How Do I Help My Puppy Adjust to Its New Home?

The first few days of bringing a new puppy home can be overwhelming. These are some tips for you so you can have a smooth transition.

Choose a potty spot

You should start by taking your puppy to an outside spot where you want him to go potty. Be sure to use a command like “go potty” so the puppy can learn. 

Introduce your home one room at a time

Introduce your house to your puppy one room at a time. This will prevent a sensory overload and allows the puppy to get used to its new surroundings slowly.

Introduce family members individually

Try to let your puppy meet each family member individually.

Introduce its sleeping space

Show your puppy their sleeping space, which could either be a crate or a dog bed.

Give chew toys

Puppies like to chew so be sure to provide safe puppy chew toys.

Keep a close eye on your new family member

It’s important for your puppy to stay supervised within the early days.

Start training immediately

It’s critical that your puppy learns rules from the beginning. This is because the more structured and consistent its day is, the better adjusted it will be. Don’t yell or punish the puppy as this will only frighten and confuse it.

Take things slow

Under your supervision, gradually expand the puppy’s environment. With lots of affection, consistent rules and routine, rewards for good behavior, and gentle corrections, your puppy will adjust in no time.