Bringing Home a Rescue Dog (6 Rescue Dog Tips for your First Week Home) //THE KIND CANINE

Ever thought about bringing home a rescue dog? Here are 6 rescue dog tips that you can do in your first week home to set your dog up for success, right from the very start.
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[@TheKindCanine]

Do you recently get a rescue dog? Tell me about them!

[@tbeth5503]

Great tips - thanks! Planning to adopt soon, not my first time but it's good to review because each dog is different.

[@takerhapsody]

We had our rescue dog on Sunday . She came into the house and peed in the rug , went into the garden and did a number two , came into the house and ate a bowl of food . She then found her bed and toys and immediately made herself at home . Day two ( full days ) she has had a day of no accidents and is so good . She demands to sleep in her bed in our room but that’s ok . She lay on the bed today and was in heaven . The look when she was moved to her own bed was so funny . It’s like she has always been here . We know we have been so lucky with her .

[@katetrent1084]

We rescued a 3 month old boxer puppy, she seems to think she must potty on a hard surface, such as concrete or inside. How do I help her understand she can potty on the grass?

[@Sassyellechica]

I did I just adopted a senior chihuahua from paws and pixes rescue. He is a tiny fellow. These tips were helpful. I am letting him get used to his surroundings. Question, how can I get him to use the bathroom outside? When he was in foster he got used to using the pads to use the bathroom on, I wann change this behavior if I can.

[@Sassyellechica]

How can I also get him to do more walking? He got used to being held by his fosters. I don't want to give in and carry him every where

[@NikkiBornRight]

Ok so I just adopted a old dog and he’s acting like he’s lived here forever 😂 so I’m just kinda rolling with it

[@nicolasparra8000]

Not his first rodeo 😂

[@bedheadacademic]

hahaha i love that

[@rixrox9170]

I adopted a 3 year old dog who had 3 previous owners plus the kennel stays in between. He was highly anxious and reactive at first, and most of the people i knew told me to return him to the shelter. But I paid for a dog trainer and she was amazing. She told me honestly that it could take between 6 and 12 months before he started showing his true potential, but she also saw how much he was willing to work with me. 15 months later, nearly EVERYONE who knew him before comments about his gentle nature and how obedient he is now. It wasn't easy getting to this point but I believe it was really strict boundaries (consistency, not punishment), and tonnes and tonnes of positive reinforcement that got us where we are now :)

[@jillianasyouwish8013]

I know I'm a year late but I want to say congratulations on sticking with your pup and also thank you for saving him. We saved an anxious reactive dog 10 years ago we trained and managed him but his anxiety would never be able to be completely gone and that was okay. We kept him safe and loved and rescued him from a kill shelter. He turned out to be so loving and amazing everyone loved him he just didn't like dogs and that was okay with us. We just lost him two months ago and we are in the process of saving another that is on the euthanasia list with similar issues. Already have a trainer on standby hoping we can get even further this time with the experience we have from my first boy and soul dog

[@tyreshaun]

I want to ask what I should look for in a trainer for my pup. I’m new entirely but I do need help

[@mandibees]

I love there was no annoying background music and she doesn’t smack her lips either after every sentence like most youtubers. Thank you for that ma’am!! I learned a lot and her dogs are lucky to have her!!

[@TheKindCanine]

Ha! Thanks for the compliments. ❤️ Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sonjamarx385]

Adopting a rescue dog can be really challenging but it's also very rewarding. My mixed breed Yorki is 8 years old and he was never trained and socialized. It took me 5 weeks to make him understand that the living room is not the place to release himself. During the first 2 weeks we went outside every 2 hours. A few times I had to get up at 3 am and take him out (minus 17 degrees)! Patience and a lot of positive reinforcement was neccessary to overcome this behavior. 14 months have passed and he has settled in. It takes time to integrate a traumatized rescue dog in the family.

