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ronjnewt
Puppy
Joined: 20 Jun 2008
Posts: 11
Location: Arlington, Texas
Fur Kids: Marley |
 Posted: Fri Jun 20, 2008 3:14 pm Post subject: New Puppy |
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Hello everyone my name is Ron and I am going to pick up my new puppy tomorrow morning. I am not going to lie after months of deciding that a Weimaraner is the kind of dog I want I am pretty nervous!! He is 9 weeks and I plan on going to a puppy kindergarten but am still quite worried about house training and him chewing up everything!!
Any words of advice or helpful tips/tricks would be greatly appreciated!!
Thanks
Ron |
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weimdawgs
Wise Old Weim
Joined: 08 Jun 2007
Posts: 6427
Location: East Norriton, PA
Fur Kids: Scout, Silkie, Gunnar and Jake
all Weimaraners |
| Posted: Fri Jun 20, 2008 3:27 pm Post subject: |
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Hi Ron. Welcome. How exciting, your new puppy. Just keep reading the forum. You will be amazed at how much you can learn just from the posts here.
Do you have a crate for him?? Crate train him correctly and it will minimize your training and behavior issues right off the bat. |
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Seespotrun
Wise Old Weim
Joined: 07 Jun 2008
Posts: 1518
Location: Pacific Northwest
Fur Kids: Taren- (Rhymes with Karen) Weim, spoiled and loving every minute of it.
Lola- Himalayan Cat, a.k.a I think I am a pretty pretty princess, just ask me.
Siah- (See-uh) Persian Cat, shedder extraordinaire
Wickan-Fat, lazy, alley cat. |
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| Welcome! I had worked myself up with the same type of concerns, wondering if I was getting ready to make a big mistake. I wish someone would have told me just to take a deep breathe and relax. Crate training has been a lifesaver. I also clicker train, and got him familiar with the concept almost immediately. As hard and tiring as it can be, calm and consistent training benefits all dog types, and best of all may save your couch. Can't wait to hear all about your new puppy. |
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GailB
Wise Old Weim
Joined: 17 Sep 2007
Posts: 1886
Location: New Brunswick,Canada
Fur Kids: Shadow 10 yr.old Black female labrador retriever. Hunter 4 yr. old weim |
| Posted: Fri Jun 20, 2008 7:57 pm Post subject: |
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Hi Ron and congrats on the new edition...I can hardly wait to see lots of pictures of him..
Does he have a name yet  |
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luana80it
Wise Old Weim
Joined: 17 Dec 2007
Posts: 1999
Location: CATANIA, SICILY, ITALY
Fur Kids: TOMMY, WEIMARANER
TYRA, WERIMARANER |
| Posted: Sat Jun 21, 2008 2:44 am Post subject: |
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| welcome to the forum and congratulations on your new puppy!!!! can't wait to see pictures! |
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SeeAmyGo
Puppy
Joined: 24 May 2008
Posts: 43
Location: West Virginia
Fur Kids: Zoey~Weimaraner |
| Posted: Sat Jun 21, 2008 6:56 am Post subject: |
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| Congrats and how exciting!!! There is a lot of good information in the forum....c'mon in, grab a chair and get comfy....welcome! |
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ronjnewt
Puppy
Joined: 20 Jun 2008
Posts: 11
Location: Arlington, Texas
Fur Kids: Marley |
| Posted: Sat Jun 21, 2008 8:32 am Post subject: |
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| Thank you guys so much for all the positive reinforcement that is exactly what i needed!! I am heading out to get MARLEY right now and and cant wait!!! |
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Deiota
Adult Weim
Joined: 07 May 2008
Posts: 284
Location: Maia, Porto ~ @ Portugal
Fur Kids: Jesse Sambora~ English Cocker Spaniel
Mick Jagger ~ Cat
Hello Kitty ~ Cat
Gandalf, The Grey ~ Weimaraner |
| Posted: Sat Jun 21, 2008 8:40 am Post subject: |
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What a great name, Marley! Love it!
Wish you all the luck! Have fun and enjoy each moment, since it passes so fast and they grow incredibly fast!!!
