Spoiling Opal The Van Life Dog at Petco

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[@txmoney]

My heart melts to see you spoiling your fur baby. Every pup should be so lucky.

[@DarleneWhite]

I feel she is being so aggravated is because of the place she was at before with other dogs and sounded like to a sad situation so I think with you and Brian will become a great fur baby!❤🐶

[@seaside2001]

I think Opal is bringing a lot of joy to both of your lives.

[@SuzanneWho]

Opal is adorable. One thing I would suggest is feeding her the same thing most of the time. Giving her too much of snacks or abruptly changing her feed will upset her digestion. She’s still just a baby so consistent feed is optimal.

[@virginiazwerts2273]

If you are watching please hit the 👍 you guys are so awesome ❤❤❤

[@NicholetteBrian]

Awh thank you so much! ❤️

[@eileenstickney80]

Ms. Opal hits the doggy lottery with you. your family is complete. Happy Puppy Mother’s Day to Nicolette !♥️🐶♥️😍

[@glendadubebugden9565]

I LOVE WATCHING YOU SPOIL YOUR NEW ADDITION. YOU INSPIRE ME TO BE A BETTER ME THANK YOU. I AM A NEW WHEELCHAIR USER

[@laurenriedinger8743]

opal is the cutest forever baby ever!

[@NicholetteBrian]

thank you aunt Lauren

[@samanthahubbard663]

Opal is so cute! It’s good to spoil her every once a while. I hope she is y’all forever puppy. She is so cute with y’all. Love watching y’all.

[@kittenbrave1003]

So glad you guys and Opal found each other...she's adorable

[@smilingjacks83]

Love Opal's fiesty growls 😂 Harness looks awesome, so tiny even with Opal in it. Love to all 3 of ya ❤ 🇬🇧👩‍🦼

[@NicholetteBrian]

She is almost too feisty but with some patience she's going to be the best pup and we like her sassiness lol Thanks for the support

[@dinahquillen9380]

She's a sassy little love bug.

[@NicholetteBrian]

Isn’t she sassy lol we tried showing her personality more in this video 😅

[@PEDALSnPROJECTS]

She definitely has the Chihuahua attitude 😅

[@michellemybelle6527]

We have 5 Chi’s and they all have different personalities. They are all very loving 🥰 and to help stop their dry skin we put a little salmon oil in the food. Our Chi’s prefer to eat off of the floor 😅. Never apologise for a puppy being a puppy. You are the best parents 😄💕

[@azshoppingprincess4298]

Opal will need her own Instagram😊😂

[@NicholetteBrian]

We are considering doing a page for her separately from ours and we might ❤️ we will let everyone know if we do on our Facebook!

[@kimandgreg4404]

No doubt! I agree!

[@DarleneWhite]

Yes

[@dorissmith9186]

Opal is PRECIOUS ❤

[@bettysperber7011]

Adorable Opal ❤ Sweet couple ❤

[@NaomiPubg]

Eterna gratidão por ter dado um lar a esse anjinho ♥️

[@rdred8693]

You are very nice folks.

[@barbaragarrison9133]

OMG, she is soooo cute!

[@juliematthews3265]

I love how you are with her. We’ve always had little dogs and they are our babies . Keep doing what you’re doing.

[@ibethmartinez6882]

Yes they both are so kind and loving to her.

[@jmcampbell05]

NICHOLETTE-- YOU COULD BE A MODEL. PURSUE IT!! YOU'RE BEAUTIFUL.

[@mflyn801]

She never wears makeup too! She's a natural beauty

[@amandamccoy1165]

Just love Opal...she is so feisty for a little one. I am so glad she is a part of your family. Glad I found your videos. I love the candle I got from your site!

[@jamesprentice5503]

It's like having a baby and they give back unconditional love! The teething phase,means chew toys are a must,good luck!

[@chantalhac2988]

Opie is so cute. I find your videos so inspiring. I have cerebral Palsy, and use a wheelchair. I have 3 chihuahuas and I pomeranian. I have only just discovered your videos, and I really enjoy watching them. They lift my spirit, and inspire me to do more with my life. Keep up the good work guy.

[@smilingjacks83]

Same, wheelie with CP 😊❤

[@SelectCircle]

That dog's a star. This channel has three stars on it now!

[@jmcampbell05]

TOO CUTE IN MOM'S LAP!!!