[@TheKindCanine]

Love it! Yes, patience and some understanding is really key. The more we can consider our dog's experience as they navigate the world, the better. We are their key to a larger, happier world!

[@destituteanddecadent9106]

Woah I sure hope you mean Celsius. The world needs more people like you. Thanks. Edit: do you have fenced yard? Because I would not feel safe going out at 3 in the morning... All these things discourage me from getting a dog and I end up just volunteering at a shelter.

[@CURIOSITYKILLEDTHE12]

My new baby..came in looked around. Ate drank water..took a walk..then jumped up on the bed and took a long nap.

[@TheKindCanine]

So cute!

[@harmonyquinn2557]

Can you do a video talking about adopting a dog that was rescued from a hoarding situation? I very recently got a little guy who was recently rescued from a house hoarding situation of 150+ dogs. I’d appreciate tips on how to teach him to play w/ toys, how to open up to affection, and how to learn to and be comfortable walking outside. He always hides/lays in his bed.

[@margarettaft7362]

My advice He’s new. Leave him alone Let him come to you. If You really want him to play with you, just start by rolling a ball for him to chase. What breed is he? Some dogs have been breed to be needy clingy and emotionally dependent on owners. Others have been bred to be self sufficient. Best thing let him alone and let him come to you when he wants to. Most important get him a crate and put it in a very secluded place. Not in the. living room where most of the action is. We had a crazy rescue dog and she established herself in the playroom behind a partition. Only came out for food. And ignored the nice comfortable bed in the living room. If your dog is not a needy clingy be glad. It can be very annoying to have a dog who never leaves you alone. It will be fine. The dog will come to you. .

[@dlawn1030]

!!! Oh my goodness 150+! I'm amazed it could ever get to that stage unnoticed. I hope your guy is doing great and more settled and happy now xx

[@TheKindCanine]

OMG! That's quite a history! Name of the game here is patience and expert force free training. This can take some time and compassion to work through, for sure!

[@scottguffey5809]

@@TheKindCanine What is “expert force free training”? I have a rescue from a hoarder that had 40+ dogs and he has not let me hold him yet (outside of his bed -// he will let me pet him there) but cries when I leave for an errand.

[@TheKindCanine]

@@scottguffey5809 You can search the Pet Professional Guild or the IAABC database on their websites. “Force free training” is a modern, science-based style of training that focuses on the welfare and wellbeing of dogs, avoiding training strategies which elicit fear, anxiety, pain or stress. In addition, these two organizations have ethics statements that trainers have to sign upon joining - and the trainers are often multi-certified or hold higher level degrees in animal behavior.

[@donnaallgaier-lamberti3933]

THIS IS TOTALLY HELPFUL! I just adopted my first rescue dog four months ago, a SUPER HIGH ENERGY 1-year-old Lab/Staffordshire terrier. I am age 71 and my husband is age 76 and while we have trained Labs before this is a totally new situation. I have never had such a vocal dog before so it took me a while to understand what she was telling me. I began with basic commands; sit, stay, come, no, wait, leave it etc. Ginger is very smart but also came highly stressed as she had never lived out of the crate her first year, had never been in a car, on a lead, up the stairs etc. I have spent the first four months acclimating her to our busy dog friendly condo, the bike trail where runners, dog walkers, bikes, scooters and more. Our challenges now is barking at our neighbors as they come and go on the common hallway and barking and growling at other dogs. I have a trainer coming next week to assist me with those skills.

[@TheKindCanine]

Super cool Donna!

[@sparkle9482]

GREAT CONTENT!! I just rescued a Puppy and this is new to me I had my Precious Furbaby for 16 years from 2 weeks old and put him to rest on August 18 2022 out of LOVE!! And this Video HELPED me Tremendously🙏❤

[@alimali544]

I liked the idea of having mini treat jars around the house for when we see good behavior to reward. Great tip!!

