What to make sure of before bringing puppies home?

Question

My family is planning on getting a puppy next week (we are moving to a new apartment that allows dogs, we've always wanted one but could not get one because of where we live currently)

Now... here's my question: When I bring the puppy home for the first time, I'm planning on letting it roam around in my room in the beginning... and of course I know it will pee and poop all over the place. Am I going to expect permanent stains on the carpet, or can these kind of stains be easily washed off? It's not a big deal because I know these things are bound to happen, I just wanted to know for my own info.

Also, I will have to make sure the whole room is puppy proof, right? ie; no small objects on the floor, keep computer wires covered and unexposed. I just want my new puppy to feel as comfortable as possible... I've wanted one ever since I could remember... it's like I am getting a baby <3 I can't wait!

Answer 1

Like bbcranks said, Nature's Miracle is the way to go. If you are vigilant, and you don't have very light carpets, you should be fine.
Just one thought. Are you sure you are going to stay in this new apt. for the life of the dog? If not, are you prepared to dedicate yourself to finding an apt that allows dogs when you move. This can be very difficult, and often means you will be paying more or end up in a not-so-nice apt.
There are way to many dogs who end up unwanted in the humane society/rescue org. because their owners are moving and "can't" take them. Please don't let that happen.

Answer 2

Good luck to you! How exciting! First, why are you letting it roam around in the beginning? Puppies should be treated as if they are newborn children. They are as much work. Every half an hour, take the puppy outside and tell it the command you will use to make it do it's business. If it goes, praise. Inside, watch for sniffing and circling action and if it starts to go, stop it, pick it up immediately and take it outside. Stains are a pain and there are plenty of products out there to assist but make sure you are using something that will take the odor away because they will go where they have before. I always left a small bit of mess outside in the spot where I wanted my pup to go and would allow them to sniff so they would be encouraged to use that spot. I used vinegar or anmonia on a regular basis. I found that putting my pup on a long leash and monitoring that way was more effective in the long run around the house . Training is easy and long lasting at an early age and I would just tug gently and say Leave it and within no time the pup would learn. Depends on what breed you are getting. that is important. Happy Puppying!!!!!

Answer 3

You may need some Puppy pee pads for training so he/she won't go potty all over the floor and can be trained to one area. Bitter Apple This is a deterrent that stops puppies from chewing things. Just spray on the area that you do not want chewed and once the puppy tastes the bitter apple, they will stop chewing. It does not harm the pup it just tastes extremely bad to them. Frontline Frontline protects the puppy against fleas, ticks and mosquitoes. Always a good idea when entering a new environment and it will save you a lot of stress later. Heartgard This is a heartworm preventative And always make sure your baby has all of it's shots and worming done. Distemper, Measels, (around 5 wks old) DHLP (7-8 wks old), and rabies at 3 months old Also having a stool check at the vet before you bring him home is a good idea to check for parasites. If you got it from a breeder, it should be guaranteed in good health. If you take it to the vet right away,,,the breeder will be help responsible if anything should go wrong. Good luck. :)

Answer 4

I have 3 dogs, one of them was amazingly house trained within a week we showed him the garden and that was it nearly. But most will have accidents often only in the first few months, it is possible to house train a dog in a few weeks or so, but it does depend on the dog. If you have a tiled or lino floor lay sheets of newspaper on it as an initial or emergency place for him, many puppies are already used to going on newspaper, preferably near the outside door. Once you have established a temporary toilet area if he goes anywhere else clean up the mess and put some on the paper he should soon get the idea then. But do not treat this area as any more than the accident area, if he circles or seems agitated or after meals etc take him outside for toilet, when he goes outside make a big thing of it with lots of praise etc. Circling or sniffing along walls is a sure sign of imminent urination as is the more obvious wanting to squat, as is if he's eaten he will need a poop within about half an hour. He should soon get used to going outside and should signal you when he wants to go or just stand by the door waiting. He may need to urinate frequently at first as much as every half hour or so, which could be separation anxiety from his mum and litter mates, usually puppies can manage an hour or two with time, but initially it can be quiet frequent. If he has an accident in doors do not scold him as this will do more harm and may make a nervous puppy. Any urination stain should be disinfected immediately so as to avoid the area becoming a toilet, dogs mark places with urine. My dogs go in the same spots in the garden especially around the fences.
Your puppy should learn very quickly within 2-4 weeks, they like routine just like a toddler and if you spend a lot of time going outside with your puppy he will soon know where to go.
Feeding with a puppy should be feed twice a day morning and evening is easiest and not too much as they will often eat till they are sick otherwise, not too many treats just easily digestable small biscuit bones at first.
If you follow the toilet rules you shouldn't get much mess, it is unlikely he will go on the carpet much if he has a set place in an emergency. I am sure you will be fine and will soon understand your puppy and have him toilet trained very quickly, these things are all about observation, patience and plenty of love.
You seem to know all about puppy proofing, puppies chew because of their growing teeth, they need toys to chew on puppy Nylabones are good as are the puppy teething toys and it will certainly save your furniture, if he seems in discomfort from the teeth give him an ice cube to cool his gums.
Let me know what breed of puppy and I wish you all the best with your new addition.
Andy

Answer 5

Potted plants up off floor, all elect cords hidden outta the way. Make sure u have chew toys as dog will be teething at some point. With puppies rawhide chews best if u use other types of toys the dog may not differintiate between chew toys and shoes or such

Answer 6

PIck up a carpet shampooer/steamer. Also, be sure you're gong to live in that apartment for the next 12-15 years- dogs live roughly that long, I'd hate your new pup to be one more 'has to go, we're moving' casualty on Craigslist in 2 or 3 years. Just consider carefully- there ARE dog friendly rental places, and by getting this pup, you are committing to make it work.

Answer 7

Def make sure the puppy cant get hurt where ever the puppy will spend the most time. As for stain remover, i'm sure u could get it out w/ a stain remover i'm jsut not sure which one. Try a brand i guess that has a product for pet stains.

Answer 8

In addition to puppy proofing you may want to consider a crate. It makes it easier to train them and they get used to having their own space. You will also have to take it out often to potty - puppies can't hold it for long. Have toys for it to chew and play with. Good luck and have fun with the new pup.

Answer 9

Get a product called Nature's Miracle at the pet store for pet urine stains and odor removal.

Get him toys/bones to chew on so he doesn't chew on cords/belts/shoes or other things he isn't supposed to chew on.

Answer 10

We just got a new dog about 3 weeks ago, I used "Urine Gone" it works!!! It is awesome, it takes away the urine smell!!!!!