[@Chickentender77922]

This is cool! You two are doing great, and Opal is living the life! I've really only had cats. I did do a lot of research on fillers and additives, as well as grain free or pea free. For Opal you may look into making her food for her. Sometimes that breed or breeds can have allergies. I bet actually a lot of dogs do because of crappy kibble. My friend has a chihuahua/duchond mix and he has several food allergies as well as a grass allergy. That's who gave me the idea about making her food. Anyhow, you all are so damn adorable. Thank you for taking us on your journeys. ❤

[@almaaurum9703]

Nicholette I love your hairstyle:) x

[@huntingrocks]

I watched this on my TV at Hamilton thinks Opal is Awesome. $47.99 !!! Good lord there isnt that much fabric in it for such a small pupper dog. Great video guys

[@MsRotorwings]

You have a lovely family.

[@kristybowman8731]

Our Italian greyhound used a ferret harness when he was a puppy!

[@valeriebrown1497]

Lilac is her color! Good paw parents. Love your videos.

[@LisaSpangenberg]

You could try cat size collars or harnesses as they are in smaller sizes than the dog ones. I had a Shitzu that was very tiny and I had to buy her a cat size collar. Also Stella and Chewy is great!

[@gj6209]

Oh my gosh OPAL IS JUST PRECIOUS! ❤️🌺. When she growls and plays it just makes me laugh! I’d love playing with her! Such a cutie! 🌺❤️❤️❤️🦴

[@juliethompson8685]

Best puppy parents ever!!! Just subscribed! 🦮

[@Treasurehunter4life20]

I take my hound with me hunting rocks and artifacts too! He loves it ! He’s on my recent vid poncho is his name 😊

[@jmcampbell05]

LOVE YOUR STORY-- BRIGHT PART OF MY DAY.

[@giovannapirrone4439]

ciao mi sono iscritta da una settimana..siete meravigliosi vi seguo dall'ITALIA città Roma vi abbraccio...il cagnolino che avete salvato vi porterà fortuna

[@ibethmartinez6882]

Giovanni how sweet

[@grace4me0707]

We used kittens harnesses for our chihuahuas ❤

[@kimandgreg4404]

What do you mean when you say she could be a "forever puppy"? Are you thinking about finding her a different home? You guys are great dog parents, and Opal is obviously living her best life.

[@NicholetteBrian]

Nope it means that she could look like she does forever ❤️

[@kimandgreg4404]

@@NicholetteBrian ahhhh.... thanks. I didn't catch that

[@Apryl921]

Omg I was about to ask the same question. My blood was boiling. You guys are great with her lol

[@JoshuaMartian-go3tm]

Yeah, me too. lol Thought for a second they said don't jinx it but soon she will find a forever home. 😁This confirmation saved me from having to look the term up.😜

[@kookai2003]

She’s so cute❤️❤️❤️

[@Mamaaudri]

I have a yorkie who as an adult is 5 pounds. when she was a puppy, xxs harnesses were always best.

[@irisnipper5214]

I love your channel! You guys are awesome fur baby parents! I was so glad to see that Opal is eating good healthy pet food…..you guys are great she has everything a princess should have and ! I wish you both the very best!

[@kimandgreg4404]

I had so much fun watching you guys. I loved the video when you went to dig up crystals.

[@NicholetteBrian]

We have another crystal digging video coming up in the next week or two 💎

[@studioYMW]

Oh- my chihuahua is very small so sometimes I buy her Guinea pig sized clothing - they do make them btw. Harnesses as well

[@BuddySan24]

Chicken is a very common allergen for dogs. My bully mix girl couldn't do any chicken based foods. Seafood based was the key for her. I am sure you guys are going to find the perfect fit food wise. You're doing a wonderful job with her. --Megan

[@chantalhac2988]

Nice to see you on here! How long have you been watching these guys?

[@almaaurum9703]

Wow she has grown :D soo cute!

[@PEDALSnPROJECTS]

THONG SKINNY 😂. BRIAN 😂

[@ElizabethMcDowell-me1if]

I caught that too. 😂💀

[@PEDALSnPROJECTS]

@@ElizabethMcDowell-me1if LoL

[@bethjensen8946]

You guys❤sre terrific,sto by in Florida if you want!

[@jmcampbell05]

ADORING PARENTS!!!

[@NatureAndOther]

Beautiful and adorable puppy ❤👍

[@Daisy-Girl0021]

She's the sweetest girl 💛 Y'all do what y'all think is best for her....everyone does things different 🙃

[@melaniew715]

She’s so precious ! ❤❤ what about a cat harness ? Might work for her small size in the meantime while she grows

[@Applecider-Poetry]

puppies like to scatter kibble sometimes because it is a ruse to get more to eat if there are a lot of siblings competing for the food. they dump it all over the floor so they can scatter the other dogs. my husky used to do that until he grew up.

[@de8281]

She needs her own you tube channel

[@SelectCircle]

When she learns how to drive the van!

