Bringing Home Your Rescue Dog: First 30 Days Checklist (UK)
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Days 1–3: Decompression
- Quiet home, set up safe zone, short walks only
- Keep routine predictable; avoid visitors
- Supervise doorways and garden exits
Days 4–14: Settling
- Basic cues, reward calm, crate/bed training
- Gradual intros to friends/pets
- Short car rides and easy enrichment (snuffle mat)
Days 15–30: Building confidence
- Longer walks, enrichment games, supervised social time
- Review progress; ask rescue for tips
- Consider a basic training class