Moving with a Dog!

Moving with a Dog or Dogs can be a traumatic experience. After all, moving in and of itself is a big project. One of the best things to think about before making the move is where you are going to put the dog when you arrive at your new home. Is there a fenced yard? Is the fence secure enough that your dog will not panic and climb over or dig under? Have you done a perimeter check of the fence before releasing the dog to the new location. You might want to consider setting up a smaller enclosure within the larger yard for the first few weeks and spending those first few hours/days in the yard with the dog to get them used to the new setting. Take familiar toys, blankets, bedding with you. Monitor your dogs barking the first few weeks until he/she feels comfortable. Chances are they might be a bit noisier than usual. After all, your attention will be diverted elsewhere. So, make sure they are kept secure and happy!

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