[@Applecider-Poetry]

Opal is at least half Chihuahua so they are susceptible to dry skin, mine is too and I use oatmeal spray on him as well. It helps. and a brush btw --- I use a cheap dollar store human hair brush simply because it is more gentle and he likes it. Chihuahuas are also prone to baldness. Their lack of hair is NOT natural it is a fungus. I use Ketoconazole creme on my dog. His ears and belly were bald when I got him. His ear hair has grown back and his chest hair is starting to come in. I use it every day for best and quicker results but I get lazy and use it every once in a while and it still works. Chihuahuas also like to burrow. Put a blanket over her when she is going to sleep. She will automatically go under the blanket from then on. I have a miniature blanket in my dog's bed and he rearranges it all the time, really funny. Have fun

[@azshoppingprincess4298]

I’m sorry for the unsolicited advice. You should keep her on one food until you know how she reacts to it. Mixing foods for puppies is very harsh ontheir little systems. And yes, I am a dog owner for over 40 years. Currently, I have two 1 1/2 year-old shelties and an 18 1/2 year-old Puggle.

[@NicholetteBrian]

Advice is always welcome ❤️ we would love to see pics of your pups!!

[@NicholetteBrian]

I don’t know if photos are allowed her but on Facebook they are and we have the three foods but are only using the Stella and chewy so far right now because the other ones just didn’t seem nutritious enough 🐶

[@gentlebear2722]

Try using a kitten harness until she gets bigger

[@PEDALSnPROJECTS]

She rides your lap very well ❤

[@melissaevans5462]

Opal is precious ❤️

[@brianrose2487]

Our kid was a 3lb terror, now 22lbs and justed turned 4 years old and calmed down. Take care

[@martinbradbury647]

I had my mini schouzer 16 and half rears I thought I spoiled him took care of him you so far got me beat keep it up I love it and dogs you are good people your dog should live a long happy life being a smaller dog it my live longer then little buddy did 16 and half years was pretty hard but it he remained healthy to the last couple of months till I had to have put down I had to have someone come get me I couldn't see to drive from crying would I do it again hell yes but I'm to old to take on another one from my new nickname retired dog lover

[@bertiesark]

try using her dry food as a training treat it will help

[@rosemarybrennan442]

Love Opal she is precious 💖 What kind of dog is she?If she stays small she will be adorable

[@Mamaaudri]

There are lamb ears from amazon from New zealand that are absolutely amazing for chew toys

[@tonilynn9840]

So cute!

[@annarodriguez6808]

Adorable

[@dreadedscotslass]

With chihuahuas you need to be careful changing their food as they have really sensitive tummies. Mine ended up in emergency surgery due to a food change

[@ElizabethMcDowell-me1if]

Great choices, guys! That harness is ace and definitely worth the price. We use Earthbath products on our doggos as well and love the quality. One thing - you mentioned she is a little itchy. Some dogs have or develop allergies to chicken, so Opal’s itchies might be related. I decided to feed other proteins instead, like beef, salmon, lamb, etc. for this reason. Maybe worth eliminating chicken from her diet just as a test (after you use up the new products, obvs) to see if the skin thing clears up! Just my $0.02. 😀 Love the videos! 👏🏽

[@NicholetteBrian]

We will look into that and see if it helps her with the itching at all - we appreciate you! ❤️ members like you and others who support us kind of bought the harness through all of your support so thank you ❤️ we just feel she deserves the best little life so we are trying!

[@ElizabethMcDowell-me1if]

Y’all are kicking a$$ and taking names!! 🔥🔥🔥 I am watching some of your older videos (some pre-surgery when you were struggling so much 😔), and it’s so weird to not have Opal in the vids!! Y’all were definitely all meant to be together! 🥰🥰🥰

[@NicholetteBrian]

We will have to go back and watch them to remember what it was like compared to now 😅

[@NicholetteBrian]

Thanks so much for the kind words and support and we’re trying our best to make a living doing what we love ❤️

[@ElizabethMcDowell-me1if]

Hey I am trying to upgrade my membership but I can’t see where to do that! 😭 I think I have to just cancel then resubscribe at a higher level because the link “See Perks” doesn’t ever give me the option to “Upgrade” like the KZbin instructions reference. Am I just a doofus or am I not looking at the right place on your channel? 😬🥴

[@sarahakes3995]

Love stella and chew. Try Cat harnesses

[@bertiesark]

she may be getting hot spots which could be making her chew at her skin she may also have allergies so good idea to keep her on one food to see which she is reacting too switching one food to another may be one of the issues

[@kathrynmilesfenton2755]

WAIT.... WHAT... I thought Opal already WAS a forever puppy! Great day shopping for Opal!

