Bringing Home Your New Puppy

Congratulations! You've made the incredible decision to adopt an adorable puppy. While animals bring so much joy to people's lives, they are a lot of work, and there are things to know before taking your new pet home. Don't fret — our veterinarian at Animal Hospital of Union Grove has you covered! Below are some helpful tips about what you can do to ensure your home is ready for your new pet. Don't hesitate to reach out to our team with any questions.

Tips for Bringing Home Your New Puppy

A lot can happen if this is your first pet, so we want everything to go as smoothly as possible. As your trusted veterinarian near you in Union Grove, our tips below will help ensure everything is a success.

1. Choose a Potty Spot: Take your puppy to a designated spot outside to relieve themselves. Use a command like "go potty" so they know, and be sure to praise them.

2. Show Them Their New Home: Let your puppy explore the place, but only one designated area at a time to avoid sensory overload. Many recommend showing the food and water bowl first.

3. Introduce Them to the Family: Allow your puppy to meet everyone in the family one at a time. Let them meet everyone quietly to avoid getting scared.

4. Provide Appropriate Toys: Puppies enjoy chewing on things, so purchase appropriate toys for them.

5. Set Up a Sleeping Area: Since puppies spend most of their time sleeping, make sure they have a comfortable spot with a cozy bed and blanket.

6. Start Training: Begin enforcing rules and training. Remember, it's a puppy, so be patient, but get things started early to allow them time to learn.

7. Be Patient and Reward Good Behavior: Lastly, go slowly and be patient. It may take time for your puppy to learn, but it will happen. Reward good behavior and be gentle with bad behavior.

Get More Puppy Tips at Animal Hospital of Union Grove

Bringing home a puppy is exciting and crazy, but it's worth it! However, you may have questions. At Animal Hospital of Union Grove, our veterinarian team is always here to help answer your questions. Our website also offers handy information and resources to help keep your new pet happy and healthy.