What to have on hand when you bring home that bundle of joy

samsonsmom · 09-06-2007, 08:18 PM

Came up with this idea, not on my own, but had some help putting this together...Thanks Lisa & Andrea! Anyways, this is a list of things you should have on hand when you bring home that cute new puppy *

Leash[/*:m:12n4jwth]
collar[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Id tag for collar[/*:m:12n4jwth]
food(same as breeder is using)[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Stainless steel or ceramic food & water bowls[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Tasty treats[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Grooming supplies:clippers or dremel & brush[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Blanket from breeder if possible[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Toy from breeder[/*:m:12n4jwth]
new toys(kongs,nylabones, soft squeakies)[/*:m:12n4jwth]
crate[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Baby Gates[/*:m:12n4jwth]
blankets(washable)[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Nature's Miracle(for carpet stains)[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Bitter Apple for chewing[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Hot water bottle[/*:m:12n4jwth]
Ticking clock[/*:m:12n4jwth]
This isn't necessary, but a great idea - A baby playpen[/*:m:12n4jwth]

Benadryl: 1-2 mg per lb. every 8 hrs. (60-lb. dog, 2-4 * 25mg tablets every 8 hrs.)
Aspirin: 5mg per lb. every 12 hrs. (one 300mg tablet per 60-lb. dog every 12 hrs.)
Hydrogen peroxide to induce vomiting: 1-3 tsp. every 10 min. until dog vomits.
Pepto-Bismol: 1 tsp. per 5 lb. per 6 hrs. (3-4 tbsp. per 60-lb. dog per 6 hrs.)
Kaopectate: 1 ml per lb. per 2 hrs. (3-4 tbsp. per 60-lb. dog per 2 hrs.)
Immodium: 1mg per 15 lbs., 1-2 times daily
Mineral oil (as a laxative): 5-30 ml per day; do not use long-term

*Anything I've left off that someone wants to add, please do so *

Kate · 09-06-2007, 08:50 PM

This is a great list, and I think you should make it a sticky for bringing home baby!

Zuri · 09-06-2007, 09:04 PM

I love the list and I had most of those things for my baby girl

I have to add this one thing though that I think is truely important to any new pet owner...

Patience! :P

(but im sure that must go without question, no?)

Cocosmom · 03-25-2008, 03:03 PM

Paper shavings for the pups kennel. Boxers have sensitive skin and the paper shavings absorb urine if the pup pee's, keeping it off it's skin. I bring home the shavings from my paper shredder at work.

JettaAndOscar · 03-25-2008, 03:08 PM

A camera!!!! They grow up so fast and you must document all the cuteness! *Of course this isn't really necessary, but its nice to have. *Plus it will save some outrage from fellow forums members if you post pictures of the new pup!

HannaBanana · 03-25-2008, 03:15 PM

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Paper shavings for the pups kennel. Boxers have sensitive skin and the paper shavings absorb urine if the pup pee's, keeping it off it's skin. I bring home the shavings from my paper shredder at work.

IMO I would use soft material for the puppy crate, like a pad and what not. *95% of the time they will not urinate on where they sleep - hence why crates that are adjustable are perfect. * * You are making the crate to be their "happy place", so IMO the softer, the better! * Also if they have an accident, make sure that the crate pad is washable.

Cocosmom · 03-25-2008, 04:54 PM

We use a nice thick 2-3 inches of paper shreddings on the bottom of the crate and the the pups have always loved it! I swear Coco loves to make it "snow" and then grins on the inside when I have to clean up the ones that escaped the kennel. We also change the shedded paper every day or sooner if there is any accidents.

03-25-2008, 05:13 PM

To add to this list, find a reputable pet store. *The major chains (petsmart/petco) charge more for food and often give bad advice. *I have learned a lot from this site and advise all to trust the "mom and pop" type stores. *Plus my other pets are extremely healthy from further research on what should be fed to them.

Thanks everyone!

PhoenixsMom · 03-25-2008, 05:24 PM

Great list! Very valuable resource...Thanks!

Neemster · 07-06-2008, 07:20 PM

Hey can someone inform me what a bitter apple is for, does that like get them to stop chewing, or is it good for their teeth and meant to be chewed?

