I agree on the NO RAWHIDE thing. I know the dogs love it (my Brittany spaniel Henry sure does), but everything I read is that they can really bind up the digestive systems to the point of being deadly. If you do not have a fence and want to contain the new guy to the yard, I would highly recommend one of the electric fence deals. They are not all that expensive, it is really easy and quick to train the dog, and does an excellent job of keeping them in the yard. Heck, ours has gotten so used to his boundaries that you can put him out in the yard without the "shock collar" and he still stays at home.
I bet before you know it we will be seeing pics posted of you and Dale out feeshin!
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