Prep key areas in advance
Whether it is a puppy or a senior dog, the first night in their forever home is the beginning of a happy new life. However, with so many new smells, new people, and new places to explore, this may also be a little overwhelming. “Before bringing the dogs home, they need to create a safe resting space,” Ballantyne told Dodo. “Make sure [the dog] has a bed in the living area, but in a place with limited traffic,” Semel added that the box or bed should also be unboxed and assembled before the dog goes home because the dog enters the new space Doing so sometimes can be frightening. In addition to creating a place to sleep, make sure they have a place to play, a designated restroom outside, and a place where they can store food and water before they arrive. This is critical to immediately reassure them. (Pro tip: Feeding puppies in crates can help them adapt to falling asleep faster.)

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