1. For
a MINIMUM of 72 hours before to Go Home Day, please refrain from
spending any time with dogs or puppies and avoid going to any pet
stores, shelters, Humane Societies, dog parks, groomers, or veterinary
offices. Canine parvovirus is an extremely severe and contagious
illness that can be inadvertently spread through clothing and footwear.
If exposed, it will kill the entire litter. We are really concerned
about our puppies' safety!
2. If you forget anything for your puppy, PLEASE do not make any
last minute trips to the pet store. Please ask us we may have it,
or order from Amazon, often times you are able to get over night
delivery.
3.
Please reschedule your visit
if you are unwell and infectious.
4. If you have little children who do not
follow regulations, please do not bring them to puppy pick-ups. We
don't have extra employees to deal with youngsters, and puppy pick-ups
are usually extremely chaotic. A designated adult to supervise
youngsters and a designated adult to collaborate with us on the puppy
will be required.
How
to
greet your puppy
You only get one shot to create a good
first impression! Follow these easy guidelines to help you and your
puppy get off to a fantastic start. Unfortunately, we've seen some
owners get so delighted that they terrify their puppies. Make certain
that this does not happen to you! For a bigger printable picture, click
here.
Things
to do before Gotcha Day:
Here are just a few
reminders of things that need to be done prior to Gotcha day:
1- Food:
***Please Note,
you MUST order your
food prior to Gotcha Day***
All Yorkie
Puppies are Eating
PawTree Real Chicken & Oatmeal Recipe
& Paw Tree Freeze Dried Raw Real Chicken Recipe & Purina One Puppy Lamb & Rice Canned Food
(Click on
pictures to order)
2-
NuVet Supplements
We LOVE these. Our dogs have
done so well on them and they can stay on them for a life time.
FDA Approved. We have ours autoshipped so we don't
forget to order them.
(Click on the picture to order:)
3-Paw Tree Gastro Pro Plus
Pre/Pro Biotic, Digestive Enzymes. Our dogs have
done amazing on this,
your puppies have been on this since day one.
(Click on the picture to order)
4. Paw
Tree Wild Alaskan Salmon & Pollock Oil
(Click on Picture or order)
5- Activate your 30
Days of Trupanion Pet Insurance
To safeguard your pup, it is highly
recommended that you join up for Trupanion. You've made a significant
investment, and this will safeguard you against any accidents,
illnesses, or injuries that your puppy may suffer. Your pup comes
with 30 days of complimentary Pet Insurance through Trupanion.
All you have to do is activate it within 24 hours of receiving your
puppy. Details will be emailed to you as well as in your puppy's
go home packet.
Overview
of the Go Home Day Offer for buyers outside
of Florida and California:
· 30
days of coverage with no obligation
· Immediate
coverage, waiting periods are waived
· $250
deductible and 90% coverage, no payout limits
Overview
for Florida Buyers:
· 50%
coverage with NO deductible, no payout limits
· Immediate
coverage, waiting periods are waived
· 30
days of coverage with no obligation
Overview
for California Buyers:
· Waived
$35 enrollment fee
· Immediate
coverage, waiting periods are waived
·
You pick the deductible to determine
what the premium is
No matter where you
live, their coverage for accidents and illness is the same.
No waiting periods, no payout limits, and immediate peace of mind
coverage with a full Trupanion policy.
Your
offer is time sensitive—YOU
must activate within 24 hours before or after go home.
You will be provided
the pet’s vet records.
