Switching gears....

The litter we had been waiting on is still not here. Another breeder we had been interested in but did not have what we wanted available emailed me yesterday and had someone back out of one of the males that we had been interested in. So looks like we will have a doodle this next week.

I haven't been able to sleep all night thinking of everything that I need to get done now that we aren't waiting anymore. So my questions to all of you is there anything that you can think of that we absolutely need. I have a list of things to do today, call our vet and the basics. But please list everything big or small just to make sure I haven't forgotten ANYTHING. What type of comb/brush works best with a nice wavy coat?

We originally were going to call him Max, but after watching Cinderella with the kids last night I think Gus will be his new name.

Thanks,

Stephanie

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Permalink Reply by Mimi Linna, Lilly and Lolly on July 14, 2011 at 6:28am

how exciting!!! he is so cute. I bet you guys are over the moon with happiness. Keep us posted.

Permalink Reply by Traci -Bexter & Maggie on July 14, 2011 at 6:31am

He is adorable! Congratulations! How exciting! The things I can think of are:

crate - bedding is optional - Bexter does great with his, but I've heard some dogs prefer the colder tray (I did have a snuggle puppy in the crate too)

I bought a dog bed (which Bexter NEVER uses...he'd rather sleep on the cold kitchen floor) Maybe in the winter...

some chew toys - I keep them in a small bin & he gets them out himself. It's cute!

bowls

food

leash

collar w/tag (I was so excited to put his name on the tag...made it seem official)

Nature's Miracle spray for accidents

Bitter Apple spray

doggie poop bags

training treats (keep by door & take with you when you go potty break w/ him - treat him immediately upon relieving

I personally use baby/doggie wipes to clean off his bottom too & keep them by back door w/leash & treats & poop bags

bell for the door if you are planning to bell train him

I bought Touch of Milk's (online) Milsheen 4 in 1 shampoo - LOVE IT

Most of my grooming supplies - brush (slicker & pin), ear cleaner, & Liquid silk protein (makes him sooo soft) come from Chris Christensen (online). I also have tweezers in case he gets a flea, cotton balls or tissue, nail clippers, toothbrush/toothpaste are also in his "grooming bin."

Permalink Reply by Clint on July 14, 2011 at 6:47am

How exciting! Congratulations on the unexpected puppy and the short wait.

Permalink Reply by Bonnie and Kona on July 14, 2011 at 7:40am

He looks like a Gus! So darling!

Permalink Reply by Lindsey on July 14, 2011 at 7:46am

Oh my!!! How precious is he!!! Love the name Gus, def. looks like a Gus!! Very exciting :-)

Permalink Reply by Julie and Maggie on July 14, 2011 at 10:23am

What an adorable curly coat he has! Love the name Gus. What kind of doodle is he exactly?

Can't think of anything to add to the list that hasn't already been pointed out. Congratulations!

Permalink Reply by Stephanie Mangano on July 14, 2011 at 11:06am

Goldendoodle. I thought it was the perfect name for him after watching the fat little mouse on Cinderella and maybe our almost two year old will be able to say it too. :)

Permalink Reply by Stephanie Mangano on July 14, 2011 at 11:09am

Thank you to everyone for getting back with me. We think he is too precious and he will be here Saturday! I think he looks like a Gus too. As I sit here smiling to myself with no one else at home. LOL I just can't wait. Our 15 year old is at my sisters house until Sunday so this will be a big surprise when she gets back home because we aren't going to tell her he is here.

Switching gears....

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