[@TheKindCanine]

It’s always helpful to make rewarding behaviors more accessible! If you set up your environment with treat jars, you’re more likely to reward behaviors more frequently throughout the day rather than letting them go unnoticed! :)

[@tme98]

@@TheKindCanine And also add in a cookie jar beside it, so you can reward yourself for doing the proper dog training! (just dont get them mixed)

[@stevet6676]

Great video, I wish I knew these things before we got our senior rescue 1 1/2 years ago. We grew to love him, and he us. Sadly, we lost him to illness last month. We are heartbroken, but we know we gave him a wonderful year and a half. And he gave us even more.

[@TheKindCanine]

So sorry to hear about your loss, Steve. I'm glad that you had the time you did with him!

[@mlzotter6405]

i recently started working at a shelter and i can’t wait to be able to share your tips and info with adopters because it seems a lot of the time people get the wrong ideas about adoption & expect the dogs to be “happy” right away. the shelter, although we do our best, is a high-stress and scary environment. your advice is priceless and i seriously appreciate your videos! thank you for doing what you do ❤️

[@TheKindCanine]

Thank you for the kind words. Share away! We’ve recently started doing more shelter work at our local shelter and it’s so important that people take the time to build a good foundation with their dog. Thank you for the work you do!

[@aubreybaker8228]

I feel very lucky to have adopted a puppy who had experience in foster homes. Aside from a 3 week stay at the vet, she split the last 4 months in two different foster homes. She's seemed to transition to life with me, my boyfriend, and our other dog very smoothly. It's day 6 today, and she is settling in and more of her personality is coming out, but she hasn't been nervous or a troublemaker at all!

[@TheKindCanine]

That is so wonderful! ❤️

[@Dcroxford]

I found your video really helpful,thank you,I have just this week rescued an old Border Collie,she was beaten and tied up by the neck with a chain and left in an empty house,she has lost her teeth one side from chewing the chain,she was starved,thankfully she was found by someone who heard her crying,for all this she is so trusting of me,breaks my heart,this is a brilliant informative video to help myself and my new addition to the family.

[@TheKindCanine]

OMG! What a story! Thank you for taking care of your pup!

[@Astridl123]

My rescue dog comes tomorrow, I'm mostly concerned about the interaction with the cat. We did put up a baby gate so the cat can be upstairs to eat and relax there. The dog will stay in one room for the first week or weeks, she already is crate trained. I'm glad I found this video

[@LC.1990]

How did it turn out?

[@Phylonyous]

I just adopted a homeless Border Collie mix puppy and I’m going through of it! My last best friend of ten years passed away almost two years ago and I think I’m ready! A little nervous but he’s learning that truck rides mean “fun adventures “!

[@clarav.aartdolls9182]

Thank you so much for this😊 I just got a 2 year old rescue dog from egypt yesterday. He has been on a long plane ride to Denmark and arrived 2 days ago. He got all his health checks, vaccinations and blood work when he arrived. He was teased as a pup by a group of kids and got removed from that home when he was an older pup. After that he lived in an apartment/balcony with 19 other dogs. So far he has been such a good boy and hasn’t had any accidents inside. He is nervous and has small periods during the day where he is shaking🥺 He is very curious tho and loves to follow my every move. He is a bit nervous when I pet him. But I see progress. I try to give him his space. He naps infront of me and gets spoiled rotten with treats toys and praise everytime he does good things. I really hope he will soon start to see that being here is not so bad after all☺️

[@TheKindCanine]

Wow @Clara. So cool that you know a good part of the story and past! Love to hear that you are giving him space and moving at his pace. That is key! Good luck!

[@katokhaelan4881]

Thank you for this!!!

[@ASMRCountingSheep]

Really appreciated this. Thank you.

[@nsn5564]

Really good! Thanks!

[@stephenc4562]

Wow... Great tips. Thanks so much for this.

[@johnrekus1521]

Very informative...thank you!!! 😊😊😊

[@Scootir185]

Great video! Thanks so much!

