Southern Sweet Paws thanks you so much for choosing your puppy from us!
We appreciate your trust in us, and will do everything we can to support you as you begin your life with a
new puppy. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any questions and concerns after your
puppy arrive home. We also love pictures of happy times with your new family member. As we continue
to maintain our website, we would love for you to share your experience with us and your new puppy, so
we might share it with others.
Be prepared that the first few days might be a bit of a challenge . . . sort of like bring a brand new baby
home from the hospital. Depending on how quickly your puppy overcomes separation anxiety and
adjustment to a new environment, a good night's sleep may not be an option. This too, shall pass.
We highly recommend crate training. Dogs do not like to sleep in their own filth by nature. This is why
crate training is so successful. Not to mention, it protects them from harm around your house when you are
not home, as well as protects your house! A puppy needs to go out about every 2 hours, and immediately
after they wake up, after eating and drinking, after a play session. Pick a bathroom spot outside and always
take your puppy to that same spot. The older they get, the longer they will be able to hold it. However, like
children, I believe every puppy is different. You will quickly get to know the signs from your puppy when
it needs to go potty. Communication between you and your puppy is the milestone to successful potty
training. Keep in mind, every accident is our fault, not the puppies. Many have found a bell on the door
handle of the door your puppy will go out (consistency is the key) helps expedite the communication.
Once again, we thank you for trusting us as your breeder of your new faithful companion.
The McQueen Family
