Adopting a pup is a significant decision, and the preparation for their arrival is crucial. This period marks the beginning of an exciting journey but also requires some adjustments. Following a few essential tips, you can lay the foundation for a long, happy life together and ensure a smooth transition for your new family member.
Before Your Pup Comes Home
It would help if you stocked up. Unless you own or live next door to a pet store, you must stock up because you will want to ensure that you have everything your new pup will need on hand. That means food, toys, bowls, and any other supplies necessary to make your house the pup’s home. First, you must clear your schedule. Set up some time to spend with your pup when you first bring your pup to your house. Getting your pup up on a daily routine starting the first day is essential. Otherwise, your pup might need help adapting when you return to your regular schedule. You must avoid introducing him to his new house on special occasions like birthdays, holidays, and other occasions involving large groups of people. You must bring home your pup on an ordinary day so you can have time for you and him to form a bond. It would help if you held off on entertaining while your pup gets used to the change of environment in your house. Next year, you must name your pup. Some people choose to name their puppies in an advanced manner. Others also prefer to wait until they meet their pup face to face. Either way, remember that whatever you decide to call your pup becomes your pup’s identity, to you and him. It would help if you chose a name that suits him and ensured everyone with contact with your pup uses it when talking to your pup. This will teach your pup to recognize his name and avoid confusion.
Get Your Pup Settled
Exposing your pup to his new environment with the sights, sounds, and attention could be stressful. And your dog may look for comfort in something familiar, like his things or your pup’s food. That is why feeding your pup the food he’s fed can help make the transition to his new house as easy as possible. And if ever he doesn’t seem to want the food, try moistening your pup’s food with water. You can also establish a routine by placing his bowl in the same spot whenever you feed him.
You may also decide to change the menu. If you ever plan on switching his food, transition him from one to the other,
then slowly add the new food to the old food and lessen the old food for about 7 to 10 days until the old food is changed. This will help you avoid upsetting his belly. An important thing to consider is that you must not hit your pup. And it would help if you never scolded him for something he did a while ago. He might now know the problem and only think you are angry for no reason. Instead, encourage your pup’s behaviors and prevent the ones you don’t want.