I have Gandalf and he's 11 weeks today! There are so many improvements day to day... They really grow and learn fast!!!!
Please post lots, TONS of pics 
Deiota |
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ronjnewt
Puppy
Joined: 20 Jun 2008
Posts: 11
Location: Arlington, Texas
Fur Kids: Marley |
| Posted: Sat Jun 21, 2008 10:29 pm Post subject: |
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Ok so far so good Marley is sleeping again! Day one and no in house accidents! The only problem is that if I leave him when he is not sleeping boy does he start crying...I am probably going to try and make him sleep in his crate tonight but I am pretty sure he is going to be crying pretty loudly...could be in for a long night!!
Wish me luck! |
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PamK
Champion Weim
Joined: 22 Nov 2007
Posts: 906
Location: Texas
Fur Kids: Derek - Weim b-day 2/27/07
Ridley - weim/lab b-day 6/24/08
Gracie, Otis and Joey are the cats |
| Posted: Sat Jun 21, 2008 10:37 pm Post subject: |
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| I think its better for house breaking to have them sleep in the crate at night. Although he still might have to get up to go. |
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AmazingGrayce
Champion Weim
Joined: 18 May 2008
Posts: 508
Location: Marlton, NJ
Fur Kids: Windy\'s Amazing Grayce (Grace)
Weimaraner
Title: spoiled brat
Nell
Maine coon
Title: dogs pillow
Bella
Long haired cat
Title: dogs toy |
| Posted: Sat Jun 21, 2008 10:47 pm Post subject: |
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| ronjnewt wrote: | Ok so far so good Marley is sleeping again! Day one and no in house accidents! The only problem is that if I leave him when he is not sleeping boy does he start crying...I am probably going to try and make him sleep in his crate tonight but I am pretty sure he is going to be crying pretty loudly...could be in for a long night!!
Wish me luck! |
I made Grace sleep in the crate at night for the first several months. I did however put the crate right on the floor next to my bed..it kept her from whining all night..but also kept her from having accidents at night. I did still have to get up once or twice to let her out for potty.
She now sleeps in my bed, under the covers, head on the pillow, and spread out like a human...so be prepared if you do let Marley in your bed at some point! Its like another person when they are big! I love it but its not for everyone haha. |
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NenaGunther
Wise Old Weim
Joined: 11 Feb 2008
Posts: 1963
Location: Monticello, NY
Fur Kids: Nena CD, Weimaraner
Gunther, Weimaraner |
| Posted: Sun Jun 22, 2008 8:22 am Post subject: |
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Welcome! 
Lots and lots of info here! |
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blueduke20
Puppy
Joined: 12 May 2008
Posts: 9
Location: Ankeny, Iowa
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| Posted: Sun Jun 22, 2008 3:51 pm Post subject: |
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| Congrats on the new pup. I have a 14 week old pup and shes doing great. I had the same concerns that you did. But like everybody else said crate training is the best way to house break your pup. Also make sure that she gets around an hour a day outside, either walking her or letting her play with other dogs. If they get outside to release all their energy they usually dont bite on things they are not supposed to. You'll be fine. |
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versatilek9s
Champion Weim
Joined: 27 May 2008
Posts: 925
Location: VA
Fur Kids: Maya, Sage & Macy--all weims |
| Posted: Sun Jun 22, 2008 4:40 pm Post subject: |
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Is your pup a Winsome puppy? They are in Iowa and had a litter 14 weeks ago by a dog I really love.
Sorry to be nosy! 
meredith |
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ronjnewt
Puppy
Joined: 20 Jun 2008
Posts: 11
Location: Arlington, Texas
Fur Kids: Marley |
| Posted: Sun Jun 22, 2008 9:46 pm Post subject: |
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Ok so we are trying to crate train Marley and he does not seem to like it very much! He is crying, howling, and making a whole lot of noise. There are going to be times when no one is at the house and Marley will be in his crate, how long is too long to leave him there and how long do they usually whine, cry and howl before quietly staying in the crate while we are out???
Any tips will be greatly appriciated!
Ron |
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