6-
Sign up for Baxter
and Bella Training Program
When
it comes to dog training we absolutely love BAXTER & Bella, which
offers and online program that is easy to use and fun to follow. What's
more, it's available everywhere you have an internet connection and on
any device you want to use.Good news... we have teamed up with them to
provide you with an instant 25% off discount for lifetime access to
their Online Puppy School! It includes a STEP-BY-STEP PROGRAM to
follow, CLASSES & COURSES to attend, GAMES to play, ACTIVITIES for
successful socialization, unlimited LIVE! HELP with their team of
professional trainers, as well as so much more! We highly recommend it
and you can save 25% instantly by entering discount code: SETAREH LEARN MORE about
BAXTER & Bella HERE: https://www.baxterandbella.com/learn-more
Unless
you have a discount code the cost is $238.00 Save 25% which is
$59.50
using our discount code SETAREH and it is only $179.50
7-
Make Final Payment Arrangements(this is typically done by 8 weeks
unless other arrangements have been made)
After deposit
remaining balance is $2000.00 Please visit this
page to pay: http://yorkies.setarehpets.com/deposit.php If you are planning on
bringing cash at pick up please let us know ahead of time
8- Contract
& Warranty
Read
the Contract on the website so that you are familiar with
it. You don't have to print it off, just make sure to read it and
let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Contract
9- Make a Vet
Appointment within 3 days of Gotcha Day You
are making an appointment for a Puppy Wellness Visit (NO vaccinations
or deworming treatments will be needed. ) Make sure to bring the Health
Examination
Certificate that we gave with you. Our qualified veterinarian will
provide your puppy's first two series of immunizations, as well as a
bordetella for kennel cough. You will be given a Health Examination
Certificate to give to your veterinarian so that they are aware of what
has been done and when it was done so that they can proceed with the
next steps. Vaccinations are essential for preserving and establishing
immunity in your puppy's body against certain illnesses. Remember to
consult your veterinarian about heartworm/flea/tick prevention in your
region, and to follow your veterinarian's recommendations for proper
and timely deworming. We use and recommend Bayview
Animal Hospital in Farmington, UT 801-451-2359
10- Time to join
our private group for Setareh Yorkie Owners
We share stories, ask
for advice, plan yorkie parties and more
11- Puppy Items I
recommend
12- Raising the
Empowered Puppy Manual The
only book that concentrates on raising a loving, self-assured, and
well-adjusted dog companion, regardless of breed, is "Raising the
Empowered Puppy." It serves as a guide to help you and your puppy make
sure you keep setting a good example for them during those crucial
first eight weeks of life at home.
In
order to make sure that you and your puppy succeed at home, we think
that this guide is a need for every puppy family. To order a copy of
"Raising the Empowered Puppy," click the link below.
14- Have you puppy
proofed your home? Caught up on sleep? Read this to help
make the transition a little smoother. Puppy
Go Home Information
15- Puppy Care
Information
If you haven't already
please visit our Puppy Homecoming Prep webpages Click for your Puppy Care Packet (
** You will be getting a Puppy Home Guide with over 80 pages of
information at pickup this is just an abbreviated version of info for
you to review of the most important stuff!)
17- Learn about the
paperwork that will be going home with your dog
Coming Soon
18- Address and how
to enter Setareh Yorkies home
(This will be emailed to you once you have set your pick up time for your puppy)
19- Get
the word out
I've only ever done business with what I've
learned about my own principles, beliefs, and integrity. I take delight
in providing excellent service and raising healthy, sociable family
members. A personal reference from your family, friends, and business
acquaintances, as well as total strangers whom your yorkie will
undoubtedly introduce you to, is the finest praise I can receive. Even
great are excellent evaluations. A positive review on Facebook, or
Google is always welcome, as are texted testimonies or entertaining
images, as well as nice words. Don't forget to tag me on Facebook and
Instagram.
Whether
picking up your puppy in person or greeting them at the airport, here
is a list of a few helpful things to bring with you:
1.
It is really better to travel with the puppy in a secure travel crate
in case of an accident. -but i usually end up with them in my lap
anyway
2. Paper towels in case of car sickness or other mistakes. Moist baby
wipes are also great to have on hand for quick clean ups.
3. A soft towel or baby blanket for your puppy to snuggle in.
4. A small bottle of water and a shallow bowl for drinking, in case
your puppy gets thirsty.
5. Tube of Nutrical Here is a link to our favorite Nutrical at Amazon.
6. Potty Pads –Pleasedo
not put your puppy down on the ground in places like a gas station,
rest stop, right outside a store, etc where MANY dogs have also used
the bathroom in the same grass before you & your little puppy were
there. Many dogs are not vaccinated & if there was a dog that had
parvo even 7-9 years ago & used the bathroom in that spot, the
Parvo may still infect your puppy & can be lethal to him/her. Your
puppy is not protected against Parvo until all 3 or 4 vaccinations are
complete, (at 6, 8,. 12, sometimes 16 weeks, 1 yr old, then NOT every
year after that as some vets still recommend. You may think this
Parvo protection instructions sound like “over-kill” but it is not.
After you pup has been fully vaccinated you do not have worry about
this kind of thing.
7. XS or Small (usually small) Soft Harness & leash. Here is my
favoritepuppy
harnessat
Amazon. Regular collar – they will need around 6-9 inch size
collar to begin with. Although we provide one to start with.