[@wusrllygoood]

fantastic information!

[@drwolfpoint]

This video was very helpful in preparing for taking home my rescue dog.

[@slovenkazamlakou]

Thank u. This was great i fo

[@jasmine7555]

So helpful

[@Prodeluk]

so sweet

[@kelvinweddington7119]

Thank you this is very helpful

[@SDC-5724]

I loved this video! First night with my rescue! Thank you! ❤

[@honeyflowerbee7380]

Really useful, thank you for this!!

[@TheKindCanine]

Glad it was helpful!

[@junmasa88]

Thank you so much for these tips.

[@TheKindCanine]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@oliavee910]

Awesome tips, thank you!!!!!!!!!

[@TheKindCanine]

You are so welcome!

[@8821chris]

A very good video for learning how to treat a dog and English learning(of course for human LOL), really appreciated!!

[@erinchristine]

Your video is so thorough! Thank you for sharing all your knowledge!

[@TheKindCanine]

Wow! Thank you Erin! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@biggstile]

Interesting insights. Very practical

[@mikehardy6248]

Thanks great video I learned alot

[@TheKindCanine]

Glad it was helpful @Mike!

[@-AZ.TRAC-]

Thank you, you just helped out with planning SOOO much

[@TheKindCanine]

Yay! So glad it helped @Darkwolf!

[@daskannweg9994]

So helpful, thank you for sharing this video! I‘m subscribing immediately and checking out your other videos!

[@TheKindCanine]

Awesome! Thank you! Glad you found this helpful!

[@ScaredyCat9000]

One of the best videos about rescuing a dog that I've seen so far. There are so many vids here on youtube that don't really mention these important things. Great job on educating people!

[@TheKindCanine]

Wow, thank you @Zumble! Glad you think so!

[@kizmatlester6365]

This video was amazing! Thank you so much!

[@TheKindCanine]

You are so welcome!

[@morganwellard6345]

THIS IS AWESOME ❤️👍

[@TheKindCanine]

Thanks Morgan!

[@purpledragon339]

This video was amazing, my new pup and I thank you!

[@TheKindCanine]

So glad!

[@janicesmith9706]

Great video thx!

[@stevenanthony199]

Hello Janice how are you doing today

[@kelleyweld2946]

I really love your channel and your delivery of the information.

[@TheKindCanine]

Ah gee thanks 😊

[@exileayahika]

It was helpful. Thank you!

[@TheKindCanine]

You're welcome @Alexander!

[@exileayahika]

@@TheKindCanine ❤🙏 I love your videos they're so helpful!

[@cindynok]

Thank you, wonderful video.

[@TheKindCanine]

Thank you thank you!

[@lisawakeman510]

Great video, thanks!

[@TheKindCanine]

Glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@JM-bb8xi]

As far as white noise goes, my parents dog loves Star Trek, but only TNG. I realized she really liked the Data centric episodes, which made perfect sense given Data's calm tone and lack of strong emotions. Now when she comes to visit Im sure to put TNG on, and she will actively sit in front of the TV, even if it means coming into a different room to watch. Shes a trekkie. Lol

[@TheKindCanine]

I love this SO much. 😂❤️

[@heidi3144]

Thank you for this very helpful video. I just took in a rescue pit-bull mix who was completely emaciated. Not sure of the circumstances, but she was absolutely pitiful. Contrary to the stigma, this sweet girl is as kind and docile as you could hope for and is incredibly loving. We are following each of your tips and so far, so good. My other fur baby (also a rescue) has been an only-dog for about 5 years, so she's having a bit of an adjustment period. Hoping the two will eventually be the best of friends.

[@TheKindCanine]

Love it Heidi!

[@AlkaK9]

Such an amazing tutorial!!👏👏

[@TheKindCanine]

So glad you found it to be helpful! ❤️

[@LanaUnderPressure]

Very engaging and great information. Lots of good tips.

