October is Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month and there are many dogs waiting to find their forever home. See your local shelter to find the right pet for your family.
Here are a few tips once you find your perfect pup:
- Dog proof your home before you bring your new pet home.
- Allow time for your new dog to acclimate to both your home and family, before allowing outside people to be introduced. Strangers may add additional stress.
- Keep your pet's food and feeding schedule the same for the first few days to avoid gastric distress. If a diet change is necessary, do so very slowly. Add pumpkin to the diet to help prevent diarrhea.
- Schedule a check-up to insure your pet is up to date on vaccines and any medical issues can be addressed.
- Be patient and understanding with your new pup. They are learning to live in a new place, with a new schedule, and with new expectations. Before you know it, you will have a life long bond!