09-06-2007, 08:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
samsonsmom BoxerForums Addict Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: alabama Posts: 18,239	What to have on hand when you bring home that bundle of joy Came up with this idea, not on my own, but had some help putting this together...Thanks Lisa & Andrea! Anyways, this is a list of things you should have on hand when you bring home that cute new puppy * Leash[/:m:12n4jwth] collar[/:m:12n4jwth] Id tag for collar[/:m:12n4jwth] food(same as breeder is using)[/:m:12n4jwth] Stainless steel or ceramic food & water bowls[/:m:12n4jwth] Tasty treats[/:m:12n4jwth] Grooming supplies:clippers or dremel & brush[/:m:12n4jwth] Blanket from breeder if possible[/:m:12n4jwth] Toy from breeder[/:m:12n4jwth] new toys(kongs,nylabones, soft squeakies)[/:m:12n4jwth] crate[/:m:12n4jwth] Baby Gates[/:m:12n4jwth] blankets(washable)[/:m:12n4jwth] Nature's Miracle(for carpet stains)[/:m:12n4jwth] Bitter Apple for chewing[/:m:12n4jwth] Hot water bottle[/:m:12n4jwth] Ticking clock[/:m:12n4jwth] This isn't necessary, but a great idea - A baby playpen[/:m:12n4jwth] Benadryl: 1-2 mg per lb. every 8 hrs. (60-lb. dog, 2-4 * 25mg tablets every 8 hrs.) Aspirin: 5mg per lb. every 12 hrs. (one 300mg tablet per 60-lb. dog every 12 hrs.) Hydrogen peroxide to induce vomiting: 1-3 tsp. every 10 min. until dog vomits. Pepto-Bismol: 1 tsp. per 5 lb. per 6 hrs. (3-4 tbsp. per 60-lb. dog per 6 hrs.) Kaopectate: 1 ml per lb. per 2 hrs. (3-4 tbsp. per 60-lb. dog per 2 hrs.) Immodium: 1mg per 15 lbs., 1-2 times daily Mineral oil (as a laxative): 5-30 ml per day; do not use long-term Anything I've left off that someone wants to add, please do so __________________ --WILLOW---Owned by *Angel 8/8/05 & Flick 3/8/08 Samson, waiting at the bridge 8/27/08 CafePress Store \| Boxer Forums Clothing

09-06-2007, 08:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
Kate BoxerForums Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 2,134	Re: What to have on hand when you bring home that bundle of This is a great list, and I think you should make it a sticky for bringing home baby! __________________

09-06-2007, 09:04 PM	#3 (permalink)
Zuri Intermediate User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: South Eastern, Massachusetts Posts: 70	Re: What to have on hand when you bring home that bundle of I love the list and I had most of those things for my baby girl I have to add this one thing though that I think is truely important to any new pet owner... Patience! :P (but im sure that must go without question, no?)

03-25-2008, 03:03 PM	#4 (permalink)
Cocosmom Experienced User Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 296	Re: What to have on hand when you bring home that bundle of Paper shavings for the pups kennel. Boxers have sensitive skin and the paper shavings absorb urine if the pup pee's, keeping it off it's skin. I bring home the shavings from my paper shredder at work. __________________

03-25-2008, 03:08 PM	#5 (permalink)
JettaAndOscar Advanced User Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 880	Re: What to have on hand when you bring home that bundle of A camera!!!! They grow up so fast and you must document all the cuteness! Of course this isn't really necessary, but its nice to have. Plus it will save some outrage from fellow forums members if you post pictures of the new pup! __________________ Jetta the "Road Warrior" (Five year old, dark brindle) Oscar the "Face" *(five month old, fawn)

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03-25-2008, 04:54 PM	#7 (permalink)
Cocosmom Experienced User Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 296	Re: What to have on hand when you bring home that bundle of We use a nice thick 2-3 inches of paper shreddings on the bottom of the crate and the the pups have always loved it! I swear Coco loves to make it "snow" and then grins on the inside when I have to clean up the ones that escaped the kennel. We also change the shedded paper every day or sooner if there is any accidents. __________________

03-25-2008, 05:13 PM	#8 (permalink)
Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What to have on hand when you bring home that bundle of To add to this list, find a reputable pet store. The major chains (petsmart/petco) charge more for food and often give bad advice. I have learned a lot from this site and advise all to trust the "mom and pop" type stores. *Plus my other pets are extremely healthy from further research on what should be fed to them. Thanks everyone!

03-25-2008, 05:24 PM	#9 (permalink)
PhoenixsMom BoxerForums Addict Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: PEI Canada Posts: 2,615	Re: What to have on hand when you bring home that bundle of Great list! Very valuable resource...Thanks! __________________ Sarah - Proud Mom of Phoenix <a href="http://www.TickerFactory.com/"> </a>

07-06-2008, 07:20 PM	#10 (permalink)
Neemster Experienced User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Pleasanton California Posts: 156	Re: What to have on hand when you bring home that bundle of Hey can someone inform me what a bitter apple is for, does that like get them to stop chewing, or is it good for their teeth and meant to be chewed? __________________ -Neema, Bruno's Daddeh.