The Puppy Exit
           
                  ~What comes with the pup?
                   
                            ~ What you need for the trip home.

You've waited for what seems like an eternity. Once they arrive home, it will become as if they have always been with you. No one can explain this phenomenon. At the moment, if you are reading this you probably can think of nothing else except bringing home the new family member.

The OwyheeStar pups are getting ready for the departure. You have (at the same time) prepared for their arrival. The culmination of the process is about to happen. You want to know what will be needed for the trip home as well as what the Nielsens are going to provide. Here are your answers.
The OwyheeStar Puppy Packet


  • The Puppy Portfolio
  1. The Owyheestar Health Record
  2. The AKC Reunite Microchip Information 
  3. The Bill of Sale (the terms of sale/guarantee on the back) signed by us.
  4. Printouts from OwyheeStar covering feeding the puppy and getting started.
  5. Various Brochures from NuVet, Gun Dog Supply, and such. 
  6. For the acknowledged serious hunters--The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association (NAVHDA) has shared a copy of their magazine and information about joining this great organization. 


Note: We recommend retaining the original Health Record and letting your Veterinary Office make a copy. It has invaluable information about the Weimaraner vaccine protocol and should you ever need to go to another Vet office it would be important to have this information for reference.
Accessories


  • A Collar -- all our pups depart with a collar*
  • A Slip lead -- the safest type of leash for the trip home; this works by making a loop at one end and sliding it over their neck. There is no need to remove the pup's collar. 
  • A Toy (with Mom's Scent)
  • There might be a pig ear--sometimes we cannot find ones we like. 

Everything is in the bag!
ETC.

  • A few snacks or treats
  • 2 very small bags of puppy chow -- 2-4 servings depending upon the pup's size.
OwyheeStar packs everything in a reusable bag. You can see the OwyheeStar Portfolio pictured above. The second Bill of Sale is attached to the front. You will be asked to sign a copy for the OwyheeStar Litter Record. 

The OwyheeStar Health Record has recommendations as well as the worming and shot record.

The trip home

Preparing for the trip home is important. OwyheeStar has a few suggestions. Nevertheless, keep in mind that the specifics will vary from situation to situation. The longer the trip, the more preparation called for because to the potential road risk, etc. It goes without saying that flying pup would have an entirely different scenario than the one traveling in a car. Regardless, it is wise to prepare for the worst possible scenario. OwyheeStar believes they have the pups prepared for the transition; however, a puppy could become carsick or get stress diarrhea. Neither of these is a welcome occurrence. In the event of something unforeseen, it best to be prepared for all concerned. 
Traveling by car or pickup, OwyheeStar recommends you have the following items.

• A crate or kennel. You will need one if you need to leave them in the car—even for a few minutes you need one.

•  A blanket, or towel (possibly more than one.

•  Some water—car temp, not ice-cold.

•  A small pan, or even a jar lid to offer them a little drink. (Remember to go light on the water).

•  A large trash bag—just in case you end up with a soiled bed or car sick pup. (That way you can bag it all up, and take care of it when you get home.

•  Some puppy wipes/or baby wipes. (You can use them to clean paws or whatever should you need). You will also want some pooh bags just in case you need to clean up after the pup. This need may arise because you should not be using the pet areas to potty a puppy with an undeveloped immune system.

OwyheeStar Tips


  1. Flying is certainly an option for the Weimaraner. Click here to read about flying with them as your carry-on. In certain instances, shipping a puppy can be preferable to a longer road trip. A person has to weigh the pros and cons. OwyheeStar prefers the carry-on situation whenever it is possible. 
  2. Heat can be very dangerous for any dog. Leaving a puppy in a car even for ten minutes may not be safe in many instances. Car temperatures can rise rapidly. Beyond the heat, a cracked window might exposure your puppy to the risk of being stolen. Please be careful when leaving your puppy in the car or pickup. Thank you!
  3. Parvo is a virile virus that infects the ground and everything it touches. It can be resident and living in the ground for months. Sadly, infected pups visit parks, pet stores, pet areas, etc. infecting them with the virus. It is not a purposeful thing; however, the unaware person can spread the virus and infect your pup. Please avoid high-risk areas. 


If you need to potty your puppy, please stop in a remote location. Take a moment to wipe the pup's feet with a puppy wipe (or baby wipe) directly after exposure. Most bacteria, viruses, and one-cell protozoa are ingested from feet-cleaning. Cleaning the pup's feet doesn’t guarantee the pup didn’t lick, snort,  or ingest something while checking out the terrain. Once the unwanted parasites are ingested, they multiply like wildfire in the gut. The most dangerous is the Parvovirus.