out.
Puppys are God's gift.

 

congrats,
i got a new husky last week and it has been great, i 've been so busy playing with it i haven't played GT4 since it came home,
puppies are like play stations , with teeth LOL

 

Sounds like my Ex. Except the "smart" part.

 

Pete,
How big is that dawg, all growed up? 35lbs?
That looks different from what I thought you were looking at.

 

That's pretty cool! Definitely look into some of the healthier foods out there.

 

what is this about? Are you serious?

 

Get ready to keep him busy, Heelers are a working breed and need lots of exercise and mental stimulation. They are also a very dominant breed and require a firm hand and a owner who knows what they're doing or else you'll have trouble, so find a good book and read up. We have a 18 month old Heeler and he's a good dog, extremely smart, but a lot of work; it's not like owning a Golden Retriever or Lab. You're really going to have your hands full, so do your homework.

 

Not to get nutty sounding, but if you talk to a more holistic vet a lot of them now advise against puppy food. A lot of breeders as well. The belief is that it's too concentrated and they can grow too quickly. We put both our dogs on adult food right away. Also, in the future have the vet do a titer test before re-vaccinating your dog. Our 5 year-old hasn't needed a rabies booster in 3 1/2 years.

 

Feeding a pup steriods will not make him/her bigger than the breed with specific genetics. Just beefier. I always give my pups the best while they are growing: "science diet" or Iams, etc in the 1st 2 years. Makes a really healthy pup. The rest is all major brand.

 

"Beefier" is what I was talking about. It's important not to "beef" up a puppy too quickly, since their bones are soft and susceptible to damage that can affect them down the road. A lot of dogs develop joint problems when they get older--some from congenital issues, like dysplasia, but a lot are from joint damage due to weight problems and early stress on the joints. Also, not sure if you're a runner, but avoid jogging with your puppy until he/she is about 6 months old.