I recently adopted a carin terrier/chicuhuaua mix. He is 2mths old and was crate training while with his previous owner. I work 4 days a week and have to leave him alone. My neighbor who is beginning to become extremely overbearing is instisting I leave this tiny dog on the side of my house so she can put her dog with it during the day or in my house with my pup. He is a barker and doesn't like to be out there so all he will do is bark. I don't want my dog to be stolen. I live right off a busy street. He is in an area in the laundry room that he has room to play an area to use the potty and his crate to rest. I don't think this is bad for him, since he is loved lots by us all. He is not starved for attention. I want her to leave me alone, but she is so nosey. What is best?
2007-09-06 13:07:44 · 9 answers · asked by clp17 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
what?
2007-09-06 13:11:21 · answer #1 · answered by mups mom 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A two month dog should not be left outside. The immune system is still developing and the puppy should still be getting his vaccinations. The only time he should be outside is when you are walking him to go to the bathroom. If you were to leave him outside he could catch a disease from another animal, get hurt, stolen, or picked up by a large bird.
Keep up with the crate training until he is housebroken. Puppies don't get full control over their bladder until six months, so crating him will help make him try to learn to hold it.
Nosey neighbors can be such a pain, but stick to what you think is right by keeping him in, and you may have to find a way to politely tell her to mind her own business.
2007-09-07 09:34:27 · answer #2 · answered by Akatsuki 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That situation sounds fine.. You may with such a small breed dog litter box train him/her like you would a cat ! That would be great ! I've heard that it's pretty easy if you start doing it NOW ! Also, I wouldn't mind your neighbor- just be nice and tell her that you appreciate the playmate but, you are working on training. Or your vet said " blah, blah excuse." With such a small dog it's easy for he/she to get hurt while playing outside w/ another dog or be attacked or get loose w/o supervision.. I would also put a small radio in the room for noise and cover any all outlets or cords... You don't want pup to chew.. ! Also, give him/her plenty of nice soft chew toys... Good luck
2007-09-06 21:01:29 · answer #3 · answered by pebblespro 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, bravo to you for not giving into your pushy neighbor. Sounds like you have a neat solution for your little pet - when I got my cocker mix I confined her to the kitchen with baby gates with her bed, food, water, and toys. Crate training is a big plus, and IMO makes the dog feel more secure when it has a "den" to retreat to. Also, depending on your area (I am in sunny CA), a small dog like yours would probably suffer in the elements. I know my pup would hate being out of doors this time of year as it's been as hot as 110 degrees outside this year!
2007-09-06 20:18:46 · answer #4 · answered by meadowbrook13 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't have to accomodate your neighbor. Tell her that you would rather leave your dog inside alone while you are away and don't take no for an answer and don't let her bully you. Its your house. Your dog. Leaving him in the laundry area with the crate is just fine, just make sure he has water to drink.
2007-09-06 20:15:05 · answer #5 · answered by Audrey A 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell her that your puppy would not be happy in the situation she is "suggesting" but you appreciates her concern. Your puppy is happy the way things are. =period=
If she keeps insisting and pushing be honest and tell her that you don't want your puppy alone with another dog. It's too young and needs the same protection and care it had before you took him/her into your house. =period=
If she keeps badgering simply tell her your sorry but you don't have time to talk & leave quickly (repeat as necessary).
I suggest you keep a record of this incase she turns into a crazy troll and actually tries to cross the line in your home.
2007-09-06 20:20:57 · answer #6 · answered by nuggets of something 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off, its your dog. His best interest is yours, not your neighbor. Secondly, it sounds like a good situation so long as there are no hazards for the puppy to get into.
But your neighbor's dog is her problem, not yours if she's treating him properly. If she's concerned he needs attention suggest she gets another dog for him to play with being that you don't want to put your dog at risk.
2007-09-06 20:14:02 · answer #7 · answered by skye_blue_05 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you leave behind food, water, and a nice cushion to sleep on, he should be fine. Also make sure the blocked off area is nice and secure and be sure to check for any small objects he can choke on.
2007-09-06 20:13:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Keep him in your lap. If you dont, they get nervous and develop strange psychological problems - you dont want that to happen - then they become chronic biters and nippers and start howling at wierd times.
2007-09-06 20:15:40 · answer #9 · answered by MrKnowItAll 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