Getting ready for bring your puppy home!

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Check your calendar

Ensure you haven’t scheduled any other appointments for that day. Most pick-up days are on Friday or Saturday. I strongly recommend taking a couple days off work. This will give you and your family time to bond with your puppy and help the puppy to adjust to being away from their mother and litter mates

Familiarize Your New Puppy with Its New Home

Understandably, you might find it tempting to invite all your friends and relatives to meet your new puppy. However, it’s vital to let the puppy gradually adapt to its novel surroundings first. In the initial days, the puppy is likely to be anxious and miss the company of its littermates. Consequently, it’s advisable not to expose it to a crowded and boisterous house which could exacerbate its stress. Therefore, maintain a calm and peaceful environment for at least the first few days while your puppy is settling into its new home.

Do your research

Should you be new to raising a puppy or if a significant amount of time has passed since you last did so, please ensure to plan in advance.

Call your veterinarian

Ensure that you schedule a visit to the vet for your puppy within the first week of ownership. Please be aware that it might take several weeks to secure an appointment, which is why it is advisable to plan in advance. Do not forget to bring the shot records we provided during the appointment.

Puppy proof your home

Setting up the puppy environment to create a safe and secure environment for your puppy, follow these steps:

1. Assemble the Puppy Kennel Pen: Start by setting up the puppy kennel pen. This will work as a safe area for your puppy to stay.
2. Install Necessary Gates: If there are areas in your home that need to be off-limits for your puppy, install gates to ensure its safety.
3. Clean the Floor: Remove all items from the floor that could potentially harm your puppy. This includes items such as shoes, children’s toys, and rugs.
4. Secure Household Items: Any loose cords or house plants should be placed out of your puppy’s reach. These items can be potentially harmful if chewed or swallowed.

Training

Consider enrolling in a puppy class. Adored Poodles & Doodles implements positive reinforcement training techniques. According to research findings, such methods help establish a trust-based relationship with your puppy. Breeds like Poodles and Doodles are notably intelligent and sensitive; hence, aversive correction tactics are not only unneeded but could also inflict enduring harm on your dog. It is imperative to understand that socialization supersedes training when it comes to inculcating habits in your puppy. Throughout their preliminary year, it’s essential that puppies encounter varied environments, people, animals, and experiences. Neglecting this crucial phase, instead opting to wait until your puppy is fully vaccinated, carries the risk of your puppy developing lasting fear responses to novel circumstances. Although it is advisable to keep your puppy’s interactions within your private premises, it is still possible to introduce them to new sights and smells.
Consider a visit to the pet store or a local Home Depot as viable options. A mellow car ride serves as an excellent first exploration for the first four months. The key is exposure in a controlled, safe environment.