What
Comes with your Setareh Puppy:
You will receive a puppy kit with your new puppy, we
provide the following:
1. A Sample Bag of Puppy Feed (Paw Tree Chicken &
Oatmeal & Paw Tree Freeze Dried Raw Real Chicken Recipe).
2. A bag of dog biscuits/treats that your puppy
loves
3. A 6 day supply of NuVet Vitamins
4. A blanket with mom's scent on it
5. A record of Puppies Vaccinations &
Deworming
6. Our Puppy Manual "A Helpful Guide for
you and your new Yorkie"
7. A 1 Year Health Guarantee (with option to
extend up to 5 years)
8. Puppy's 1st collar
9. Microchip with registration
10. 30 Days of Complimentary Pet Insurance.
Tips for Driving with a new puppy
The trip to their
new homes will most likely be the most traumatic time
the puppies have ever had. We've known about this day for a long time,
but there's no way to tell them about it until it happens. Some puppies
adjust to the shift better than others. Allow your puppy to feel secure
and protected by being gentle and caring. Make this a peaceful and
relaxed journey.
If your journey home is longer than 2
hours, pack a water bottle and a
small dish to keep your puppy hydrated. Bringing a beach towel or
anything to place your dog on is a wonderful idea, especially if they
become anxious and car sick. Wet wipes are also an excellent "just in
case" item to keep on hand. If your journey is longer, you may need to
pull over and let your puppy out. Very clean settings, particularly
churches, are recommended. Please do not stop at busy gas stations,
motels, or other congested areas. Bringing extra disposable pee pads to
spread out in your car is another alternative for stopping. It is
essential that at least two of you are in the car on the way home. One
person should concentrate on driving while the other concentrates on
the puppy. We recommend keeping the puppy in your lap while driving so
that he or she feels safe. Some folks also like to have a kennel set up
so that the puppy has another choice throughout the journey. You'll
probably want to keep the bully stick in your puppy's backpack so he
may gnaw on it while traveling. It would be beneficial to have this on
hand if you acquired a snuggling dog.
Keep your automobile's air
conditioning as cool as possible to keep
your dog comfortable and avoid road sickness. A smooth ride is also
advantageous. Continue driving if your pet falls asleep. The only time
you should stop is if your puppy is becoming agitated and squirmy. In
that situation, he or she may need to use the restroom. On the day of
pickup, your dog will have only eaten breakfast. Before you depart,
make sure your puppy does pee in our yard. This will assist you in
getting closer to your destination.
It's fine to feed your puppy on the
walk home from your hand so that
they don't become too "empty." The first day should be spent mostly
hand-feeding your puppy in order for him to learn your scent and
correlate it with food (which is the highest valued item for a dog). If
your puppy doesn't eat well the first week, don't worry. Allow them to
take their time. Some people eat well, while others barely eat at all.
They know what they require and will most likely consume less as a
result of the shift. After the first week, the appetite normally
improves.
After
Puppy Comes Home:
Your pet
is entering an unknown environment with strangers. Do not just leave
them on the floor to explore. They should not have full access to the
house. Take them to the location you've chosen for elimination and
allow them plenty of time to do so. Then take them to where their food
and drink will be prepared and attempt to persuade them to sit while
you prepare their meal. Take them back to the elimination area when
they've finished eating. You can show them the cramped quarters where
they'll be staying. Hopefully, you've already puppy-proofed the kitchen
or any other areas where they'll have access.
Unless
your family room and kitchen are connected, kids shouldn't have access
to more than one area until they are older and can be left alone. Have
a basket full of toys they can grasp and play with (I prefer a
non-chewable, low rubber bucket) that you can use to divert their focus
away from chewing unsuitable stuff. When they are not in their crate or
secure playpen area, they must be observed at all times.
Your puppy may get nauseated or car sick as a result of their
automobile journey. They'll be extremely thirsty if they were drooling
in the car, which means they'll want to drink a lot more than normal
and, of course, need to urinate a lot more than usual during the first
several hours.
Introduce them to the rest of the family after that. Allow the puppy to
approach each individual and smell them before giving attention
(ideally on the floor). It is critical that the puppy be returned to
its owners rather than being picked up by strangers. Puppies will leap
on you and bite you. You and your children will need to know how to
turn their backs on the puppy when necessary
when
roughhousing and/or leaping is included. Tranquil will be instilled in
the dog by a calm household and children. Running and being ecstatic
will inspire the puppy to do the same.