[@adventurer5373]

It means she will look like a puppy forever

[@NicholetteBrian]

Well she has a home forever but might look like a pup forever as well ❤️

[@beverly7239]

❤

[@Applecider-Poetry]

you can clean her ears with cotton balls or Kleenex and a little rubbing alcohol on them (just a little or just water and not in her ears just on the cotton ball or Kleenex). you should also get her used to having her nails cut if you have to. Mine came with an attitude so I cannot cut his nails and he WILL NOT let anyone touch them including groomers. But I walk him on asphalt five times a day and he chews his dew claws so we maintain that way.

[@bertiesark]

maybe try a cat harness for opal

[@LauraSilva-kr3dn]

Possibly a cat harness?

[@Mamaaudri]

singletons have behavioral issues; I fostered one. She'll need lots of training.

[@knittingwoman]

Add green beans

[@bertiesark]

try to teach her Leave it, and give it will be a God send for if you drop something that can hurt her

[@AwakeLazarus]

Look into cat harnesses.

[@machskye]

How big will Opal get?

[@NicholetteBrian]

We are hoping around 8pounds 😅 but aren’t totally sure!

[@tierrabear10]

Nexgard can cause itchy skin.

[@lieselschoultz2238]

Try a cat harness

[@mariegreendelawder5922]

Typical chihuahua attitude even when they are a mix the chihuahua shines love chihuahua they are my soul breed best of luck with her now all you need to do is to buy her some clothes laughing out loud I had a Chihuahua 4 pound Chihuahua and he loved to be dressed up 24 seven that’s the luck with the beautiful little girl

[@stonerdude4611]

Science diet rocks.

[@Applecider-Poetry]

tooth wipes on your finger might be good right now.

[@IrinaL76]

Please use only one kind of food. It’s not good for her to eat so many kind of different foods. She’s lovely ♥️

[@christiewells6263]

Google peas and dog cardio / heart problems. I read something negative about peas and dog health. So you may want to switch her food/ treat with that in it

[@NicholetteBrian]

They aren’t peas they are chick peas which we are comfortable with her eating 🥣

[@christiewells6263]

@@NicholetteBrianshe’s so lucky to have you guys ❤. I’m glad you know your stuff. You guys rock!

[@Mamaaudri]

Raw diet or Fromm

[@bertiesark]

also using more than one kibble you need to change it slowly like half and half so it doesn't upset the tummy it can cause the trots or constipation with too many different food changes find one she likes that doesn't upset her tummy that is affordable and isn't junk and stick to it unless you cannot find it always stick to the one food kind it is best for her in the long run, also PLEASE I AM BEGGING YOU KEEP AN EYE ON HER AND ALWAYS CHECK HER FOR SPEAR GRASS AND REMOVE I ENDED UP SPENDING NEARLY 25K ON VET BILLS AND SURGERY FOR MY SERVICE DOG FROM SPEAR GRASS that had gotten into her as a young pup and had traveled up to her throat and nearly choked her to death

[@bertiesark]

do not feed her the freeze dried dry if you can help it unless you give her a crap ton of water as it will swell up in her tummy and cause her issues please be aware of this, best advice rehydrate it for at least five minutes

[@NicholetteBrian]

Thank you for this advice!! We will keep this in mind when using the freeze dried 🐶

[@bertiesark]

@@NicholetteBrian also being in the USA you could train her to be a service dog for you she only needs to know one task for you that can help you like to pick up something or to retrieve an item for you or such

[@janetstrezinski2268]

It looks like she is enjoying being spoiled as much as you like spoiling her. I have had many pets if all kind from Is 4 Iguanas, cats way too many to count, 3 pigs, large amounts of chickens, 39 parakeets, 6 Guinea pigs, gerbils I raised, Bread boxford for a number of years, down to one juggle and a Jack Russell, 3 rabbits,and none of them were treated as an animal. I treat my pets as a member of the family. So you just treat her as your little fur baby. There is one thing you may want to buy for your baby, my little girl lives hers and that is a doggie stroller. My little jack Russell loves being pushed around in hers. Brian can push you and you can push Opal. Have fun with your little baby and spoil her as rotten as you can. Oh, you need steps to get up on the bed. You can find ones that fold up for easy storage, keep a look out on Facebook market place for them.

[@daveoscar1]

Stella and chewy so awesome stay away from the vet brands

[@CATSFOREVER308]

Processed foods are not good for her in the long run,give her fresh food,meat fish cooked veggies etc.

[@mflyn801]

Are y'all going to do the doggie DNA test to find out exactly what breeds she is?

[@AlexejSvirid]

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[@skylasjourney]

just in case you guys don't know kibble is bad for dogs

[@lynnepollack7991]

Please check on Honey. Human infants can't have it. Puppies may be the same.