Ok I've done this before. I can do this.... It's been 12 years since I brought home such a young puppy. Both Ivan and Wiggles were older 6-7 months when I got them.
crate - check
toys- check
puppy food - check
frozen raw bones to chew on - check
kong - check
xpen- check
Figured we will lock up the older dogs and let them out one at a time to greet new pup, so he is not overwhelmed with 4 big dogs sniffing at him all at once. I've already introduced wiggles. So I'll start with her.
Hahahaha I so remember that feeling last July. You will be fine and yes, your life will be turned up side down for a few months. Enjoy... keeps you young.
I am in the middle of this and for sure it is do-able and lovely but once in a while you'll ask yourself how your old dogs did turn into such angels. You just got to do it.
In the past with introducing a new pup I wold get the most dominant dog out first and when that did go well, the others just followed suit. Never had a problem introducing a puppy at home. New adults I took to a neutral place with mine.
Hahahaha I so remember that feeling last July. You will be fine and yes, your life will be turned up side down for a few months. Enjoy... keeps you young.
My hair is getting even more grey just thinking about tomorrow. :laugh: I'm sure it will all be fine, but today, I'm thinking we are nuts for doing this. :crazy:
Next year you'll look at him and think "OMG it was so worth it and I can't believe you turned into this awesome dog!"
The first week is the most hectic. These smartypants quickly figure out the routines.
Haha yeah! Planning on a good nights sleep tonight because it will probably be a while before I get another one.
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