If your puppy
will be meeting another dog at your house, be sure to introduce them in
a neutral location such as the sidewalk in front of your house.
However, avoid regions where there have been a lot of dogs, as the
puppy's immune system is still susceptible to parvo and other
infections. Inside, make sure all of the present dog's toys are put
away so that they don't become jealous if the new puppy pounces on
one...which they will. Always keep more toys, snacks, and other items
than pets so they don't compete for the same thing. Your new puppy will
need to be fed separately from your current dog. If you presently leave
food out all day, begin practicing picking it up when your cat or dog
has finished eating so that they are accustomed to eating at mealtime
when the new puppy arrives. The puppy can eat in its box, but it's
crucial to keep an eye on how much it eats and make sure it doesn't
consume other pets' food.
Your puppy is accustomed to being in the company of its littermates,
parent canines, and family members. They'll be a little lonely without
their family and will want to be near you. To avoid feeling lonely,
keep their crate and/or playpen close to you. Because you can't sleep
over their wailing, relegating them to the basement laundry isn't good
for your pet. In our present house, they are used to music, commotion,
and news, so play anything gently in the background if they appear to
be lonely. Short crate sessions when they can hear you nearby are
wonderful practice for lengthier crate sessions while y Allow
them to calm and rest while praising them, then let them out according
to your timetable. Obviously, if you know they need to go potty, don't
put it off. You're away from home. When you reach home and kids start
to grow excited, don't rush to console them.
Patience,
consistency, and positive reinforcement are essential for your puppy's
development. Puppies enjoy routines, and sticking to one can help you
succeed. Right now your puppy is used to being free fed, this should
continue until they are 4 months old. Then until they are six
months, your puppy will require three meals per day; after that, it can
be reduced to twice daily. You may start this as early as 4 or 5 months
of age by gradually reducing the midday meal while boosting breakfast
and dinner to compensate. Eventually, a fast exercise session with
sweets will totally replace the noon meal. To aid toilet training, keep
them on their current food for at least the first few months, and if
you must transition, do so carefully over a three-week period.
When your puppy first wakes up, soon after eating or drinking, during
and after playtime, and just before night, he or she will need to go
pee. Take them out to eliminate, and if they potty, praise, praise,
praise. As a treat, you may bring them in for supervised play.
Your puppy will most certainly need to urinate at least once throughout
the night in the beginning, most likely about 2:30 a.m., and
potentially twice. Make this a one-time task. Take them outdoors
without pausing to play, eat, or drink anything, congratulate them for
going, and then return them to their box. You want them to know that
waking up in the middle of the night isn't a sign of disrespect, but
that you realize they have to leave. Once they're back in their box,
try to ignore any objections if you know they've gone, but be aware
that they may have peed but not pooped, necessitating a second
trip. Carry them outdoors during the first few weeks to avoid any
unintentional pauses on the way out the door. Slowly move them away
from the door, so they have to hold it while waiting for you to open it
and allow them out to the toilet area. They will eventually be able to
come out of the container and wait until they are outside. They will
gradually sleep longer and longer until they are able to sleep through
the night without needing to go pee.
Stress & How it can affect
your puppy & Treatment
If
your puppy is anxious or has lost their appetite (for example, due to
carsickness), give them "force feedings" by forcing them to eat from
your hand, a spoon, or a syringe until they feel better. Just like you
would with a sick child.
If it doesn't work, try mixing some tasty canned food with the dry
food; if that doesn't work, try simply canned food or a piece of
chicken. Gerber baby chicken in the jar and Gerber baby rice cereal in
the box can also be combined to produce a "gruel." Mix in enough puppy
milk or goat's milk (not cow's milk) or water to moisten. It is
important to consume some nutrients. I also recommend purchasing a bag
of "Stella &
Chewy's Chicken Freeze Dried Dog Food"
in case your puppy loses his or her appetite and refuses to eat. This
nearly always works! They're also wonderful for training!
Nutra-Cal or
Forti-Cal
are available at pet shops or online (several brands available, syrup
is fine also in a pinch). It's especially critical when the puppy is
anxious and doesn't eat or eats badly. If needed, you can administer
2-4ml of Mega-Cal four times a day. I recommend giving a glob 2 times a
day for the first week as a preventative for hypoglycemia. It
provides the vitamins and nutrients that puppies require to be healthy.
If your puppy doesn't lick the MegaCal off a spoon, don't worry....
