Bringing a new dog into your home is not just about the first few days.

It is about the first few weeks, the first few months, and what I like to call the year of firsts.

In this video, we’re talking about what really happens when a new dog comes home — whether it’s a puppy, an adult dog, a rescue dog, or a dog coming from another home. As a trainer, behaviorist, and pet sitter, I see the same pattern often: families expect the dog to “settle in” quickly, but the dog is still learning what life looks like in this new home.

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