Don’t let her wander without a human around (or with only little humans) until she’s older. Any unsupervised pup can get into trouble or injure herself. Tip: Puppies mature at different rates and some habits are hard to break. Store gardening tools from your doggo so your pup can’t hurt himself and take care of any biting or stinging bugs. Regularly check your fence to prevent problems from developing. Holes in or below the fence, or weak planking, can make your dog an expert escape artist. If your dog is spending time outside, prep the backyard. An easy-access baby gate at the bottom of the steps is a great investment. Wrap and hide electrical cords, store beloved toys, and, if needed, keep certain rooms or spaces fenced off. Similar to the original puppy playpen, keep valuables and anything potentially dangerous out of sight and reach.
Little ExplorerĪs your puppy gets older and completes her vaccinations, let her wander around the home and backyard. Interested in heading off indoor accidents early? Make each successful outdoor potty break a celebration, and he’ll understand in no time what the rules are.
Tip: Make sure the puppy containment zone has easy-to-clean floors. Clear out valuables and hazards to keep your pup, and your things, safe. Designate a specific place in the home for her to eat, sleep, and play, as the unsupervised reign of the house begs for accidents and chewed-up baseboards. Unless you planned ahead, you probably don’t have a second master suite waiting for your puppy to claim. Who will feed and takes the pup outside? What commands will you use so the puppy doesn’t get confused? Will they be allowed on furniture? The more unified front the family presents, the easier it will be for your new dog to understand expectations and his place in the household. With everyone on the same page, outline consistent rules and expectations. The whole family should be on board so the new puppy comes home to an excited, loving family. Family Meetingīefore deciding to bring a pup home, make sure everyone in the home actually wants a dog. To help, here are a few key tips to make sure you, your four-legged friend, and all of your material possessions make it through the transition. That being said, it’s easy to feel you’re in over your head when you actually bring a new pup home. Puppies help families learn responsibility, and as dogs grow with you, they make wonderful companions. With all that space, it makes sense to want to share it with a furry friend. New homes and new puppies go together like two peas in a pod.
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