You got me (I hope) because you want a loving partner and companion, so do not relegate me to the backyard when I get bigger, do not judge me harshly but instead mold me with gentleness and guidelines and training into the kind of family member you want me to be. Lets dive into our list of pros and benefits of getting a second iggy. I am delicate, and also very impressionable. You will also receive all of our pupdates newsletter. (With the raw hides and pigs ears monitor thier time with them and take them away when they become to small to avoid your puppy/dog from trying to swallow it whole as they can choke or if successful it can block thier intestines causing unneccessary pain and an expensive vet visit to have it removed.). In so many ways its been easier raising Phoebe, even if you think of just crate training and the first night - our puppy slept through the night in a pen with her sister, without making a peep. Use the first few weeks for socialization and let your Italian Greyhound Puppy experience as much as possible. Please teach me with love, patience, the right way to behave and socialize me with training in a puppy class or obedience class, we will BOTH have a lot of fun together. Find Local Italian Greyhound Rescue Reps By State. If possible, take at least 2 weeks off work when you get your new puppy. This will tell them what immunizations and othe medicinces have been given as well as the brands of the vaccinations. You can repurpose many items as well and let your iggies share a lot. With their marble eyes, their soft puppy coat and their quirky personality its hard to resist them. You will receive a link to download the collars/harnesses guide. Using treats, love, and lots of praise for doing the right thing also reinforces in your puppy the desire to want to please you by doing the right things. Noticing the signs of a young puppy needing to go potty is not something to be taken for granted. You will also receive all of our pupdates newsletter. Phoebe didnt walk upstairs at this time unsupervised but escaping the pen gave her the chance to run up the stairs and she got stuck, not knowing what to do. It could be that youve noticed your Italian greyhound adores other iggies and thrives with their companionship. They may be able to find someone to help care for your IG(s) on a short-term basis for a donation that will benefit the Italian Greyhound Rescue.***. Especially after theyve moved in with their new family, everything will be very overwhelming for them. We don't hide the fact that potty issues are one of the primary reasons we get Italian Greyhounds in to rescue. Remember they are usually teething by the time you get them home. If you have a set up that can handle one eating in the pen and the other roaming free, maybe this timing will not be affected for you. Puppies from a good breeder will move out around the age of 8 to 12 weeks. The puppies especially love to play with the stuffless ones as they are easy for them to carry and play chase with. Another option and one that we use is the expen. will move out around the age of 8 to 12 weeks. You have to be really careful they dont eat something that could harm them. I love you anyway. Actually, it can be quite, hard to get an Iggy fully potty trained at all. Another good choice is the Martingale collar, especially for special trips as they can be purchased in very ornate styles for the times you may want to dress your IG up a bit. So be prepared you wont be able to leave them alone the first few weeks. Perfect for iggy parents and iggy lovers. You only allow it to play after going potty as then it associates playtime outside with something it does after it goes potty. While the decision is very important to make individually, dont be shy to ask your friends. We often see when senior animals are turned in, they seem to really not have any issues when their signals are recognized. Just being aware that you need to prepare financially is a great first step when choosing to become an iggy parent of two. But of course dont do it all at once. Once they begin to walk well and begin exploring we teach them to use an indoor training system also. Especially when they are teething, they will chew everything they can find. The first few weeks with your new Iggy puppy will be so exciting but also very stressful. To aleviate teething issues and help avoid things being chewed that shouldn't be, supply your puppy with plenty of things that are appropriate to chew on or play with. I am a Puppy, I like to play. Do not allow them to run in the house if they have not pottied or you will most likely have accidents in places you don't want them. She would also destroy her beds and de-stuff them we suspect out of boredom. It can be particularly hard on a senior dog to change homes. Companionship for your first iggy - Preventing loneliness has improved Adelaides behaviour and overall happiness. While this may seem silly, it is enjoyable to watch your iggies bond and learn to love each other too. Learn about my particular breed and it's "characteristics", it will give you understanding and insight into WHY I do all the things I do. With all of these benefits, we are not blind to the challenges as well. If you can help it, youll want them to be similar in size, if possible. Be certain that you have the Immunization sheet we provide with each puppy when you go to the vet. For those who may be interested in using indoor potty systems in conjunction with outdoor housetraining or alone,we will provide information on the different systems on another page. Senior dogs do generally need a slight schedule modification if they are having potty issues, but the adjustment is usually minimal. The more time you put into training your Italian Greyhound puppy, the better socialized your Iggy will be and the, Preparation is super important. Do you have a support system? It is better to have one than to find you need one