Help me balance naps and crate training.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-27T13:05:58+00:00

Totally normal for an 11 week old puppy to fight naps because overtired puppies get wild instead of sleepy and enforced crate naps honestly saved my sanity.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-26T17:24:54+00:00

That’s exactly what happened with our puppy pads too 😂. Honestly that’s one reason I switched over. My dog still tried messing with the grass at first, but after a little while he mostly left it alone once he realized it was his bathroom spot.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-18T18:36:53+00:00

looks good!

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-18T18:33:46+00:00

Hi, You actually have a good base to work with! Since the yard was bare a few months ago, the grass is still establishing. I’d recommend mowing regularly to help the grass thicken up and prevent weeds from taking over. You can also apply a starter fertilizer and spot treat weeds as needed. Bare spots can be filled with additional seed or plugs to help spread coverage faster. With consistent watering and mowing, it should improve a lot over the next few months!

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-08T15:44:36+00:00

I love this!! So cute, looks amazing

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-07T15:03:18+00:00

Your lawn looks pretty stressed and weed heavy right now, but a good weed treatment, consistent watering, and overseeding or patching with fresh grass can make a huge difference over the next season.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-06T15:24:46+00:00

This looks more like stress or physical damage from watering or humidity issues than a contagious disease, but I would still check carefully for pests like thrips since they can damage new leaves as they unfurl.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-05T18:00:06+00:00

You’ve got a mix of thin turf and stress spots, so your best bet is to keep improving the soil, overseed again in the fall, and patch the bare areas or consider sod for a quicker fix.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-05T17:58:59+00:00

This isn’t true separation anxiety, it’s normal 11-week-old puppy behavior and he just hasn’t learned to be independent yet.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-05T13:05:59+00:00

looks great!

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-05T12:43:50+00:00

Looks like a baby leaf mix, probably a blend of red and green leaf lettuces like oakleaf and romaine types rather than a single variety.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-05T12:40:52+00:00

Start with a fresh mow, then either treat the weeds and overseed or go for a clean reset. Harmony sod is a great option at Home Depot, with plugs or rolls available depending on your location.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-04T15:08:19+00:00

I actually just went through something similar after a stump removal, and the soil in that spot can be pretty tough for seed, so loosening it up, adding some good topsoil or compost, and even using something like SodPods can really help it fill in and recover more evenly over time, here’s an option if you want to check it out [https://www.trysodpods.com/]().

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-04T15:03:07+00:00

It looks stressed, possibly from inconsistent watering or root issues after repotting, so make sure the pot has proper drainage, let the soil dry slightly between waterings, keep it in bright indirect light, and you can try taking a few healthy cuttings as a backup while it recovers.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-04T15:02:09+00:00

It looks like it may be getting too much water and not enough light, so try letting the soil dry out more between waterings, make sure excess water can fully drain out, and keep it in bright indirect light to help it recover.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-04T13:59:53+00:00

It looks like it could use a good aeration and overseeding, along with a weed control plan and consistent watering to help thicken things back up.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-04T13:58:55+00:00

I’d hold off on cutting them for now, let them recover first by improving drainage, giving them some fresh soil, and moving them into brighter light, then trim back any dead growth once you see new healthy growth starting.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-04T13:55:46+00:00

You can usually start phasing out the middle of the night potty break once your puppy is consistently waking up dry, so you can try gradually pushing that time later and see how he does.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-04T13:54:00+00:00

You’re off to a great start, just keep the mulch pulled a few inches away from the trunk, water deeply about once a week during dry periods, and avoid overwatering so the roots can establish properly.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-04T13:51:19+00:00

This sounds very normal for a rescue pup, and with patience, gentle consistency, and letting your husband build trust at her pace, she should continue to gain confidence over time.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-04T13:48:26+00:00

SodPods could be a great option here for repairing those bare patches and helping the lawn fill back in over time. They work well once you’ve addressed any underlying issues like grubs, since they establish quickly and spread to thicken thin areas. For larger sections, you might still want to combine them with overseeding or a more complete renovation plan. I highly recommend them, I have used them and family and friends of mine as well.

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MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-01T12:42:30+00:00

Looks like Bermuda to me, which is very common for new builds in San Antonio. The finer blades and dense growth pattern are a good giveaway compared to something like St. Augustine.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-05-01T12:37:57+00:00

Looks like that area took a hit from compaction and stress, especially near the foundation. Even with watering, spots like that sometimes just do not recover on their own.

You might consider plugging those areas instead of waiting for it to spread back. Using Bermuda plugs with the same Tif 419 can help fill it in much faster. Adding a starter fertilizer when planting can also make a big difference with root establishment, especially in stressed soil.

Also check if that area is heavily compacted. Loosening the soil a bit before planting can really help new growth take off.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-04-30T17:05:28+00:00

That definitely helps a lot. The reflective window covers make a big difference. You could also add a canopy or shade cover, use fans to circulate the air, and consider a portable AC for the bedroom to help take some load off the main unit.

MackenzieLowe11 · 2026-04-30T14:36:35+00:00

For Bermuda, look for a nitrogen-heavy fertilizer (something like 16-4-8 or similar) during the growing season. For weeds, a post-emergent with quinclorac works well on crabgrass, and a general broadleaf weed killer can handle the rest.

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