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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have never ever had a dog in my life. DH has but I have a feeling since I'm home I'm primary caregiver.

So they are coming in 5 weeks. They will be 16 weeks old. They will be spayed/neutered, have shots, be house trained.

What do I need? What food do you suggest? How many toys do they need? Can they share a bed?

I keep getting conflicting advice from the breeder and the vet.

I looked up some stuff and saw crate training, it seems mean to me. Is it mean or is it necessary?

Obedience training is a must correct? What other training if any is necessary?

Anything specific about this breed?

I am a runner, I do know this breed is good for runners. Anyone have experience with this?

DH is excited, kids are excited. I need help but I'm excited too.
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Dalmations http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/reviews/dalmatians.html

2 pups 16 weeks old is unusual.  Most pups go at 8 weeks and you meet the puppy first.  Breeders have puppy open house after a series of shots usually at about 6 weeks.  Then you go back at 8+ and they match you with an available puppy out of the non-show homes.   If they feel a pup you wanted is far better for say a family with children the breeder will not let you have the pup.

Have you met the breeder? Seen the pups? Mom? Dad is commonly NOT on site.  How much do you run?  Marathoner or a couple of miles per week.  Large barrier fenced yard?  1/2 acre minimum for the breed?  Invisible fence might not work on the breed as well as on a lab.

Why not look at american field labs?[/quote]

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