Adjusting to New Surroundings

The First Few Days

Bringing a new dog or puppy home is an exciting time for the whole family. The first few [ Ripley Unpacking ]

days are extremely important in forming a bond with your new family member and there are certain things you can do that will help establish a positive relationship between you and your dog.

The first night will probably be the hardest for you and your new dog. He will most likely cry at some point during the night, do not punish him for this because it will only make things worse. You may want to keep him in your bedroom until he is used to his new surroundings. He can be kept in his crate or bed so he won't get in too much trouble while you're asleep. If you don't want your dog sleeping in your room indefinitely, then make sure you only allow him to stay with you the first few nights or it will become a habit that is very hard to break.

In order to make your new dog's introduction to your household go smoothly you will need to do some preparation beforehand. Because your new dog, whether he's a puppy or an adult, will be put into a stressful situation the first few days you will also need to be prepared to lessen this stress as much as possible. A little preparation will lead to a lifetime of happy times with your new friend!

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