[@TheKindCanine]

Thank you Lana! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@littlebee1087]

Currently taking in a foster dog and this video has given me so much information! Thank you for the content 💕

[@TheKindCanine]

Yay yay yay! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@jennielamgibson]

Excellent video. Thank you for the help, what great advice👍!

[@TheKindCanine]

Thank you! Thrilled that it was helpful for you ❤️

[@cibablea]

Wow! You're a loving living dogopedia. Thanks for sharing! Our new pooch comes home tomorrow.

[@TheKindCanine]

Wonderful! Hope it's going well. Dog-o-pedia - I love it!

[@Homesteadislandlife]

Thank you, it help a lot!!

[@TheKindCanine]

You're welcome!

[@stevenanthony199]

Hello Lone how are you doing today

[@teresaluna1936]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful ways. Two days ago I went to a Sanctuary to adopt a Maltese. I came home with two of them. I could see how the 6 months old had bonded with Fawn, the 3 yrs old. I couldn’t separate them. Now I am trying to learn how get them to trust, as they both have never been in a home. They move away if I try to touch them. Your video has helped me a lot. I feel like I can handle this situation and make them feel loved and at home . Thanks again, as I am searching for more of your videos.

[@carolynrasor5013]

VERY well done! Comprehensive, intelligent yet friendly and well spoken. Subscribed!

[@TheKindCanine]

Thanks Carolyn! Good to have you here!

[@whitemountainvlog8002]

❤️❤️❤️❤️great video

[@TheKindCanine]

Thank you!!

[@jackiebarlow4920]

Absolutely brilliant!! I have just rescued a dog and I just love all these invaluable tips. ❤️

[@TheKindCanine]

Thanks Jackie! Glad you've got some takeaways here. Let me know how it goes!

[@kokolores.4690]

My rescue puppy will be here in 5 days and your video helped a Lot. Thank you 🥰

[@wolfsrule100]

Going to the shelter tomorrow, thanks for the tips

[@TheKindCanine]

That's so awesome! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Peter-yc1rs]

Great tips I’m adopting this week and I’m anxious to provide a happy home

[@gwest88]

Been researching all night and this is the most helpful video I’ve seen about adopting rescue dogs. Definitely subscribing. Keep up the good work!

[@TheKindCanine]

Thank you Gabby! Glad you found some good takeaways!

[@christines.4711]

Great video!

[@TheKindCanine]

Thanks!

[@mandanamirshekari6528]

Thank you for adopting a beautiful one and thanks for your kindness and caring and useful tips🏡

[@TheKindCanine]

You bet Mandana! Thank you for the kind words! Glad the video was helpful to you.

[@cathyba5113]

Excellent video Thanks for all the good tips I suscribed

[@TheKindCanine]

Thanks so much @Cathy! Glad you got something from it!

[@swamp7child]

This video was fantastic. I’m bringing my adopted puggle home in a couple weeks :)

[@TheKindCanine]

Good luck!! Let me know how it goes!

[@brynoluck5073]

A couple moving across country is rehoming their Pembroke Corgi to us tomorrow and this video is super helpful, thank you!

[@TheKindCanine]

You’re very welcome! ❤️

[@kbacon]

Looking to adopt my first dog soon. This video was immensely helpful. Thank you for posting it

[@TheKindCanine]

Glad it was helpful!

[@whitneyregis8828]

This is the exact video I've been looking for! I watched so many videos that didn't help at all. THANK YOU!!

[@TheKindCanine]

You're welcome! ❤️

[@ealston0826]

Love, love this video! You talked about all the things I normally tell people to do with their dogs, not just the rescues but, the ones from the breeder as well. They are coming into a new environment with new people is scary. Love, and patience does it. We have to become benevolent leaders for our pups and build a relationship based on trust and respect. You gained a subscriber madame.

