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New dog just home: Crate training, bonding, and first week plan?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 11 days old

Hi. My friends got a dog yesterday and I volunteered to help train her. She is a mix, with some Pit Bull and Boxer in her. She doesn’t have a name yet. I want to start with getting her comfortable in her crate because last night she was barking a lot. Then I want to get her to bond a bit with her new owners. Anything else I should do today? It’s her 2nd day home, so I don’t wanna stress her too much. Also, what should I do over the next few weeks? Thanks!

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on January 12th, 2020

These links may help: https://www.petcoach.co/article/bringing-your-new-puppy-home/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-crate-train-your-puppy-or-older-dog/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/new-puppies-sleep-tips-for-bedtime/ I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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