Top 5 things to do when bringing home a new puppy

Working with your dog at this age is vital to having a happy dog and a harmonious home. Set them up for success by working on these 5 things:

• Bonding
• Spend time playing with your puppy. Teach them you are the source of everything good! Praise good behaviors. 
• Potty training
• Implement a routine immediately to ensure little to no accidents.
• Remember: don't yell or hit your puppy. They are still learning.
• Crate training
• Crates offer a safe place for your puppy. They also offer a break for you if puppyhood is driving you crazy. 
• Socialization
• Let your dog observe the world.
• Remember: this does not mean greeting every dog or human. No dog parks!
• In-home manners
• Teach door boundaries, coming when called, not jumping, etc. Teach them the expectations now so you don’t run into problematic behaviors later.