7 week old jack russell

[tinkerbellsammi]

hello everyone i am new to this forum and am in need of some help.

i bought a jack russell puppy yesterday of a lady, she told me she was 12 weeks old, but on the paper she has written all the info about the dog on, it says she was born 1st of july 2012 which would make her 7 weeks 3 days.

is this too eary? should she be on milk still? please help me.

i was also told she was fully house/toilet trained, but she isnt, we have had a few accidents. at the moment i have a blanket outside where she goes and does her business, as she doesnt like the cold concrete. not sure if this is a good thing or bad, but it was the only way we could get he to go out side.

also we have a crate for her, but last night (first night with us) when we went to bed she was very upset, crying and making some right noises. other half tried putting a light and telly on so it looked like we where still up but nothing worked it was as if she knew we werent there.

she also was sent with a bit of cloth with the scent of her mum on, but i think she may of pee'd on it during the night??? do i get rid of this now or do i leave it in her crate????


first time puppy owner all advise would be grateful

i also posted this in the puppy health bit as i didnt realise id put it int he wrong place

[Loki Love]

Originally Posted by tinkerbellsammi

i bought a jack russell puppy yesterday of a lady, she told me she was 12 weeks old, but on the paper she has written all the info about the dog on, it says she was born 1st of july 2012 which would make her 7 weeks 3 days.

is this too eary? should she be on milk still? please help me.

Welcome to the forum 7 weeks is a bit early, ideally puppies should stay with their momma and littermates until at least 8 weeks. Is there any chance you could speak to the breeder and make arrangements to pick her up in another week to 10 days? If you can't, just make sure you are very diligent with socialization and bite inhibitation

i was also told she was fully house/toilet trained, but she isnt, we have had a few accidents. at the moment i have a blanket outside where she goes and does her business, as she doesnt like the cold concrete. not sure if this is a good thing or bad, but it was the only way we could get he to go out side.

I'm afraid the breeder wasn't very honest with you. Most puppies aren't fully house trained until 5-6 months. I just brought home a rescue (nearly 9 months old) and we are having some house training issues too! You'll need to watch for her signs for when she's about to go and get her outside Normally every hour or so is a good rule of thumb, and especially 20 minutes or so after a meal. She'll get it, just be patient - the important thing is not to scold and when she does go outside, give massive amounts of praise (seriously, it needs to be a party!)

also we have a crate for her, but last night (first night with us) when we went to bed she was very upset, crying and making some right noises. other half tried putting a light and telly on so it looked like we where still up but nothing worked it was as if she knew we werent there.

Can you move the crate into your bedroom where you sleep? She's pretty little, away from her momma, her brothers and sisters, and now in a strange home. She's going to be scared and let you know it. It will take a few days for her to get used to being in a crate, but if you could have it closer to you, I think that would help immensely (but prepare yourself for a few nights of little sleep - she's a baby

she also was sent with a bit of cloth with the scent of her mum on, but i think she may of pee'd on it during the night??? do i get rid of this now or do i leave it in her crate????

I'd wash it and give it back to her - it may or may not do anything for her, but you don't want to leave anything that smells like her pee with her - she'll assume it's a good place for peeing!


Puppies are a lot of work - but also a lot of fun Enjoy!

[tinkerbellsammi]

thank you so much, is she ok to go out little walks so shes used to going out etc???

[Loki Love]

Originally Posted by tinkerbellsammi

thank you so much, is she ok to go out little walks so shes used to going out etc???

Little walks are fine - but nothing too long or strenuous. I'd also get her into a puppy class once she's got her vaccines, etc - she'll benefit from the socialization aspect.

[tinkerbellsammi]

cool il get her booked in for them x thanks so much x

[LavenderRott]

Sounds like you are on the right path.

The only thing I wanted to mention is this - if you are allowing her to "do her business" on a blanket outside, you are effectively teaching her that blankets are the place to go.

[Barkingdog]

Originally Posted by Loki Love

Welcome to the forum 7 weeks is a bit early, ideally puppies should stay with their momma and littermates until at least 8 weeks. Is there any chance you could speak to the breeder and make arrangements to pick her up in another week to 10 days? If you can't, just make sure you are very diligent with socialization and bite inhibitation



I'm afraid the breeder wasn't very honest with you. Most puppies aren't fully house trained until 5-6 months. I just brought home a rescue (nearly 9 months old) and we are having some house training issues too! You'll need to watch for her signs for when she's about to go and get her outside Normally every hour or so is a good rule of thumb, and especially 20 minutes or so after a meal. She'll get it, just be patient - the important thing is not to scold and when she does go outside, give massive amounts of praise (seriously, it needs to be a party!)



Can you move the crate into your bedroom where you sleep? She's pretty little, away from her momma, her brothers and sisters, and now in a strange home. She's going to be scared and let you know it. It will take a few days for her to get used to being in a crate, but if you could have it closer to you, I think that would help immensely (but prepare yourself for a few nights of little sleep - she's a baby



I'd wash it and give it back to her - it may or may not do anything for her, but you don't want to leave anything that smells like her pee with her - she'll assume it's a good place for peeing!


Puppies are a lot of work - but also a lot of fun Enjoy!

It might help to put a ticking clock next to the crate , this will remind the puppy of it mother. I wonder if the dog breeder should be reported or checked up on , they sound like real bad news. The poor puppy being taken away from it mom so young. I agree with that breeder is a very dishonest person.

[tinkerbellsammi]

thank you so much everyone, your all so kind. as you can probs tell where all new to this puppy stuff lol x

[Dog Dancer]

I'm glad to hear that you are enjoying the site and finding it helpful. What works for one may not work for the next, but everything is worth trying. Just remember, nothing happens fast. It may take a few days for your pup to get used to the crate, but after a while when she's comfortable with it you can move it farther away from you. But remember, if she gets restless you want to hear that so you can take her outside to do business. Also remember, never use the crate to punish your pup, it should always be a positive place for her so you can use it anytime you feel you need to. Give her treats and meals in the crate if it helps to make it good for her.

You will find so many people on this board who are happy to share their vast knowledge of so many issues. It's truly amazing what you can pick up from their insight.

That said, have we seen a picture of your sweetie yet?? I may have missed it, but.... we love pics.

[tinkerbellsammi]

how many poo's are puppies of her age meant to do a day roughly, i know its a daft question, but shes only done 3 today since 7 this morning is this ok

here are the pics of my little girl poppy x

http://s1162.photobucket.com/albums/q531/Sammi_lou/