Getting a new puppy need to know what to get!?

Question

HI. I'm getting a dachshund puppy here in a couple of days(11) and need a list of what all to get? It isn't potty trained, it's a female and she's only 6 weeks old. Any help will be great!

Answer 1

Oh dear. 6 weeks? That's too young for the puppy to be leaving it's mother and siblings. Please wait until the pup is at least 8 weeks old! Vet visits get very expensive for problems with such a young puppy. The breeder should know this - shame on them!

Answer 2

6 weeks old is way too young for such a small breed of dog to leave her mum. This "breeder" obviously isn't a very reputable or ethical breeder if they are letting a small Dachshund leave mum before 8 weeks of age. The normal age for a medium/large size pup to leave mum is 8 weeks old but small breeds should leave at 12-16 weeks of age. Either way, here is a list of what you will need and why:

- Crate or dog bed. You can use either or both. I prefer to use the dog bed but I have heard by many people that crates are far better as they are not only useful as a dog bed, a secure "den" but also assits in potty training. Small dog bed = $40, small crate = $60.

- High quality food. Ask the breeder for a diet sheet or sample of the food they are feeding her so that she doesn't get an upset stomach over the sudden change in food. If they aren't already using it, I suggest feeding her Innova Puppy Dry or California Natural Puppy Chow. Innova = $35/$70, California Natural = $35 (depending on bag size)

- Toys. Important for your puppy once she starts teething. Kong toys are excellent and last years. Squeeky toys are good too but make sure that she doesn't tear the toy up to the hard sound box in it. Kong toys are around $10 each. You only need a small one for her.

- Collar and leash. A small collar or small harness (you can use a harness for a cat/rabbit/ferret) and a long nylon leash is good. You should start leash training soon, so that she gets used to the leash. Or, flexi-leads are good too. Collar = $10, nylon leash = $10, flexi-lead = $30.

- Food and water bowl. Stainless steel bowls are the best. $15 each from your local pet store or most grocery stores sell them. I'm sure WalMart have some.

- Grooming supplies. This includes brush, flea shampoo and nail clippers. You can get all of these at the pet store or the nearest vet clinic. I have found that the pet shop is more expensive than the vet clinic. Remember to get an all natural shampoo or something that can also get rid of fleas. $20 brush, $40 shampoo (may be cheaper) and $25 nail clippers.

- Vet. Be sure to get in contact with a good vet in your area to arrange an appointment as soon as you get her. Most good breeders have a 72 hour guarantee on health and then a lifetime guarantee againt genetic diseases. If she hasn't already had her first vaccination, she will need that now.

- Worming and fleas. Frontline Plus is the best flea and tick prevention you can get. Only $45 from the vet clinic. Worming syrup needs to be given from 2 weeks of age until 16 weeks of age and then again every 2-3 months. $7 at the vet.

- Housebreaking. Puppy pads are supposed to be a great aid when helping housebreak a small, stubborn puppy. They are scented so you don't need to drop any poop or take a urine sample and put it on it so she knows where to go. I think they cost around $40 for 10 at the pet shop. Poop scoopers are great for when she starts doing her stuff outside. I'm not too sure how much they cost but shouldn't be any more than $20 at the pet store.

- Doggy training. You should get your new puppy in training and socialization classes ASAP. Training classes cost around $120 for 5 classes and are usually held at around 5pm every Saturday. Socialization classes are free with the training classes.

Good luck and I hope I've helped!

Answer 3

Puppys maybe cute but they require alot buy a few soft squishy toys due to it helps keep they're jaws strong due to the constant chewing also a tug o war is great when it gets a bit older it helps the teeth stay strong and a lead is a must have 4 exersize also a ball is great for fetch a brush for old hair getting rid of is a regular habit its shredding is minimal and they need pro grooming soz to say but yo'll need to help her urinate by rubing a tissue along her privates as she is still in training nows a great time to teach her words like no and sit due to you will be able to comunicate and understand each other better this can be done easily by holding out a peice of food and rewarding her when the task has been achieved another great and useful thing to teach her is how to answer your familys and your voice by playing a game where you sit in a circle and you each call her name once or twice until she comes very handy if an accident accurs well I think I have given you enough info if something goes wrong or you want some more handy tips please feel free to email me I'll be more then happy to help.:)

Answer 4

The puppy should be at least 8 weeks old before taking her from her mom and litter mates. She will miss out on critical life lessons, such as bite inhibition, how to read dog body language, and how to be a dog in general. This will cause problems in the future as far as how she gets along, perceives and acts around other dogs she will come across. Another issue will be when she play bites with you to roughly and draws blood...because she never learned what "biting to hard" was from her littermates and mom.

I highly recommend crate training. This will keep potty accidents in your home to a minimum, as well as keep her safe from ingesting harmful items in your house.

I recommend getting her a puppy kong for something safe to chew/teeth on, and you can fill it with plain yogurt mixed with bits of hot dog and cheese. Freeze it over night, and you have an ice cold teether at your finger tips.

I suggest stainless steel dog bowls. They do not scratch, eliminating nasty bacteria from flourishing. You can also pop them into the dish washer for easy cleaning. You can purchase them with no-top design to keep your pop from turning them over.

Purchase a high quality dog food. I recommend and feed the formulas at http://www.frrco.com/121668 because of the human grade ingredients, lack of sugars and dyes and preservatives and the free shipping to your door.

I suggest educating yourself on the breed specific problems your new dog may face. Many dachshund dogs wind up with back problems, some need surgery, and it is very important not to let these dogs get over weight!

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Answer 5

you need dry puppy food, good sturdy water bowl, chew toys, dog bed and a crate for time out, especially if she starts to chew when teething. Puppy training pads to put on your floor until she is house broken. Make sure you praise her a lot when she uses the pads. You can get everything at a very reasonable price at Walmart. Good Luck.

Answer 6

As soon as you get your puppy, bring him to a vet and they will check the vaccination records, check out the puppy, and give you LOTS of information, and perhaps some free food, etc. in addition to any vaccinations and dewormings that are due.
I have seen plenty of 6 week old puppies, and they seem to do fine in a caring/loving household.

Answer 7

Please do wait til she's 8 weeks! As for everything else, I've found puppy training pads a god-send. Available at any pet shop or Wal-Mart. A puppy bed as well. If you had planned on letting it sleep in bed with you, you may want to wait a bit. Being so small, if she were to fall off the bed, it could do some serious damage.

Answer 8

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GOOD LUCK TO YOU AND YOUR PUPPY!!!

Answer 9

You can find plenty of socialization, puppy proofing and puppy training advice here - http://www.dog-obedience-training-review.com/how-to-train-a-puppy.html

Good luck with your little Dachsie!

Answer 10

make sure your wires and anything else the puppy can reach is safe...i made that mistake.
specific puppy food.. dont get IAMS.. they test on dogs. try science diet..it good for dogs. i would get potty pads.. you put them on the floor and it wont leak. definately get paper towells, carpet cleaner.
get treats for training.
brush, collar, tag, leash, and make sure you register your dog. its illegal if you dont. and get money to spay her.