... But not because of Willow. She was great. We put her to bed at midnight and got up every two and a half hours to take her outside. No messes, she only had a wee each time, no poos. There was a little crying each time she went back to her crate, but that was only a few minutes until she settled. She was all we could hope for. I didn't realise how much it would tug the heart strings knowing she was scared and lonely. But I stayed strong and let her self-soothe. But, the reason it wasn't a good night was that yesterday late evening I developed a nasty stomach bug, so "slept" as best I could on the bathroom floor. Hubby has woken with it, too. So we're both feeling a little sorry for ourselves this morning when we should be enjoying our first morning with Willow. Still, she's getting plenty of cuddles and play, just a little more gently than usual. Hope it passes quickly and we can enjoy her to the max. I checked and it seems she's not susceptible to our bugs, is this everyone else's experience, too?
Re: First night not the best... She won't catch a stomach bug from you So sorry to hear you're both unwell though. You're probably both feeling utterly drained, you poor things. I hope you are both much better soon! Great to hear that your little girl did so well on her first night
Re: First night not the best... Sorry you're unwell. Hope you can get some rest today. Glad Willow had a good night.
Re: First night not the best... Dont worry, you wont pass your tummy troubles on to Willow. Sorry to hear you had a rough night. How is Willow btw? Is she eating ok? I had the dreaded colliewobbles the same week I bought Bouncer home, wierdly. Hope you feel better soon.
Re: First night not the best... Well done Willow sounds like she did really well for her first night Hope you and your hubby feel better soon x
Re: First night not the best... What bad luck. I hope it all clears up really quickly so you can get on with enjoying little Willow - lovely name.
Re: First night not the best... Oh what a shame,hope you are feeling better today,puppy cuddles are the best medicine x
Re: First night not the best... Oh what a shame for you both I do hope it is just a 24 hr thing. You want to be able to enjoy your beautiful girl.
Re: First night not the best... [quote author=Leanangle link=topic=8143.msg115017#msg115017 date=1412577346] How is Willow btw? Is she eating ok? [/quote] She's a little angel! Ate her dinner without hesitation last night and same at breakfast this morning. Poos are looking firm and healthy (always a good indicator, I think). She's currently snoozing on my feet. Thanks for the reassurance about not passing the bug on to Willow. I didn't think it was possible, but with it happening such early days, I just had a panic.
Re: First night not the best... Message for Willow. You are a Good Girl. But your humans have rubbish timing. Hope you are feeling better soon.
Re: First night not the best... [quote author=Mollly link=topic=8143.msg115049#msg115049 date=1412580769] Message for Willow. You are a Good Girl. But your humans have rubbish timing. Hope you are feeling better soon. [/quote] Haha, she is very much aware she is a Good Girl. She gets told approximately every 30 seconds, interspersed with "Who's a beautiful girl? Are you a beautiful girl? Yes, you ARE a beautiful girl!!"
Re: First night not the best... Oh dear, not very good timing at all! Sounds like Willow is settling in a treat, make sure you humans take care, lots of fluids and rest when you can
Re: First night not the best... Oh poor you! Horrible at the best of times, but you could really do without it right now I hope Willow continues her angelic behaviour at least until you are both feeling 100%
Re: First night not the best... [quote author=snowbunny link=topic=8143.msg115056#msg115056 date=1412581654] [quote author=Mollly link=topic=8143.msg115049#msg115049 date=1412580769] Message for Willow. You are a Good Girl. But your humans have rubbish timing. Hope you are feeling better soon. [/quote] Haha, she is very much aware she is a Good Girl. She gets told approximately every 30 seconds, interspersed with "Who's a beautiful girl? Are you a beautiful girl? Yes, you ARE a beautiful girl!!" [/quote] Aha, she has you under her spell so when she metormorphosis's into CrocoPup you will be even more shocked. Glad she is settling in, bet you cant stop sniffing her? New pup smell is just amazing.
Re: First night not the best... [quote author=Leanangle link=topic=8143.msg115190#msg115190 date=1412614711] Aha, she has you under her spell so when she metormorphosis's into CrocoPup you will be even more shocked. [/quote] We've had crocopup on the toes with socks on. When they're naked, she's fine (for now), but she sees socks and, CHOMP! [quote author=Leanangle link=topic=8143.msg115190#msg115190 date=1412614711] Glad she is settling in, bet you cant stop sniffing her? New pup smell is just amazing. [/quote] Except when she trumps. That's pretty special.
Re: First night not the best... Hope you're both feeling better now and that Willow has a good night tonight. She sounds great!
Re: First night not the best... Feeling much better today, thanks! Willow's second night was even better than her first. There was a tiny bit of crying each time I put her back, but no howling at all. She settled really quickly. I increased time between wees to 2hr45 and, whilst she was awake each time, she was very quiet and peaceful with no messes. What a star!
