Welcome Home, Pup Parent!
Congratulations 🎉 , your new best friend is finally home! There’s nothing like those first zoomies across your living room or the sweet little snores from a brand-new four-legged family member. Whether your pup is fresh from the shelter, a breeder, or a rescue, those first days at home set the stage for a lifetime of tail wags and love. That’s why this issue is all about helping you and your pup get off on the right paw.
🤣Joke of the Week:
What did the dog say after a long day?
Today was ruff! 🐾
Training Tip: The Power of Routines
Dogs thrive on structure, it makes them feel safe and confident. A consistent daily routine for meals, potty breaks, play, and sleep helps your pup settle faster and reduces anxiety. Think of it as creating a “doggy calendar” they can rely on.
📌Pack Tip: Feed at the same times each day, and keep potty breaks on schedule. This not only makes housetraining easier but also builds trust between you and your pup.
👉Learn more about why routine matters: American Kennel Club – Puppy Schedule 101
🩺Vet Corner: Your Dog’s First Vet Visit
Your pup’s first checkup is more than just a meet and greet it’s the cornerstone of their health journey. Expect a full physical exam, vaccines, parasite checks, and plenty of questions about diet, behavior, and history.
📌Pack Tip: Bring any adoption papers, vaccination records, and a list of questions you have. Your vet will love you for being so prepared.
👉Resource: AVMA – What to Expect at Your Puppy’s First Vet Visit
🐕Gear Pick: Crate
Crates = Safe Zones
A crate isn’t a cage, it’s your pup’s den. Used properly, it’s a safe, cozy retreat that helps with potty training, prevents chewing disasters, and gives your dog a “room of their own.”
📌Pack Tip: Make it comfy with a blanket, but never use it as punishment. Think of it as their happy hideaway.
👉Recommended read: Humane Society – Crate Training 101
Tail Wagging Events This Week:
Saturday October 4th : Brunch With Your Dog. (Astoria, NY)
Sunday October 5th: Puppy & Rescue Dog. (Pasadena, CA)
Saturday October 4th: Water Bark Day. (New Caney, TX)
Saturday October 4th: Dog day. (Clermont, FL)
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📢Pack Call: Share Your Tails!
Fellow Pawthentic Pack members, we want to hear from you!
Send us your funniest pup photo, your best training tip, or your most heartwarming adoption story, and you might be featured in next week’s issue.
Take it slow, celebrate small wins, and remember: every great dog owner relationship starts with patience, consistency, and lots of treats. 🐾💙🧡
Pack Pals.