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Hi. I am so sorry that having Cinnabun has been hard. I agree with the other posts. I think that with time, patience, consistent puppy training and much love, he will come around. I would really give him some time to adjust to his new life. Being on an airplane, then a strange car only to go to a strange house with a new dog to meet has probably been tough. He doesn't know how to react or what is the correct way to act.

I also think that maybe Gingerbread may open up more with another dog in the house. Shannara was always more laid back until Bubbles arrived. Those two now have a wonderful time chasing each other and wrestling. I see a happier dog in Shannara too since Bubbles' arrival.

I do not want to pester, but could you please post some pix of Gingerbread and Cinnabun? I cannot get enough of his markings!

I wish you all the patience in the world with handling the new puppy. I am hoping that it all works out since you were so excited about getting him not even 24 hours ago. Please keep us posted.



--Sara

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Awww, I hope things get better, Tamara!

When I first had Roxie, she was all teeth, too.  Sometimes I still think she is.  []  Keep us posted!

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Thank you both for your encouraging posts!! [] I realized one thing- Gingerbread was an incredibly easy puppy, so gentle and at even the slightest correction he would put his ears back and instantly stop whatever he was doing. It took less than a handful of "no's" and he stopped that behavior permanently. With Cinnabun it's been like chomp- no, chomp- no, chomp- no. Nothing fazes him! I've started getting up and leaving the room after the first no and I'm thinking about putting bitter apple on our hands and feet. This puppy is all teeth and fur! lol

I REALLY, really appreciate all the advice I've gotten on this thread. I'm feeling so much better and hopeful now. I would NOT have felt that way if I hadn't gotten such great support and advice! []

I meant to add- sorry I haven't posted pics yet. I meant to go and have pics developed today, but I've been so exhausted that it didn't happen. I'll try to do it tomorrow! []

I think you may have clones of my dogs!  With longer hair of course!  Rose is so laid back.  If she is doing something bad all I have to do is say "eheh" and she stops.  Colton, on the other had, takes as many no's as I can say.  Hes a very tough dog.  When he was chewing when he was little, I had to resort to flicking his nose becuase NOTHING else fazed him.  Bitter apple didn't even work.  He would scream in his crate so I would spray him with water, nope, he liked the water.  So I tried a vinegar solution, liked the vinegar.  I finally setteled on a very strong vinegar solution and that sometimes worked.  Finally, he has learned the rules and has become a very good dog.  I don't know what I'd do without him now!  I think he got used to my way of life eventually.  In fact, right now, he is sleeping in my clothes basket!

Oh no!  I just read all of this and after knowing how excited you were, this has to be a downer.  BUT it's good to know you're gonna give it a couple of weeks.  Sometimes that's all they need, that adjustment to the new surroundings.  We all have furry babies with the same personalities.  FeFe wasn't happy when Gracie came along.  Gracie is the laid back one now but when she was a puppy, she was insane!! Chewed wallpaper, carpet, shoes, furniture... she thought of taking a bite of FeFe then found out Fe bites back lol  When Trixie came along, Gracie had settled down while Trixie was bouncing off of everything.  Trixie has settled down without Gracie ever putting her in her place.  So there's hope!!  And we're all hoping to see pictures of Cinnabun and more posts saying how much he's calming down!! []  Keep the faith!

Echoing the others, hold out a little longer and stay positive! Russell was a fireball as a young pup, but at less than a year and half old he is so nice and calm... he has his moments in exciting situations but around the house he is very well behaved and obedient. At 10 weeks he never stopped moving and blew me off most of the time - he was not affectionate and I figured he was just independent by nature... at a year old he rather suddenly became calm, affectionate, a total sweetie who just likes to hang out with us. Also, I only have one dog so take my advice with a big grain of salt... but I think when you have a really laid-back dog and one more spunky and domineering dog that can actually be a good combination.

I also stayed away from this topic. I agree that you need to give this pup some more time. And I do not know anyone that likes a "bratty dog"  You just have to be patient. When getting a dog you have to expect these things. You will have a hard time finding another dog that will "fit" with you and Gingerbread perfectly.  This is Puppy behavior. With help and some classes and training I am sure this will be a great dog.  This pup has been raised by another family for 10 weeks, whatever he may have picked up there needs to be corected. This is your job. Teach him to know what is okay and what is not.  It really surprises me to see someone who has been around here for a while make a choice like this. I am in no way trying to bash you, i just think you are making a mistake. I think the person you got the pup from is not all that great. I would never sell a pup to someone I have never met in person.

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That is what I am implying. She never met you. I would not give a dog to someone I have not met in person. I am not saying that you are a bad owner, I simply would not do it.