[@TheKindCanine]

So glad it was helpful for you! ❤️ Happy to have you here! 😊

[@brandoncompton7190]

Soooooooo helpful. I grew up in a house where if it popped on the floor. They would spank the dog which makes no sense to me. Never did and now that I’m an adult with my first dog… I want to do it right. Can’t wait to watch your other videos!!

[@TheKindCanine]

I love this @Brandon! You're spot on! It's your relationship with you dog and you get to do it your way. Hoping for the best for you both!

[@shawnbrown2726]

thank you so much for this video , we are almost a week into our journey with our rescue dog

[@TheKindCanine]

Glad it was helpful! Good luck!

[@stevenanthony199]

Hello Shawn how are you doing today

[@missyschultz2863]

Hello. We rescued a 10 year old chihuahua from a shelter. Most likely a puppy mill dog. ZERO training! Not housebroke at all. Winter in Chicago area ... not so fun for a chihuahua. I have had success taking out to potty and a reward of white meat chicken but she still has not quite connected the dots! I also bought indoor grass but this is also completely foreign to her. She is very sweet and not nervous at all with me but runs away form my husband. I am sure it will take time and consistency on my part. She only has about 4 teeth ... the puppy mill took zero care of her. She was only spayed after being surrendered. Came from Texas to IL to a no kill shelter. Anyhoo ... she is a sweetie. Thanks for all and any time. She is in a large create with her fuzzy bed and food/water dishes. Not much interest in her small stuffed bear. She LOVES to eat!!! I am thinking with only a few teeth bones would be a bad idea. I'll have to look into the toys for treats to entertain her. She has pretty good energy and is being treated fro heart worm ... in 30 days she gets her shots for the heart worm. Take care everyone.

[@TheKindCanine]

Thanks for sharing Missy! Chester is a rescue from a puppy mill. They can be challenging to work with, but so rewarding when you start to see some progress. Best of luck to you!

[@4capybaras]

thanks! That was so helpful, i'm getting a dog next week and am a bit nervous but very excited!

[@TheKindCanine]

Good luck!! You can do it!

[@SidSLI]

Wonderful video. Thanks for all the specific, actionable tips! I'm fostering a rescue dog for the first time in a few weeks and I'm looking up all I can about de-stressing and potty training from the very arrival...

[@TheKindCanine]

Great work S L! Taking the time to get some the pre-work can be a life saver! Best of luck with your new pup!

[@evelien135]

Same! Our boy is coming to our home next week so I’m trying to learn all I can since I’ve only had experience with retrievers I’ve had since puppy before.

[@kubabaluta]

Thanks for the tips! Very nice and informative video. Greetings from Poland!

[@TheKindCanine]

Thank you!

[@uvrays7939]

That little folding gate would not stop Indie, my new adopted husky.

[@TheKindCanine]

Those gates do come in all shapes and sizes, but sometimes we use bungee cords to attach it to this that or the other for more stability. We use baby gates as well for those rooms we really want gated off!

[@drwolfpoint]

Thank you for posting this video. I am preparing to adopt my first rescue dog.

[@TheKindCanine]

Best of luck! Let me know how it goes!

[@drwolfpoint]

@@TheKindCanine Thank you, I brought home my rescue dog, a lab/Australian shepherd mix, almost a month and a half ago and she has settled in well with the routine. Great work and thank you for making very insightful videos.

[@lisarampertshammer1846]

I knew about clicking what you like at home, but the idea of S.M.A.R.T. x 50 was new for me. Thank you, that's a good tip.

[@TheKindCanine]

You're welcome! We're always looking for reward desired behavior whenever and wherever we can get it!

[@stevenanthony199]

Hello Lisa how are you doing today

[@monikastefanowicz197]

We rescued a 10 week old lab retriever pup - this is helpful!! Thank you!

[@TheKindCanine]

Glad it helped!

