Too Sleepy?

[Riccosmama12]

Hey Everyone,

Our 1st 24hrs home was a huge success and we are still 100% accident free which is great. Rico has seemed to set into a nice routine and now even walks to the door with you instead of having to be carried like before. However, I have a few concerns that I thought I would run past everyone and see what you guys (ladies ) thought.

He seems to be quite sleepy and more or less a lazy pup. When the kids are around he will play with them and LOVES to snuggle but doesnt really do any independent play and just plops down to rest. Is this normal being that he is still fairly new to our environment or could something more serious be wrong? I should add that he is eating good, drinking good, and pooping/peeing good. Which leads me to my next question.

He is a sloppy sloppy drinker . I mean steady stream running out the side of his mouth after having his head in the water bowl drinking. Is this just puppy slop or again something else?

Lastly, he has no interest in treats which is definitely a first for me. We tried bacon strips, jerky, marrow chews, and now have chicken flavor Blue bits by Blue Buffalo specifically used for training and still its a no go. He will sniff it MAYBE lick it but then turn his head and keep walking. Am I doing something wrong? I am giving them to him immediately after pottying to reinforce the good behavior and keep up the no accidents run we are having but hes not interested. Could it be hes still warming up to us? We still give him vocal and physical praise but wanted to treat him as well. Are there really dogs/puppies that dont like treats?

That seems to be it so far but I'm sure more questions will come up in time. I'm sorry for asking so much but im definitely admitting to be a paranoid, overprotective new momma .

[Holmeshx2]

some dogs just don't have much food drive and can take or leave food/treats. I currently have a foster pup and she doesn't really care about food or treats really. I try giving her a little treat for sitting or coming to me on command but she really doesn't want them she does however LOVE praise. All about finding what works for your pup my older pup (1 yr) has CRAZY food drive and will do anything for any possible scrap you might give her. Also give her time to settle in. I got the foster pup yesterday and she was pretty active and doing good well this morning she didn't want to wake up hubby took her outside and she just laid down then we came in and she just curled up on the couch with me and slept then I put her in her kennel with breakfast and she didn't eat it just went to sleep. Every so often she woke up and took a few bites of kibble then went back to sleep. Of course I started freaking out that she was sick or something wrong but after about 4 hours of napping she finally got up and was going full speed. They don't act like themselves for a few days after coming home and pups sleep alot just calm down if yours is eating, drinking, and pottying fine just let him go and let him settle in.

[msvette2u]

When you brought home your brand new baby, did he get up and romp around and play the 1st few weeks?

New puppies are just like that!
Give him time. Rest and time...

[Anthony8858]

Originally Posted by Riccosmama12

Hey Everyone,

Our 1st 24hrs home was a huge success and we are still 100% accident free which is great. Rico has seemed to set into a nice routine and now even walks to the door with you instead of having to be carried like before. However, I have a few concerns that I thought I would run past everyone and see what you guys (ladies ) thought.

He seems to be quite sleepy and more or less a lazy pup. When the kids are around he will play with them and LOVES to snuggle but doesnt really do any independent play and just plops down to rest. Is this normal being that he is still fairly new to our environment or could something more serious be wrong? I should add that he is eating good, drinking good, and pooping/peeing good. Which leads me to my next question.

He is a sloppy sloppy drinker . I mean steady stream running out the side of his mouth after having his head in the water bowl drinking. Is this just puppy slop or again something else?

Lastly, he has no interest in treats which is definitely a first for me. We tried bacon strips, jerky, marrow chews, and now have chicken flavor Blue bits by Blue Buffalo specifically used for training and still its a no go. He will sniff it MAYBE lick it but then turn his head and keep walking. Am I doing something wrong? I am giving them to him immediately after pottying to reinforce the good behavior and keep up the no accidents run we are having but hes not interested. Could it be hes still warming up to us? We still give him vocal and physical praise but wanted to treat him as well. Are there really dogs/puppies that dont like treats?

That seems to be it so far but I'm sure more questions will come up in time. I'm sorry for asking so much but im definitely admitting to be a paranoid, overprotective new momma .

Are you saying that you only have him for 24 hours?
If that's the case... I'd suggest you sit back, let him settle in...

In a few weeks, the little aliens will possess him, and turn him into a terror.
He'll landshark, and bite everything in it's path. He'll want to eat everything left unprotected.
He'll bark at the kitchen sink when he's thirsty.

THEN, after all that's complete, he'll become the most loyal best friend you'll ever have.
God luck with your new pup.

I'd suggest you stick around, there's a ton of knowledge floating around here.

[Riccosmama12]

Originally Posted by Anthony8858

Are you saying that you only have him for 24 hours?
If that's the case... I'd suggest you sit back, let him settle in...

In a few weeks, the little aliens will possess him, and turn him into a terror.
He'll landshark, and bite everything in it's path. He'll want to eat everything left unprotected.
He'll bark at the kitchen sink when he's thirsty.

THEN, after all that's complete, he'll become the most loyal best friend you'll ever have.
God luck with your new pup.

I'd suggest you stick around, there's a ton of knowledge floating around here.

Thank you all for the great info and reassurance! I'm just a worry wort and am sure that when he becomes a little demon fur-child i'll be wishing we were back in the settling phase

[qbchottu]

Originally Posted by Riccosmama12

He seems to be quite sleepy and more or less a lazy pup. When the kids are around he will play with them and LOVES to snuggle but doesnt really do any independent play and just plops down to rest. Is this normal being that he is still fairly new to our environment or could something more serious be wrong? I should add that he is eating good, drinking good, and pooping/peeing good. Which leads me to my next question.

Totally normal. He's probably just settling in and getting an idea of how things are in this new place. Once he's more comfortable, he'll come alive.

Originally Posted by Riccosmama12

He is a sloppy sloppy drinker . I mean steady stream running out the side of his mouth after having his head in the water bowl drinking. Is this just puppy slop or again something else?

Totally normal! My boy used to be such a messy drinker. He used to actually try to eat the water rather than drink it. I got him a buddy bowl which helps contain the mess. It cuts down on slobber and dripping.

Originally Posted by Riccosmama12

Lastly, he has no interest in treats which is definitely a first for me. Are there really dogs/puppies that dont like treats?

Totally normal. My rescue doesn't have much drive for treats/food. She has gotten a lot better than she used to be though. Find out what does appeal to your pup and use that to engage the pup. My rescue for example has an insane ball drive and I use that to keep her attention during obedience.

You sound like a concerned and attentive owner. Don't worry. You're doing great!

[Riccosmama12]

qbchottu, thank u so much for answering my questions individually. I quess I'm just always used to seeing psycho puppies that a settling phase is unfamiliar territory...lol.

[qbchottu]

Haha definitely. If he continues to have little energy and you are still concerned in a few weeks time, I would have a vet check him out to make sure he doesn't have any physical/health problems.

[glinny]

I can't believe that I'm the first one to offer a trade. I would LOVE to have a sleepy puppy. Enjoy it while you can.