Instructions for your new puppy once you get them home.
You puppy needs to eat at least 2 times daily, we recommend something like 6 am and 6 pm. As far as potty breaks, it is normal to expect an 8-12 week puppy to get up once during the night. They will need to go first thing in the morning and after each feeding and then again before bed time, with potty breaks in the day as needed. With crate training you do not want to leave food and water out for the puppy but have designated times for eating and drinking, you must offer your puppy water several times a day to insure proper hydration.
Your puppy will nap regularly, just like a new born baby they will be tired after playing for awhile and need their rest. It is not uncommon for your puppy to take 4-5 names in a day depending on their age.
Whether you have your puppy shipped or pick your puppy up, chances are that your puppy will be a little stressed from the transition. It is imparetive that you make sure your puppy is eating and drinking properly by the second day. Puppies can not go without eating and drinking, there are serious problems that can arrise and it is your responsibility to observe your puppy and make sure they are eating and drinking accordingly.
You puppy will be teething until they are around 16 weeks of age, so please have chew toys around so that they will have something to ease the pressure of teething. Also it is important the the puppies have regular play time and stimulating toys for proper developement. We use squeaky balls, rope chew toys and toys that make noises to offer fun ways to play.
You can bath your puppy once a week if needed, use an oatmeal based shampoo or a very gentle shampoo for puppies if you need to bath your little one. I suggest blow drying so that you can get there undercoat good and dry so they won't catch a chill.
These are helpful facts so that your new puppy will transition with ease and you will know what to expect. Please fill free to contact me if you have any questions at all, communication with your breeder is essential and always welcome.
We all want what is best for this new little baby and I am there to help with any questions you might have, for training, health issues or just to share funny stories.