Open the puppy's mouth and apply some on the roof of his mouth like
peanut butter using your finger or the syringe I supply. It melts
practically instantly, ensuring that the puppy is not choked.
Give 3 or 4ml of Forti-Cal to your dog if he or she is having trouble
waking up, is shaky, or has watery eyes. Repeat. If there is no
improvement after 20 minutes, repeat the procedure and consult a
veterinarian right away.
This "period" of weak appetite normally only lasts a few days, after
which you will see your child returning to the food bowl. Even if
they've been eating the hard puppy kibble, they could prefer a soft
canned meal or a little moist kibble now. We've adopted the "Whatever
Works" mindset to just get kids to eat again. Small bits of cooked
chicken, canned food mixed with a little cottage cheese, or plain fat
yogurt are some of our favorites. On this mixture, I've recovered a lot
of pups and dogs. A bag of "Stella & Chewy's Chicken Freeze Dried
Dog Food," a can of cooked chicken, and powdered puppy milk or
goats'
milk are all essential.
Then they go back to eating dry puppy food one day. There's no need to
rush; just make sure they get the nourishment that a developing puppy
requires. They may have soft stools at this time due to the shift in
nutrition from their typical diet (little bit of canned mixed with the
dry kibbles). When they return to their usual diet, this should improve
Warning Signs:
Call your vet IMMEDIATELY If you observe any of these signs in your new
puppy:
LONG-TERM APPETITE LOSS (Greater than 8 hours in a brand new puppy)
EXTREME WATER CONSUMPTION and/or urination every few minutes
WEAKNESS, EXCESSIVE SLEEPING
VOMITING, DIARRHEA, EXCESSIVE STRAINING WITH BM
RUNNING EYES OR NOSE (puppies can have clear drainage from their nose
and eyes, but if it turns yellow or green - be concerned)
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN BEHAVIOR SNEEZING, COUGHING
It's never a bad idea to administer MegaCal/NutraCal before and after
any stressful event, such as a vet visit or a wash for the first week.
It's simply a phone call or an email away to reach out to me. I value
your tiny one just as much as you do.
Start
to be concerned if diarrhea (liquid stool) occurs frequently. If your
puppy's diarrhea is a very dark brown/black color, bring a sample in a
zip-lock bag to your veterinarian right away. This is crucial until the
puppy reaches the age of six months. I'll give you some oral medicine
(Panacur/Fenbendazole) to give to your puppy for the first six days
after you acquire him/her to avoid the parasites Coccidia and Giardia,
which are the two most common causes of diarrhea (apart from Parvo), so
we should be OK. It would be simpler for you to administer the white
Panacur if you soak 1ml of liquid in a piece of the Stella Freeze Dried
Chicken snacks I supplied you. Between days 3 and 5, give your
new dog a bath (or just wash his or her small bum). If your puppy's
diarrhea persists, please visit your veterinarian for extra treatment
(typically Flagyl/Metronidazole and a probiotic).
Vaccinations:
Your puppy's final vaccines will be
scheduled by your veterinarian. Every veterinarian has their own
timetable, however usually vaccinations are given every 3/4 weeks until
the series of 3 or 4 doses is finished. Keep your new puppy in your lap
or a kennel until his or her vaccines are complete, and keep him or her
away from other dogs and off the vet's floor. This includes not
allowing strangers or youngsters to pet your puppy while at the
veterinarian's office. Remember, there are more germs and viruses there
than anyplace else because of all the ill animals that came before you
and your dog! If your veterinarian recommends "yearly" vaccines for the
remainder of your dog's life, he is likely over-vaccinating, which can
lead to auto-immune diseases.
Please consider getting a "titer" drawn to determine whether or not
your adult dog need it. I don't believe any canine, including people,
requires annual vaccines for the rest of their lives.
You must protect your puppy from these infectious diseases until
the "puppy immunizations" (6, 8, 12, 16 weeks or thereabouts) are
completed, but it is also critical to maintain your dog's socialization
with other pets and humans. If you have any friends or relatives that
have vaccinated and healthy animals that you may visit, it is fantastic
(and safe). Classes for puppies are highly recommended and a lot of fun!
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the first location where photos and videos appear. There is also a
private Facebook page for puppy owners. You may join this group right
now by answering a few simple questions. Setareh Yorkies Owners Group
is the name of the group. Grooming, veterinary care, training, and a
variety of other issues are covered. Our main Facebook page, not the
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