[@demiallen5860]

Cant thank you enough for this video,I have recently adopted a rescue dog, she wont be with me until August but this video has calmed me and help me to understand what I need to do and how to help not only the dog but me also 😊

[@TheKindCanine]

Awesome Demi! Sounds like you've got plenty of time to get things sorted before your furry friend arrives. That's great news! Good luck!

[@MC-fv9no]

I pick up my dog this Thursday! 🥰

[@TheKindCanine]

So exciting! Good luck with everything!

[@guymorris6596]

What breed ?

[@Vince_F]

Tip #2 is the KEY to a happy and well behaved dog!!! Good informative video‼️👍🏽

[@TheKindCanine]

Thank you!

[@saladlady230]

Good information, Erica. Thank you. I adopted a 12-year-old mutt who had been with his previous owner for 9 years. I am learning about separation anxiety.

[@TheKindCanine]

A common problem, especially for owners over the last year, I'm afraid! Malena DeMartini has an excellent course on the topic that you might benefit from! malenademartini.com/for-owners/separation-anxiety-in-dogs-mission-possible-online-course/

[@trishroscoe8273]

Thank you for this video! We have am application in for a shelter and I wanted to make sure we are prepared for when we are approved.

[@TheKindCanine]

That's awesome Trish. Good luck out there!

[@warriorwaiting316]

This video is a Godsend because I had/have no idea what I'm doing and I myself grew up in bad situations so I too have trauma so I'd assume he acts certain ways cus he against me or whatever and it's so helpful for me to understand him better cus sometimes I get in my emotions and take it out on him or if he does one thing wrong I get upset when I shouldn't. I wanna be better for him 💜 I wasn't fortunate enough to grow up with dogs but this is so helpful he is doing great and he's just such a blessing I couldn't imagine my life without him he's my only family I have to remember that he doesn't think like I think.

[@TheKindCanine]

Glad this helps Amy. I've often found that dogs can be great teachers for our own personal growth if we're willing to listen to what they have to say to us! Good luck out there!

[@tog279]

I can’t believe the Dalmatian in the background stood still for the whole video!!!

[@TheKindCanine]

😂😂

[@maitch7497]

I thought this video and your tips were fantastic! My little one eyed Shih Tzu arrives in London from Saudi Arabi in a few weeks and although I had a beautiful shih tzu for 18 years this will be my first rescue dog. I’ve taken some really good tips and this totally made sense to me Thank you ! Michael and Captain! London UK

[@TheKindCanine]

Best of luck you both. Thanks Michael!

[@nancyjohnson5810]

Thanks for all this valuable information as our new rescue is being spayed today and tomorrow we get to bring her home. I just hope the vet gives us something for pain for a couple of days because our last fur baby was neutered, and he gave us nothing for our boy for pain.

[@TheKindCanine]

You can always ask! I’ve never met a vet that isn’t willing to prescribe something for mild sedation or pain after a procedure like that. Especially a spay, since it is much more intrusive and has a longer recovery than a neuter. ❤️

[@hji123]

What is a high-value treat? Thanks! I’m getting my rescue today :) loved the video! 🐶

[@TheKindCanine]

Great question @Leilani! A high value treat is one that your dog really likes. Could be something like lunch meat, hot dogs, or cheese! Check out this video made about it for a deeper dive: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHm9dHWOqdyDn7M

[@barathor]

Thank you very much for this, I am going to meet a dog tomorrow after 9 years of my family having its last dog but it will be the first time that it will be "my" dog sort of speak.. Hope everything goes well!

[@TheKindCanine]

Best of luck! It takes time, patience and lots of love! Keep me posted!

[@watchmoivies123]

Oh your dogs are so cute is one of Border Collie and one in Australian Shepherd with a tail

[@TheKindCanine]

They’re actually both Australian shepherds! :) Nia just has prick ears - I thought she was a border collie mix until we had her DNA tested! She’s almost 100% aussie 👍🏻

[@watchmoivies123]

@@TheKindCanine oh. Okay. Thank you

[@KimDominie]

Thank you so much for this video. I am getting a new dog next week. He isn't coming from a rescue or shelter, but it is being rehomed by his owner who feels it's important that he is with someone who is home all day. Even so, he is coming into a new home, suddenly made to live with strangers, still going through an adjustment. This video is just overall helpful and I appreciate it.

