New GSD puppy owner

[Colleen BA]

Hi Everyone
Just discovered your wonderful forum! Taking advantage of my pup's morning nap time to introduce ourselves: Tyr is a 10 week old (tomorrow) GSD who looks like he's going to make a King Shepherd (vet anticipates him making 50kg+. I've had GSDs before but have waited 28 years - until I've retired - to have my, what I expect to be, last GSD. My previous dogs have lived to 14 and 15 years old, so I think I'll be too far in my dotage for another!
Anyway, just wanted to mention how I'd forgotten what hard work puppies are! My last pup, a Golden Retriever, died 5 years ago, aged 13.5 but I trained him whilst raising 2 small children, running a Post office and a full time job without batting an eye. Why am I finding this little tyke so difficult when both hubbie and I are retired and experienced dog owners? Tyr (pronounced tier - no not Lockdown! Norse god of war and justice!) is making good progress in so many ways until he has his meltdowns which seem to originate when I prevent him from doing something such as biting my feet, hands, wragging my jumper etc. But I'm going to try some of the tips I've found on here and see how we go. I'm also going to refind my sense of humour and remember that these are phases and these too will pass!
Great advice everyone. I'm going to find this forum very useful I know!
Colleen

 

[Flobo]

Hi and welcome lot's of good advice on here and other pup owners for support! Long, long time since I have had a pup, but sure others will be along to help. I would love to see a pic though, love pups if they are someone elses!

 

[Colleen BA]

Hi. Here's one when butter wouldn't melt...haha!

 

[JudyN]

Awwww, fluff bundle!

Isn't a King Shepherd a particular cross, rather than simply a large GSD? I've read they can measure 31"tts - he's going to be magnificent, and I do hope you'll share photos as he develops!

Have you come across this post on puppy biting? Puppy biting

 

[Colleen BA]

Yes I've read that post and the one on separation anxiety as he's a bit of a 'velcro' dog at the moment..both were excellent thank you. In terms of the King Shepherd, you're right in terms of the cross, but it's mainly breeding from particularly large GSDs with the King traits these days I think. I might be wrong. All I know is he's going to be massive!
Thank you for getting back to me. I think I'll be needing lots of support as we progress and it is so reassuring to read all the posts and advice to know that I'm not getting everything wrong!

 

[Dibbythedog]

Hi Colleen and welcome to the forum. Tyr is gorgeous! its a long time since Ive had a pup but it seems par for the course that pups will get frustrated and have a meltdown at times.

 

[Pam99]

Hi Everyone
Just discovered your wonderful forum! Taking advantage of my pup's morning nap time to introduce ourselves: Tyr is a 10 week old (tomorrow) GSD who looks like he's going to make a King Shepherd (vet anticipates him making 50kg+. I've had GSDs before but have waited 28 years - until I've retired - to have my, what I expect to be, last GSD. My previous dogs have lived to 14 and 15 years old, so I think I'll be too far in my dotage for another!
Anyway, just wanted to mention how I'd forgotten what hard work puppies are! My last pup, a Golden Retriever, died 5 years ago, aged 13.5 but I trained him whilst raising 2 small children, running a Post office and a full time job without batting an eye. Why am I finding this little tyke so difficult when both hubbie and I are retired and experienced dog owners? Tyr (pronounced tier - no not Lockdown! Norse god of war and justice!) is making good progress in so many ways until he has his meltdowns which seem to originate when I prevent him from doing something such as biting my feet, hands, wragging my jumper etc. But I'm going to try some of the tips I've found on here and see how we go. I'm also going to refind my sense of humour and remember that these are phases and these too will pass!
Great advice everyone. I'm going to find this forum very useful I know!
Colleen

Hi Everyone
Just discovered your wonderful forum! Taking advantage of my pup's morning nap time to introduce ourselves: Tyr is a 10 week old (tomorrow) GSD who looks like he's going to make a King Shepherd (vet anticipates him making 50kg+. I've had GSDs before but have waited 28 years - until I've retired - to have my, what I expect to be, last GSD. My previous dogs have lived to 14 and 15 years old, so I think I'll be too far in my dotage for another!
Anyway, just wanted to mention how I'd forgotten what hard work puppies are! My last pup, a Golden Retriever, died 5 years ago, aged 13.5 but I trained him whilst raising 2 small children, running a Post office and a full time job without batting an eye. Why am I finding this little tyke so difficult when both hubbie and I are retired and experienced dog owners? Tyr (pronounced tier - no not Lockdown! Norse god of war and justice!) is making good progress in so many ways until he has his meltdowns which seem to originate when I prevent him from doing something such as biting my feet, hands, wragging my jumper etc. But I'm going to try some of the tips I've found on here and see how we go. I'm also going to refind my sense of humour and remember that these are phases and these too will pass!
Great advice everyone. I'm going to find this forum very useful I know!
Colleen

Hi Colleen, oh my Tyr is absolutely beautiful! I had a toss up between getting a GSD and a boxer as i grew up with GSD. We opted for a boxer in the end and she has very high energy levels. Shes nearly 17 weeks now and shes come so far in that time, still gets a little bit bitey but hardly ever. I find doing brain games and scent work with her reallyhelps calm her down. Im sure once you get Tyr out discovering the world he will be calmer. That first month is tough!! Hes a real beauty though

 

[Colleen BA]

Hi All
Thanks for the encouragement, much appreciated. I can't wait until we can get out and about as he's already bored with the house and garden. We're all so lucky to have our four legged friends, especially now, because I haven't smiled as much in a year, but the tiredness sure is getting to me now! Still having to sleep downstairs but I am seeing signs of maybe getting my bed back soon!