I have 3 six month old Chihuahuas, that are all going to new homes next week. The reason they haven't been given to the new owners yet, is because each of their owners have recently bought new houses, and have been getting settled in, so we've been holding the babies until now. I just want to make the separation from us to their new home, the least stressful for the babies and the mom. Any suggestions on how to do that, would be greatly appreciated. I would also like to know, if you can give me an idea, as to how long it usually takes for puppies this age to adjust and if I should give them something like a blanket or toys, to take with them. Thanks in advance!
2007-09-21 15:23:59 · 14 answers · asked by Chihuahua Addict Adores Scooby 7 in Pets ➔ Dogs
To Stephanie Loves Samm: You may find it hard to believe, that the owners are now all in their new homes, but it is true, so you can believe whatever you want!
2007-09-21 15:45:40 · update #1
To Laylani: You are absolutely right, about how it's going to be really hard to let them go. Thank God, we know all the owners, and they are great people, who I know will take excellent care of my babies, and we will be seeing the babies often.
2007-09-21 15:49:00 · update #2
I would get them cheap blankets and let them all sleep on them and then each puppy can take the blanket with them that has mama's scent on it and bros., and sis., too.
2007-09-28 16:42:28 · answer #1 · answered by Gardner? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Least Stressful Way Would Be To Exercise Each One Separately If That's Possible And Even Walk Them Each In Different Routes. Feeding Them At Different Times Or Apart From Each Other May Also Help? It's Difficult At Six Months Old To Know What Is Best Angel, If New Owners Where All Friends They Could Meet Up To Exercise Pups Together For A Time Gradually Getting Less Frequent Till They Stop All Together???
2007-09-23 22:49:41 · answer #2 · answered by Paul R 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have Chihuahuas that I breed and what I did was, when the new owner came to get the puppies I held the mother and told her that her babies were going with someone who would love them and take care of them. I took pictures of the puppy with the new owner and took my mother out to the car with the puppy so she would know where her baby was going. I let her say goodbye to her baby. My mother actually kissed her baby goodbye. It was the sweetest thing to see. I held the mother and let her see her baby's owner drive away and down the road. then I brought her back inside. she did great and never looked for her babies. She knew that they had left. I would either give the new owners something they can keep with the mother's scent on it. Or have them bring something and rub the mother's scent on it. When the babies get settled in their new home they will be more comfortable if the new owners put the article in the new bed with the puppy. also a stuffed animal that is safe for puppies and something safe that has a heart beat. It would be a great idea if the new owner has the mother's scent on a blanket and a stuffed toy. And tell them not to wash these things for awhile. I would wait at least a week. Just as long as the blanket and stuffed animal are clean the puppies will be fine. When I sold my litter I had the new owners do the same things I have suggested and their puppies did not cry one time when they were away from their mom. I was one happy lady! I hope these ideas will help with your babies. Good luck
2007-09-27 18:10:06 · answer #3 · answered by CB Luves Her Chihuahuas 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you did good by your pups! I would try to avoid having all 3 go from your home at pretty much the same time, if possible. I would hope the new parents would come and spend some time playing with mom and pups before taking their pup away. Yes, there might be specific toys or a blankie, etc to go with the pup. Make sure they do not switch puppy food and are aware of current rountine.
If these folks live in area why not arrange "play dates" at your house so mom and pups can still see each other occasionally. Especially if the pups will be the only dog at new home. After pups all leave you'll have to watch mom for any signs of stress. Actually, she may be happy to seperate after a short time.
We have adopted out a lot of litters over the years. Usually it is a gradual thing. However, we normally seperate the pups once fully weaned from mom so they will not keep trying to nurse with full sets of teeth! Normally the moms perk back up fairly well. Just give her extra attention and maybe some new stuffed animals to drag around!
2007-09-21 16:22:35 · answer #4 · answered by pets4lifelady 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Hi,I raise chihuahuas ,and this always worried me to death.Mainly the one I had that only had one puppy..you want to see a protective mama!!OMG!! It is so strange because within 24,48 at the most,the mamas almost always quit looking for them.And I have 11 so,there's always someone else here to occupy the mamas time.As for the pups,most chihuahua pups are held so much and so loved(mainly because they are so little) they don't have time to get real stressed.I have proof in the many pictures and phone calls I receive from the new adoptive moms and dads.Give the mom a lil extra attention herself.I always send home a toy and a blankie,that I allow only the pups to play with for like a few hours before someone is to leave.That way the scent is there.I also send a baggie full of the food along with the name of it home with the pup.Urge the new parents NOT to change the food for a while if they so decide to do so in the future.In the end,all is fine.I promise.This makes you a good mom for worrying a little.(((HUGS)))
2007-09-21 22:59:00 · answer #5 · answered by Shar Pei Lady 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
When we rescued our last little Chi, she was so lonesome for
her last daddy, she would whine and cry. And one day she
started baying like a hound dog. The higher pitched singing
as some call it. It took her about two weeks to adapt. That was when she saw she was finally going to have enough to eat, and didn't have to wolf every bite down as if it would be her last. She went through hoarding food she couldn't eat, and we'd find a piece of toast, and 'greenies' tucked behind couch pillows.
Start giving more attention to the mom, and less to the
puppies if you can. It will help in their transition a bit. It might make them more acceptible to leaving their present home perhaps.
Since Chi's don't usually like other dogs than other Chis', you might arrange for them to have a social time every few weeks or less to play together. Our oldest used to do that, before we rescued the toy, who's her shadow now. You should warn the new owners about taking the Chi's to a dog park. Ours were intimidated by the other dogs, and would bark and try to defend us and themselves. Many dogs have never seen dogs so small and want to play rough by chasing them down. We finally had to stop taking our two, since it's not acceptible for rude dogs who aren't controlled by their owners to run roughshod over smaller dogs who can't protect
themselves. Ours sure chewed out three Great Danes on their last trip. Those dogs, even scared me. LOL
Good luck with the transition of placing the puppys, and
being back to a one dog household again.
2007-09-25 19:25:38 · answer #6 · answered by Lynn 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
easiest stressful separate puppies mom littermates
2016-02-02 04:49:33 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's gonna be hard to see them go, no matter what you do. You can give them a blanket or a favorite toy to take with them on their journey.......... i really don't know what you can do if they are all going to be seperate ways. The puppies will adapt in less than 2 or 3 weeks in their new home. Give them each a little toy or blanket to take with them. Good luck!
2007-09-21 15:34:16 · answer #8 · answered by Forever ♥Talinka♥ 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
If the puppies have been around children and the new homes have kids, then they should adjust in a couple of days. If no children on either end, and the new owners are the type that will give lots of attention, they will adjust in a couple of days. The pups, at 6 months, are able to adjust quickly. And it could be that the momma dog is ready to see them gone to their new homes.
2007-09-21 15:34:00 · answer #9 · answered by Old Lady 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
when I bought my puppy the breeder gave me a blanket that the litter and her mum had been sleeping on and also a toy that the litter used to play with with their sent on them. I found that this helped out enormously she didnt cry or anything. She still has her toy at 12 months and its the only toy she hasn't torn up she sleeps with it every night I think it is so cute
2007-09-28 17:42:06 · answer #10 · answered by amy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