Adoption Materials

Getting started with your new dog

Below are resources on helping your dog transition to your new home and recommended supplies and trainers.

Bringing Home Your New Dog

Recommended Supply List

Finding a Dog Trainer

Meeting other dogs

We always recommend slow intros between dogs, so they can build trust, which increases the chances that they’ll get along and ensures safety.

Introducing a new dog to your resident dog

Dog-Dog Introductions: Parallel Walking

Dog’s Social Tolerance

Behavior Tips

These short resources describe how to train, manage, and entertain your dog. Helping your dog engage in activities they enjoy or managing their environment can be just as effective as formal training for encouraging desirable behaviors.

American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior: Position Statement on Humane Dog Training

Doggie Body Language

SMARTX50 See Mark Reward Training Game

Find Your Moment of Yes!: Rewarding Wanted Behaviors

Enrichment Staircase

Upgrade to 1st Class: Training for everyday challenges