when it is too late. Cuddling - Double the cuteness when they cuddle, Sibling Bond - They always have their eye on each other, Endless Love - The dogs love each other but they still love you, Added vet trips - they wont always go together. Every so often an Italian Greyhound needs surrendered due to a military deployment. Unfortunately they grow up so fast and sooner than you know your little puppy will not be a puppy anymore. Sometimes you need to separate your dogs as well to train them. They will also still love you in their own individual ways. But this is one example of the problem solving skills you will need to develop if youre getting a second iggy, especially a puppy. Toys are also an excellent alternative to offer instead of your personal objects being chewed up and costly replacement of thoseitems. You cant expect to get a puppy from the breeder that is fully potty trained. And, they are also the most difficult to find homes for unfortunately, even though they are usually the sweetest, most well-adjusted, and easiest dogs to handle. Better yet, pick up ANYTHING that you do not want me to get into. In the first few weeks, diarrhea is quite common. There are sites like My Apartment Map that will help you identify pet-friendly places to live. If my high energy level is too much for you, maybe you could consider an older rescue from a shelter or Rescue group. Before & after you bring your puppy home there are things you will want to do. MOSA Italian GreyhoundsNorth Carolinaph: [email protected]. The expen can also be taken with you on trips as a way to confine your puppy if you need too. Also take into consideration the personality of your first dog because you might not know the personality of your new puppy iggy. So enjoy every single day as much as you can and give all you got to socialize your Iggy puppy well for an easy life with your dog! Lets go! It is best to gradually change your puppy's food and not do it all at once. Here are the items you should have in your Italian Greyhound puppy starter kit: Of course these are just the essentials. Feed your puppy at least 2 meals a day no more than 3. Confining your puppy not only keeps it safe but can make potty training go much smoother. We have a lot more tips on our housetraining page to help owners overcome potty training issues. Well see you on the newsletter! Look for a Veterinarian that you would use in advance of bringing your puppy home. IG's need high protien food, they have a very high metabolism and foods that are not high in Protien just do not allow your dog to have the proper nutirents. Not changing food gradually can cause stomach upset and digestive problems. If you require services like doggy daycare or dog walkers, there will be an added expense there as well. In time I will learn. and hand me a toy I CAN chew. If I get too rough, simply ignore me for a few moments, or put me in my crate with an appropriate chew toy. But they can be little maniacs, too. IG's reactions often reflect our mood, demeanor, and actions. It can be a little frustrating at times, but often when we intake a dog in to rescue we find they don't have potty issues at all. When feeding I would avoid plastic dishes, the compounds in the plastic breaks down over time and enters into your dogs food. The more time you put into training your Italian Greyhound puppy, the better socialized your Iggy will be and the less problems you will have later on. Yes, there is a lot you can save money on but supporting another dog will always mean an addition of cost. Confidence in the second puppy came easier for us. Overall, it is a lot of work but any Italian greyhound parent will know that raising an iggy for the first time is also a lot of work. ***Putting a dog in a temporary home may cause undue stress similar to re-homing a dog, and the dog may try to escape in order to find their owners. These are the reasons why getting our second Italian greyhound proved to be the best decision for our family. Now Adelaide has a partner in crime, we fear that she could also inspire Phoebe to de-stuff beds when left unattended or other destructive behaviour. Maybe youve had an Italian greyhound for a while and youre starting to think there might be room in your life for another one. Do not be mad at me or expect me to be sedate, mellow and sleep all day. Whether its a good thing or not, Phoebe was much more confident seeing Adelaide jump up onto the couch so she attempted to jump up before she was physically able to do it. Again, this is not a huge concern for us but it is something to keep in mind. In our case, all of the pros outweigh the cons in the balance of our decision we made. I am a Puppy and I am not perfect, and I know you are not perfect either. They learned to cuddle together almost instantly, they lick each others ears affectionately and have each others backs. Lastly, keep in mind the gender and size of your first dog and the incoming puppy. I am a Puppy; I will chew EVERYTHING I can get my teeth on. You also want them to be open to discussing treatment options that you may have researched and not just dismiss you on it. Our dogs love the fury toys both the squeeky kind and the new stuffless ones. IG's can slip collars and harnesses if not properly fitted or adjusted. We highly recommend pet insurance for this breed because of the risk of leg breaks, among other issues that could arise unexpectedly. I will run around, and chase imaginary monsters, and chase your feet and your toes and 'attack' you, and chase fuzzballs, other pets, and small kids. One of the funniest things we enjoy watching them do during play sessions is bumping chests and locking arms. If you are fortunate enough to have some Italian greyhound friends, a great idea would be to babysit your friends puppy and see how it goes. There are other groups specifically dedicated to helping our wonderful military personnel upon deployment orders. I am a