OK Ive never had a dog before, but decided to adopt a puppy from the shelter. According to them he's a 12-14 week old terrier mix (though everyone has their opinions on that). Most of the time hes sweet but Ive got a few problems, that I dont know are bc its normal puppy stuff or bc hes from a shelter w bad habits. Today I move to a pet friendly apartment so I have more to work with since it wont matter so much if he whines. He's only been here with me two days, in hiding so I dont get evicted.
1) He will not tolerate being either in a crate or left alone in any room. He goes apeshit and starts biting and clawing. He will settle after a while (I left a webcam on to watch him). Anyway, Im not sure of the proper setup. SHould I fence off the kitchen? (If i can find one that will hold him) A metal crate seems kindof cruel. Esp while I am at work.
2) He pees whenever and wherever he wants, and doesnt care about stopping if I run and grab him, he resists. Does not give any signals. He would rather lay down on the puppy pads then use them. I dont know what to do. Will this get better with just a routine in place?
3) He's started biting me instead of the couple of toys. I got him a kong which was a lifesaver the first day, he doesnt much like the tennis ball, goes nuts on my socks which seems to make him go more crazy. But he wants to bite my hands and feet now. Im not sure how to get him to stop, but its like I cant play with him or he'll bite me. More toys?
I really want to enjoy my pup but these get really tiring fast!
THANKS!!



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