My puppy pants indoors. How do I help her adjust to crated nights?

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Hello We picked up our 8wk old pure bred Labrador yesterday. She is panting very heavily when in doors - however once outside day or night she is happiest! We have indoor animals, pack members. Apparently this breeder kept the mum and pups outdoors 24/7!! How can I help her adjust to life crated at night indoors? She’s in our room with us. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 29 days old | 11 lbs

Dr. Kristin DVM · Accepted Answer

Congratulations on your new puppy. Some pups take a bit longer to adjust to their new homes, which isn't surprising as it is a big change! I recommend using a supplement to help with anxiety. Anxitane and Composure are two very safe options. Anxitane: https://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3307+11260+27387&pcatid=27387 Composure: https://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3307+11260+20934&pcatid=20934 You can also use Adaptil, which is a pheromone product to help with anxiety. https://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3307+11260+37236&pcatid=37236 Or, better yet, you can use Adaptil, and one of the supplements to help make Violet feel less anxious and safe in her new home. Thanks for using PetCoach.

My puppy pants indoors. How do I help her adjust to crated nights?

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