New Basset owner has questions!

[Lexie]

Hello everyone! Several of you have offered some wonderful suggestions on potty training and I welcome any advise since this is my first basset. I do however have a few questions. I have been reading about cheweys---do I really not give her any? Is it true that they do not digest? So far the only things that I have found that really entertain her are cheweys and pigs ears.

What about getting on the couch? I have read that it is not a good idea because of their build and that it is hard on their back. I have to say that Lexie is 4 months old and doesn't get on the couch unless we are at grandma and grandmaws house.

Last question---HOW DO I CONTROL THE BARKING?

As you can tell my only kids are my pets and I really do want to do what is best for her.

The floor is open and I would really like to hear from all the experienced basset lovers.

Thanks!
Penny

[Bassetpup]

I had the exact same questions, especially about the chewy's! Here is the link to that thread it is full of tons of useful advice.

bassets.proboards23.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=1075482194

Have you tried my suggestion about the barking? If you have and haven't had any success with it let us know. I am sure that some of the more experienced owners can give you more suggestions.

[Lexie]

Thanks for the advise of the chewys. I will check our local Pet Smart and see if they have them. I have tried the greenie and Lexie does like it. I really want to make sure that what I give her isn't going to hurt her in anyway.

Yes, we are trying your suggestion on the barking---I really hope she learns this one. I will let you know.

Thanks!
Penny

[Bassetpup]

You answered so fast! I modified my post to include a link to another thread on this board about chewy's that has a ton of info. Here it is again.

bassets.proboards23.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=1075482194

[Lexie]

Wonderful information----Thanks for the link!