What to Do When Bringing Your New Dog Home and What Not to Do
What you do in the first 12 to 24 hours when you first bring a dog home is critical to the success of the dog settling in and becoming a much loved, valuable member of the family. Before you get your dog make sure all the paperwork is done properly. Purchase a strong collar and leash or maybe a harness if you are picking up a small dog. Take the dog out of the shelter and for a walk around the area. Be cool and calm and at this point don't make too much fuss of the dog. If you have chosen a dog that has dominance issues you will be telling it that you are beneath it and that it can take control. You don't want this to happen to be firm but gentle with your new dog. Choose where the dog is going to sit in the car on the way home before you get in. I know children will want the dog to be near them but is it safe for the dog or the children? The dog might vomit or bark and jump around and you don't want your children getting dirty or hurt. I would recommend a strong car ha...