So I finally got a puppy...

ASweetHeart · #1 (**permalink**) 04-06-2008, 01:33:41 AM

Here he is:
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He's a 5 month old terrier.

I've never had a dog before, anyone have any book recommendations?

terrortoys · #2 (**permalink**) 04-06-2008, 01:36:31 AM

Very Cute hwat an adventure you have embarked on. I am sure others will have book recommendations.. we have 2 hamsters I haven't had a dog since I was 4!!

Amniculus · #3 (**permalink**) 04-06-2008, 01:39:36 AM

Awww whatta sweetie.

fortunecookie · #4 (**permalink**) 04-06-2008, 02:00:26 AM

I like Cesar Milan's books. Get "Cesar's Way" He explains life from a dog's point of view so you avoid problems before they start. Or fix them after they start. He's the guy with that show "Dog Whisperer". I also like "Housebreaking puppies for Dummies"

Congratulations! There's nothing like a new puppy!

Montani Semper Liberi · #5 (**permalink**) 04-06-2008, 02:08:29 AM

I SERIOUSLY RECOMMEND going to leerburg.com and getting "Your Puppy 8 weeks to 8 months" also "Basic Obedience".

They are both inexpensive and will do you WAY more good than going to dog classes anywhere.

Also read on the left "Training Articles"

jazzhands · #6 (**permalink**) 04-08-2008, 07:26:06 PM

Congrats! what a cutie! I wholeheartedly recommend "Good Owners, Great Dogs" it's a reference book that can be used for puppies and adult dogs. Seriously, I read it cover to cover and I am always flipping through it for ideas/guideance/advice.

The Amazon reviews also helped me decide.

Cin42382 · #7 (**permalink**) 04-08-2008, 07:30:49 PM

Awww how cute :) Is it a jack russell? It kind of looks like one.

My parents jokingly call me the dog trainer of the family lol. My best advice is to use the internet. I find the information online more helpful than any book I bought.

Just remember: be patient! lol. As cute as he is, he's going to make a mess whether you like it or not lol.

BTW, what's his name?

Cin42382 · #8 (**permalink**) 05-08-2008, 02:19:43 PM

What did you end up naming him??

aaahchuu · #9 (**permalink**) 05-08-2008, 02:25:47 PM

What a cutie, congrats!
If it's a Jack Russell, they're full of energy.
If you'd like his own homepage, you can register him at Dog breed, adoption, health & care information at Dogster. Photo, video, sharing community for dogs it's a very good site.

greenfrog57 · #10 (**permalink**) 05-08-2008, 02:39:18 PM

Congrats, ASH! No recommenations, but I hope he is an obedient pups (unlike my 8 yr old lab puppy)....