It can be overwhelming to an animal who has only known a small cage for the past days, weeks, or months to have full access to your home. Provide your dog with a “safe place,” such as a snuggly crate, a warm bed, or a safe zone such a bathroom or bedroom.
•Provide your dog with daily exercise. Keep in mind that anytime your dog is outside of a securely fenced area or your home, it should be on a leash.
•Constant access to fresh water is important for your dog to stay/keep healthy, hydrated, and comfortable.
•Toys are an important part of keeping your dog entertained and they can also serve as a stress reliever, especially for his first few days in a new home. See our section on dog toys for more information.
•Provide a safe, quiet place for your dog to eliminate (outside or inside on litter or pee pads) in order to make house training run much more smoothly.
•Daily human contact and positive socialization is extremely important, particularly for the first few days.
Your dog might cry or whine, sleep a lot, seem stressed, pace, or show anxious behavior during its transition into your home and family. Do your best to be patient with these behaviors, even if they are difficult for you to see. Keep in mind that dogs love routine—try to get your new pet on to a schedule as soon as possible.
Having a set idea of what to expect each day will make your dog feel more comfortable. Additionally, try not to coddle your dog while he is displaying this type of behavior, as this can reinforce it and lead to anxiety issues.
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