Puppy, this means that my intelligence and capacity for learning are the same as an 8-month-old child. Every challenge that presents itself to us in this process is overcome because we have time to devote to raising our iggies, we have amazing support from family as well as a strong Italian greyhound community. It is best if you do not crate your dog regularly that it be accustomed to the crate in the event it is neccissary to put him/her in it, even for a short time. We do not reccomend anything with a low success rate as if it is llikely to not work or has failed morethan succeeded,it can just add frustration to the training of your puppy and the goal is to keep your experience as postive and stress free as possible. This is not a free service offered by our affiliates if they can help, rather it is something that you will need to negotiate a set fee per week, paid in advance, for the dog's care as you would with any veterinary office or boarding kennel.***. Check your email (maybe even your junk mail box) for the link to download your Crate Training Guide. Puppies love to chew wires, shoes, plantsand almost anything they can get. If your first dog is much older, sometimes inviting in a puppy can be exhausting for them and frustrating for the puppy to have an older friend that wont play like another puppy. Hi friend, good to see you! When accidents do happen it is usualy due too human error, wether it be lack of learning/knowing your dogs ques when it has to potty, leaving it unsupervised (allowing it to run in the house freely while still being trained), or just our lack of consistensy with them in thier training. Its hard to give an exact answer here but: The more the better! This may sound like a con instead of a pro, but we really see the confidence as a good thing. Examples of this are leash training, socialization situations and dog school. Weve also added in a few extra points for fun. Theres no hiding the extra expenses you will have when getting a second iggy. Although this is not something common, it does happen and if we have available resources we may be able to help on a very limited basis. Look at your home and see what room you are going to leave your puppy in when you are out in the event you do not crate train. NewsletterAboutBlog on MediumContactTerms & Conditions. Make sure that you never miss a pupdate! Adelaide was so mentally and physically stimulated to have her friends over for the day and we knew in that moment that we had to explore the option of bringing home a second iggy forever. You can buy so much more! You are armed with experience in things like potty training, what to do in an emergency, knowledge of leg breaks, insurance, nail clipping etc. Its kind of like having a baby because you are new to this situation and it takes some time to build up a routine. But what do you need? Adelaide, our first iggy, was very lonely on days when we couldnt go to the dog park and socialize with other dogs. But keep in mind: The stressful times will be over sooner than you know and soon you will miss them! An unsupervised puppy that is allowed to have full run of the house or large areawill most likely have more accidents as they are too busy playing or doing whatever their minds are on to really think of going back to the proper place to potty and many times they just can not hold it long enough to get back to the potty area and just need to go. Whether youre a relatively new iggy parent or youve had your dog for a while, The Iggy Parents are here to help you make an informed decision when it comes to bringing another Italian greyhound into your life. Giving you first iggy a sibling is their chance to be a big sibling and help protect your new puppy. We like to keep it real here and not just what it looks like polished on an Instagram feed. To not stress your puppys digestion even more, we recommend sticking to the puppy formula your dog got at the breeder for the first two weeks until the puppy has completely settled in. Check your email (maybe even your junk mail box) for the link to download your Crate Training Guide. This resulted in a bit of behaviour issues such as biting our fingers, our clothing or hair. So make sure you always have an eye on them and that you dont leave anything laying around. If you treat me harshly now, I will grow up learning to fear being hit, spanked, kicked or beat. Since they are similarly sized and shaped they can play together better than any other dog weve ever met. This allows you to sit up an area any where in your home (I would reccomend on a solid floor and not carpeting) to confine the puppy in. Some things that are non-negotiable are food, vet bills, harness/collar for when theyre fully grown, pee pads (if you are indoor potty training full time). You cannot rob them of their training time and bonding time with you. A surprise leg break surgery can also be incredibly expensive. At that age, all puppies are super cute and Italian Greyhound puppies are the cutest. Content can not be copied, reproduced or duplicated without prior written consent. Confidence in yourselves - You as a parent are more experienced with things like potty training, what to do in an emergency, leg breaks, insurance, nail clipping etc. We came running and were able to at least catch the accident. Besides they thrive on attention and it doesn't put on extra wieght. They always have their eye on each other and sometimes even tattle on each other to their humans. We found our second iggy, Phoebe, learned faster in many ways. Do not spank or yell at your puppy when they have an accident, this will cause your puppy to have fear. Therefore becoming a reward. We do our absolute best in helping every dog in our care, however we cannot control the will of the dog, and will not be held responsible for run-away pets. Bringing your new MOSA puppy homeis an exciting and happy time. 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