[@TheKindCanine]

Very cool! And whether it's from a shelter or a rehome, this is really about acclimating a dog to their new environment! It's geared at those dogs that may have come from a potentially stressful shelter environment, but even if not, all these techniques will still work well!

[@stevenanthony199]

Hello Kim how are you doing today

[@cooperharris136]

In my first 12 hours of adopting my Catahoula.🥰she’s so sweet but i think she’s definitely still nervous and adjusting.

[@TheKindCanine]

3-3-3! 3 days to destress (get all that cortisol out), 3 weeks to start to learn your routines, and 3 months to start seeing the real dog! All the best to you on this new journey!

[@reginafick6620]

We just rescued at young boxer(estimated 9-12 months) The 1st week has been pretty good, but he didn’t do well with his third crating session. He broke out of the crate, countered surfed, but the funny thing was, he only took his and our snacks and piled them up on the couch and laid there and guarded them. Never even tried to eat any of it. We nicknamed him Duke: Protector of the Snacks. We will go back to basics on the crate, and work on the separation anxiety. I really enjoy your videos! Very informative for a first time rescuer!!!

[@TheKindCanine]

Thank you! Dont hesitate to reach out to a force free trainer in your area if you need some support!

[@dwabit4662]

I’m adopting a 8 month old Pom from Ukraine who is fortunately in an amazing household where he is taken care of however the owner is immigrating due to the situation going on and therefore can not take care of the pom. I really hope he can feel safe as he will be truly loved :)

[@fabledlight908]

I'madopting my first puppy, (I do have experience with dog, but this one will be mine) she'll be with me in a month and she's six months old, I'm very anxious to meet her and your video definitely prevented me from making some VERY stupid mistakes, I'll be holding off on introducing her to my mom's dogs, she will have to meet our grumpy old man of a cat (he would probably beat me up if i tried to quarantine him) but not having to meet so many dogs will help her a lot I'm sure :D

[@TheKindCanine]

Good luck! Glad we could help!

[@stevenanthony199]

Hello Fabled how are you doing today

[@apriltheInvincible]

I just rescued a 7-year-old mini Poodle who has only three legs and 5 teeth. (I've had him for 6 days) He wasn't treated very well in his previous life, and the vet convinced his owner to surrender him, and then she did all the medical work he needed and he went to his foster. I have him now, almost a week, and he is so lovey, I adore him and want to give him the very best. I have been using the clicker and in just a few days, he responds to his name, come and no. And sometimes off, but not always lol We go to bed around 10-11, he sleeps all night til around 7AM, we go out, all is well. The issue I am having is house training. He does not want to go outside, at all. It's cold and snowy and he hates it. He will just pee wherever he wants inside. Although I work from home, I don't always get to him in time. It was suggested to me that I keep his leash on all day so when he starts circling and sniffing, I can take him right outside. What do you think? I have pee pads now and really hate them, and he doesn't always go to them anyway. I also bought a training fence like you have in this video and thought I might make the inside of that the place where he uses the pee pads but I just don't want that. I don't want to use them at all. I'd love your thoughts!! Cheers from Nova Scotia!

[@TheKindCanine]

Wow! Hello from Oregon! I'd check out Kiko Pup's channel, as Emily Larlham does a great job explaining these things! Here's a link to her video on house training: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYuTiXioaal6nNU

[@LC.1990]

Thank you for this. We adopted a very, very scared shih tzu mix boy yesterday. He has not eaten, had water or went potty outside. Needless to say we are very worried.

[@TheKindCanine]

Thank you for giving him a safe place to rest and be loved. ❤️ It will take time and patience, but he will warm up!