Pup Choice?

[3 and counting 22]

Been to see some bull/whippet x bull/greyhound pups earlier this evening . They're only 2 weeks at the moment but put a deposit down and secured 'pick of litter' The breeder really knew his stuff and is worming them from 4 weeks of age. We were able to meet both of the parents, which was ideal as we have some idea as to the size/temperament they will be when grown up. Both parents were placid, the mother was letting our children (9 and 12) handle the pups with no worries at all and the sire was quiet and well behaved when brought into the house (outdoor dog)

 

Just need a bit of advise as to what to look for when we go to choose which we're having.

 

SWMBO Wifey is at home all day, and will hopefully I will be taking it out most weekends with the ferts when old enough.

 

Already decided that we want a bitch and at the moment like 2 of the 3 in a litter of 8.

 

Bri

[Wxm 1,638]

Don't think it's wise to let anyone other than the breeder handle the pups at that age IMHO, but to answer your question I go for the 1 that's not sat back when there about 6 - 7 wks, the 1 that as soon as it see's you it comes to you. Let the pup choose you so to speak

[buster gonads 862]

Not being funny Bri but just wonderd why you went for somthing thats got that much bull in for ferreting, atb, buster.

Edited February 1, 2013 by buster gonads

[bird 10,013]

just go for a pup thats (out going) as been said not 1 hanging back in the run. Regards the x should be ik, i like some bull in a lurcher, as it will give better prey drive, as you prob do lamping as well i would have thought, and a hard night on the rabbits, it still got push it self hard. The only thing i suppose is the coat on the pups ,as all 3 breeds dont have good coats, for cold+ wet jan morning ferreting, as you could be doing fair amount of standing about , thats why i like a dog with good thick coat that can handle any cold+ wet weather, my pup 1x gsd x grey got a brill coat like a feckin wolf lol.

[FUJI 17,328]

Don't think it's wise to let anyone other than the breeder handle the pups at that age IMHO, but to answer your question I go for the 1 that's not sat back when there about 6 - 7 wks, the 1 that as soon as it see's you it comes to you. Let the pup choose you so to speak

 

Brilliant advice..take on board Wxm's post and you'll not go far wrong IMO...Atb Andy

[mooney1 120]

Don't think it's wise to let anyone other than the breeder handle the pups at that age IMHO, but to answer your question I go for the 1 that's not sat back when there about 6 - 7 wks, the 1 that as soon as it see's you it comes to you. Let the pup choose you so to speak

[mooney1 120]

Why don't you want a pup that is sat back, just curious pal

[bird 10,013]

Why don't you want a pup that is sat back, just curious pal

 

all pups are going to take alot of your time up, but if they are shy or bit nervy to start with, it just make it that bit harder to get the best out of them, where as a bold pup will take all things in it stride. And regards handling pups, i think as soon as they can see +get about you (want) to handle them, not just the owner.! get kids + other members of the family handle them, they need as much (socialisation) as they can get it will make them well rounded dogs when mature .!!

[Wxm 1,638]

As above

[DogMagic 461]

Been to see some bull/whippet x bull/greyhound pups earlier this evening . They're only 2 weeks at the moment but put a deposit down and secured 'pick of litter' The breeder really knew his stuff and is worming them from 4 weeks of age. We were able to meet both of the parents, which was ideal as we have some idea as to the size/temperament they will be when grown up. Both parents were placid, the mother was letting our children (9 and 12) handle the pups with no worries at all and the sire was quiet and well behaved when brought into the house (outdoor dog)

 

Just need a bit of advise as to what to look for when we go to choose which we're having.

 

SWMBO Wifey is at home all day, and will hopefully I will be taking it out most weekends with the ferts when old enough.

 

Already decided that we want a bitch and at the moment like 2 of the 3 in a litter of 8.

 

Bri

 

If he really knows his stuff he will be worming them from 2 weeks old

[mooney1 120]

Why don't you want a pup that is sat back, just curious pal

 

all pups are going to take alot of your time up, but if they are shy or bit nervy to start with, it just make it that bit harder to get the best out of them, where as a bold pup will take all things in it stride. And regards handling pups, i think as soon as they can see +get about you (want) to handle them, not just the owner.! get kids + other members of the family handle them, they need as much (socialisation) as they can get it will make them well rounded dogs when mature .!!

thanks for reply pal

[3 and counting 22]

Been to see some bull/whippet x bull/greyhound pups earlier this evening . They're only 2 weeks at the moment but put a deposit down and secured 'pick of litter' The breeder really knew his stuff and is worming them from 4 weeks of age. We were able to meet both of the parents, which was ideal as we have some idea as to the size/temperament they will be when grown up. Both parents were placid, the mother was letting our children (9 and 12) handle the pups with no worries at all and the sire was quiet and well behaved when brought into the house (outdoor dog)

 

Just need a bit of advise as to what to look for when we go to choose which we're having.

 

SWMBO Wifey is at home all day, and will hopefully I will be taking it out most weekends with the ferts when old enough.

 

Already decided that we want a bitch and at the moment like 2 of the 3 in a litter of 8.

 

Bri

 

If he really knows his stuff he will be worming them from 2 weeks old

 

Didn't realize there were wormers suitable for that age or is there a new product on the market?

[3 and counting 22]

Cheers for all the info folks. will post up some pics when we get her

[whip x grey 276]

go for the one that looks healthy,,basically the one thats bouncing about ,,as pups should be at that age

 

and take ur time as litter might have just woken up,,,basically tell lad to put kettle on lol

[DogMagic 461]

 

 

 

Been to see some bull/whippet x bull/greyhound pups earlier this evening . They're only 2 weeks at the moment but put a deposit down and secured 'pick of litter' The breeder really knew his stuff and is worming them from 4 weeks of age. We were able to meet both of the parents, which was ideal as we have some idea as to the size/temperament they will be when grown up. Both parents were placid, the mother was letting our children (9 and 12) handle the pups with no worries at all and the sire was quiet and well behaved when brought into the house (outdoor dog)

 

Just need a bit of advise as to what to look for when we go to choose which we're having.

 

SWMBO Wifey is at home all day, and will hopefully I will be taking it out most weekends with the ferts when old enough.

 

Already decided that we want a bitch and at the moment like 2 of the 3 in a litter of 8.

 

Bri

If he really knows his stuff he will be worming them from 2 weeks old

 

Didn't realize there were wormers suitable for that age or is there a new product on the market?

http://www.nutrecare.co.uk/Product-1611/Wormers-for-dogs-and-puppies/Drontal-Puppy-Suspension