Bringing our 5mo ALD home on Monday!

[New Member Introductions]

I'm so excited to bring her home! We've been puppy proofing and getting supplies, and should be all set for her arrival on Monday. She's a 5mo chocolate Australian Labradoodle. Her name is Matilda and we're going to call her either Tillie or Mattie. The kids are pushing for Mattie but Maddie is such a popular name I think Tillie might be better. I think we'll wait to see what name fits her better.

Here's some pictures:

This is my first dog since I was a little girl, and I'm a little nervous... especially about the first few days. Any suggestions for helping with the settling in and bonding with an older puppy? I went to our first training class last night (the first night is without dogs) and felt SO inexperienced! I have so much to learn. I'm grateful to this group for already giving me lots of support. Thank you!

[Lori, Quincy & Frankie]

I think you will be fine, simply because you want to be a good doggie Mom and family and have already put so much thought and planning.  Enjoy it and keep us updated.  

[F, Calla & Luca]

Enjoy Matilda. I would suggest giving her something of a schedule and giving her a spot, perhaps her crate, where she can go to get away from the chaos which the first couple of days will bring.

[Lori, Quincy & Frankie]

I forgot to add what a cutie she is!  (I am partial to chocolate ALD's! )

[Debbie]

She looks adorable,, and you sound prepared,, I would have not too many people coming by the first few days and overwhelming her in her new home.. Have fun!

[Linda, Charlie Brown and Beau]

This puppy is so beautiful!  I love chocolate!  You are already a step ahead of many new puppy owners - you have attended one puppy class! Good for you.  You will be a pro before you know it.  Try to post some photos of homecoming.  I love the name Matilda.   

[Robin and Libby Louise]

Good luck!  You seem to be well prepared.  Matilda is beautiful!

[Camilla and Darwin]

She is precious! I can't wait to hear updates on her and see more pictures!

[Joanna, Zoe & Bender]

Congratulations she's adorable!!!  I think you will figure things out along the way and everything will be ok :)

[Cheryl and Finnegan]

Tillie/Mattie is just adorable --but I'm partial to Australian Labradoodles --all colors:)  It's wonderful that you've already gone to your first training class.  

[Ginny Nightingale]

Wow--a cutie-pie! So exciting! I have a Matilda too! We call her Mattie and it suits her...she is the red dog in my profile pic. 5 months is a great age---they know a lot already and are eager to learn more--have fun!

[Seamus & Haidee]

she is a such a cutie pie. Im also partial to chocolate ALD;-)  i agree to have a nice cozy crate ready for her with lots of chew toys and kongs to stuff.  and take lots of pictures. puppy madness flies by so enjoy every moment.

[Texas Doodle Mom and Molly Rose]

She's beautiful and I love her name! I agree, you are planning and preparing very well and that will help the transition go well for your new pup :)