Bringing New puppy home:

When  bringing your puppy home with you let him take stock of his surroundings, and show him his crate or bed.  Have a suitatable washable bedding inside the crate for him. A blanket or towl smelling of mother, can be placed in the crate, although it is better to keep this for nighttime to help him settle down for sleep. Your puppy will quickly feel safe but must accustom himself to unfamiliar smells.

 Try to allow time for your puppy to become familiar with his immediate environment before introducing new areas. Allow exploring and don't worry if your puppy sits under a chair for safety. Use minimal handling while he is gaining confidence in his surroundings and is getting to know you. Feed a first meal shortly after arriving to help your puppy find where his food and water bowls are. Take your puppy outside after eating. When he is tired, offer the crate and leave him alone for a short time, allowing him to be quiet and sleep undisturbed. When your puppy wakes, go outside with him immediately and allow him to relive himself. Alternate between quiet times and play sessions, without spending too long on either, so your puppy gets used to playing 

on his own with you nearby.

 Try to play gently, not overwhelmingly, one toy at a time. When your puppy becomes tired, place him in the crate. Leave your puppy to be quiet, and shut the door while he is happy to sleep alone. Spend time with your puppy when he is awake, but also leave him for short periods to accustom your puppy to being alone.

 When deciding where your puppy will sleep the first night, keep in mind that if you change your mind later, you may have to suffer noisy nights while he learns to settle in again. Consistency is the key to establishing a bedtime routine. Some puppies take longer than others to settle in and sleep through the night. Your pup likely will whine or cry for the first few nights at bedtime but should soon get used to the routine. Others may need to go out on the middle of the night, as they cannot "hold it" until morning. Patience is essential!

 The first few days of your puppy's life with you is the time when he learns your rules, those he must live by. Some dogs are very intelligent, and their mental abilities must not be underestimated.  

During these early days, your puppy will be sizing you up and learning what sort of person you are. If you indulge your pup's whims now, he will learn to expect to always get the upper paw!

 There are a few basic rules that all dogs will need to understand from the outset:

• You are the leader
• No means no!
• Good behavior will be rewarded.
• Some areas will be off limits.
• Boundaries and rules for his behavior will begin on day one.