What to Expect Upon Arrival at Home
Prepare for the Arrival of Your Pug
Once you have completed the general screening procedure at the shelter or rescue, you will be ready to prepare for the arrival of your new Pug. Take the time to bond with your new dog at the shelter or rescue, if they permit you to interact with the Pug you’ve selected.
This is also the time to ensure that you or a family member will have the leisure to devote to caring for a Pug. Pugs are sociable and frequently become figuratively “attached at the hip” to their owners. They will not appreciate being left home alone for hours.
Additionally, owners should investigate what type of food the shelter has been supplying the Pug. This will facilitate a smoother transition when introducing your Pug to an entirely new environment.
It may also be beneficial for you, as the owner, to request that the shelter take something like a blanket or toy that your Pug used for snoozing. In this way, your Pug will have something familiar to cling to, which will make the transition less distressing for them.
Before bringing your Pug home, you should also make preparations for any Special Needs your Pug may have. As circumstances vary from owner to owner, inquire at the shelter about how you can better prepare your property in such situations.
Prior to bringing your new companion home, make every effort to learn as much as you can about their history. This will assist you in becoming more patient and determined as you attempt to integrate your Pug into their new household.
If you are unfamiliar with Pug ownership, attempt to learn as much as possible about the breed. Familiarise yourself with their personalities and any inherent health problems associated with this breed. Prepare your home for your Pug by purchasing items. Buy them containers for food and a leash, as well as any other necessities that come with the territory.