CAMP BOW WOW OFFERS EXPERT TIPS TO WELCOME A NEW DOG HOME

Patience and planning are key for making a new pet feel safe, secure and loved

WESTMINSTER, Colo., Jan. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pet adoptions soar during December and January, which means many households are welcoming a new furry family member — and to help make the transition as smooth as possible, Camp Bow Wow, the nation's leading doggy day care and boarding franchise, is sharing expert tips to help a new pup feel safe, secure and loved in their new environment.

Bringing home a new furry family member — especially over the holidays — can be an exciting and heartwarming experience. During this busy season, it's especially important to provide consistency to get dogs off to a great start.

"Bringing a new dog into your home is a long-term commitment, and you want to get off to a great start by being intentional in how you help them adjust to their new life," says Camp Bow Wow Animal Health and Behavioral Expert Erin Askeland, MSc, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA. "With a little patience and understanding, you can set up your new dog — and yourself — for years of joy, snuggles and love." 

Askeland offers these top six tips to welcome a new dog: 

• Manage expectations – Adjusting to a new home takes time. It can take several weeks or months for a dog to feel completely secure and show their true personality.
• Create a safe space – Arrange your dog's blankets, toys, food and water in a designated area so they feel confident and secure.
• Observe – Learn about dog body language and watch how your pup interacts with their environment to understand their needs and emotions.
• Take it slow – Introduce new experiences gradually. Plan only one new activity per day, such as meeting one new person or practicing one training cue.
• Include socialization – Practice controlled, positive experiences with a variety of different people, pups, objects and environments to help build a confident and adaptable pup. Regular visits to a safe, well-run doggy day care can help provide continued socialization. 
• Plan ahead – Eventually, you'll have to visit the vet, leave your new dog alone or find day care or boarding options. Visit your vet and boarding facility with your pup long before you need them to provide brief, positive experiences. You can also practice using day care for short periods before leaving your dog for a longer day. This helps build familiarity and prepare for future needs.

To help dogs of all ages socialize, exercise and reinforce positive behaviors, pet parents are encouraged to try day care at Camp Bow Wow. Specifically for puppies aged 4 months to 1 year, the Pawsitive Start Jr. Program, available at select locations, offers a valuable opportunity to build a strong foundation through socialization, skill-building and enrichment in a safe and nurturing environment. All of Camp Bow Wow's programs are designed to set dogs up for a happier and healthier life. 

About Camp Bow Wow
Camp Bow Wow^® is a leading franchise brand in the rapidly growing pet care industry with over 200 franchise locations in 41 states and Canada. Since 2000, the Camp concept has provided the highest levels of fun, safety and service for its Campers and peace of mind for their parents. Dogs romp together in an open-play environment and snooze the night away in spacious individual cabins. In addition to day care and overnight boarding, the company offers personalized enrichment opportunities, grooming services and a rewards-based dog training program. The Camp Bow Wow brand family also includes the Bow Wow Buddies Foundation^®, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing urgent medical care funds to dogs who are homeless or whose parents cannot afford to pay their veterinary bills. Camp Bow Wow has been ranked on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 list for 15 consecutive years. Camp Bow Wow is part of Propelled Brands, a recognized leader in the franchising industry.

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