Hello, I have been reading a while and stocking up on tips for our new arrival. We are getting a Springer puppy on Sunday, which is great timing as DH will beoff for three weeks then and I am at home too. He's 8 weeks, the small and quiet one of the litter. He's our first dog. Kids are pre-teen, I work part time only 12 hours (some from home anyway). We are a busy active family and have a lot of love to give him I reckon! But no experience lol 
We did a lot of research, we wanted an active dog around mid size, looked a few breeds to suit that really. Our breeder has only bred twice, both times to gain a puppy for the family. They prefer a smaller Springer, so looked carefully before choosing a sire. I have seen all the paperwork, health checks, waiting list etc. Think I have done it appropriately. This will be her bitches only litter. Life time advice and happy to take over holidays etc (although, he's coming with us, I ain't leaving him!)
I have a crate and half of Pets at Homes toy department it seems. A ticking clock, water bottle, puppy food, lead, training lead, 6 x clickers (we will lose them all over the house knowing us), a fetching bum bag for treats. We will sleep with him downstairs initially or maybe have him in the landing, just need to finalise that bit. Whatever he needs to settle.
Just wanted to introduce, that's all. Hoping that will get me some advice in the next few weeks
If you're worried about your pet's health, please speak to a vet or qualified professional.
The doghouse
Hello, er getting a puppy on Sunday, thought I would say, well, hello!
needastrongone · 11/12/2012 15:32
Floral - yes, we did. We collect it on Sunday. Thank you.
We did look at rescues Hully. We did talk at lot about that route to be honest and quite seriously, but we feel for us, for a variety of reasons, a puppy is more appropriate for our particular circumstances.
Sorry Floral - I meant thank you for the tip, didn't read quite right
ggirl - We did have a few names but stuck with the one the breeder calls him, Harry. It suits him to be honest!
Most of our friends own dogs (all vaccinated) so he will get lots of socialisation from the word 'go'. I do want to take him to puppy classes though too, most round here seem to be taking a Christmas break then starting up in January, which again, will work.
Have heard it's like having a baby!
My friend has two springers and they are mad as a box of frogs lol.
I would def take him to puppy classes. My friends dogs didn't go and imo they needed/need to.
Lovely dogs though
Aw lovely! We got a springer X staffy pup last week 
She certainly nips, but is learning not so much apart from in her mad hour 
Ah, you're in for it I have a cocker/springer cross and he's the most adorable/funny/demanding/energetic/mental/bouncy/loving dog ever. Make friends with the mud and swamp slime, for it will arrive soon....
Springer x staffy - that's a bouncy mix!!
Chickens - Not sure if you are selling my choice to me or having me run for the hills shouting 'refund please, refund please'
Life - Sounds like she has had super times with you. Being really honest, I have researched and read such a lot of stuff, but have chosen to ignore the fact they grow old. Not sure whether that is a good way or a bad way to go about matters, but that's the way I have done it. Sounds like your girl has rather some life in her yet though!!
Chickens - I too have peeked. Fab! I love the colouring. My SIL has just got a puppy, a cross breed of a lab and a collie (long story, neighbours bitch, rural area, farmers dog on loose etc!) She got her f'ree to a good home' and was ready to mother something now her kids are at Uni and she has the time and love available in her circumstances. She's a lovely chocolate colour in the main, just super
I am very excited today!!!
Aw I am so jealous. I miss the oversized paws and the huge silky ears our springer pup had when we got him.
He's still adorable though and a fantastic dog, they are so much fun
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