Yeah I never force her, really right now I am just getting her familiar with a leash, lots of supervised play with the leash on her and right now all we do is walk in front of our house and by then she's done and just wants to play, we are pretty much letting her explore and just have some fun for now.

I am checking with my boss Monday (he's already gone for the day) about maybe letting me bring her after lunch. We are a relaxed office so it shouldn't be to big of a problem plus my coworkers will love her. But we will see. I don't have any neighbors I know or friends that don't work the same hours I do, so as I said we will see what my boss has to say.

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I am checking with my boss Monday (he's already gone for the day) about maybe letting me bring her after lunch. We are a relaxed office so it shouldn't be to big of a problem plus my coworkers will love her. But we will see. I don't have any neighbors I know or friends that don't work the same hours I do, so as I said we will see what my boss has to say.

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That sounds great. From many things I have read and seen, animals in the workplace can actually increase productivity and, of course, raise morale.

One thing to be concerned about though is that she is very young right now teething is still a couple of months away. Keep in mind that when she starts getting irritated by new teeth pushing out old ones, she may not be as accepting of life as she is right now. It may also make her a distraction in the office during that time.

By the way, what does your daughter think of the puppy? :)

That would be awesome if you could take your pup to work! Not only will the dog not be along all day, but she would learn how to behave around strange people.

I took my pup with me to work every day! She only really stayed with me max. 3 hours until my boyfriend came and got her, but the older she got, the longer I kept her. It really did help with the people thing. She's very friendly. Not rude (jumping on people).

Always keep in mind once the pup gets older, that a well socialized dog is not a dog that necessarily need to be friendly towards other dogs or people, but how well behaved and "in control" the dog is while around other dogs and people. So if you can take her to work, GREAT! If not.. just try your hardest to take her everywhere you possibly can.

Also, I'd like to apologize for jumping down your throat. Although I still don't agree with crating for that long of time, it really does seem like you're giving it a honest effort. I've just seen one to many dogs fall victim the "puppy in a box" for its entire puppyhood. And yes, I do realized that the first three letters in assume are A$$.. and I do apologize for being one.

If you have any problems in the future, feel free to ask. I'll try my hardest to help you out. I just want this situation to be successful.. and once again, I really am glad you're doing doggy daycare! You have no idea how many people refuse to do it! :) :)

I didn't read all the posts, don't have time.

I just want to mention that I am familiar with collies, I have a border collie, he was a rescue at 4 months of age, he is now 8 years old. They are a very intelligent breed, but also a very active breed. If you fail to exercise them, fail to give them intellectual stimulation then you're asking for trouble.

The rule for crating is one hour per month of age. An 8 week old puppy should be crated no more then 2 hours during the day. That's straight from my vet and my friend the dog trainer.

I understand that it's hard to get a puppy and work full time, that's why I'd never recommend a puppy to someone that cannot take the time to socialize and train it. An older dog (1 year) would have been better suited to your lifestyle, but it's too late now.

Can someone come by during the day in order to let the puppy out, play with it, take it for a walk? That would be the best bet until the pup is old enough for doggy daycare.

Good luck.

My daughter just adores her. They get along really well and play great together. The puppy just won't leave her side.

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My daughter just adores her. They get along really well and play great together. The puppy just won't leave her side.

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That's very common for any breed of dog at that age. At this stage in the puppy's life it hasn't yet reached sexual maturity and the potential for aggression if it's herding instinct isn't met. This can change in a heart beat if the dogs needs (not food and shelter) aren't being met.

My fear is that once your dog reaches adulthood, if she's still crated 12 hours a day and not allowed to do what her breed needs to do, she will become aggressive.

This breed has a lot of energy. They need a lot of exercise and mental stimulation or they will snap. It's not a breed recommended for families with small children and it's not a breed that will adapt to a sedentary lifestyle. That's why it's important to get a dog that will fit your lifestyle, your energy level and the amount of time you can spend with the dog has to be considered when choosing a breed.

If this situation doesn't change then I fear you will have a very dangerous situation on your hands within a few months at most.

Please read my other comments first, if you did you would know that my dog was going to start doggie daycare which she is in now and my daughter and puppy are fine and will be fine.

Our dog is getting much stimulation and yes our dog does not herd and that is very common if she is being stimulated WHICH SHE IS. I am very knowledgeable about the breed thank you.

This breed is for families and for families with small children THAT IS WHY WE PICKED HER. Read any book or info online and they are great with children. They love regular exercise, but don't need the vigorous amount like a Labrador Retriever needs. Collies definitely appreciate regular “mellow time” around the house. And have been known to do well in apartments for being such a large breed.

Not that, that is my case because we are active people, she gets plenty of exercise so please don't comment on that I need to watch out for my kid because she will snap at any moment. Read through my comments and see what kind of person I am before you assume I am a moron and don't care of my child's safety and my dogs well being.

Just an FYI -- Puppies will not exhibit the breeds natural behaviors until well past 2yrs. Even at that time, the behaviors can change.

Puppies are like kids.. except they go through the preteen/teenager stages in hyper-drive. In fact, I have a "14 year old" right now :) Obnoxious! But I love her

Not to mention, any dog exhibiting aggression, will only continue to get more aggressive until age 3.

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Just an FYI -- Puppies will not exhibit the breeds natural behaviors until well past 2yrs. Even at that time, the behaviors can change.

Puppies are like kids.. except they go through the preteen/teenager stages in hyper-drive. In fact, I have a "14 year old" right now :) Obnoxious! But I love her

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I have a teenager at the moment... The worst part about Chinese Cresteds is that they get teenage acne! :eek: It's finally clearing up but people look at him in town and just give that "face" :rolleyes: And people wonder why I don't want to have children :p