Holistic Dog Adoption Tips to Prepare for Your New Best Friend

Thinking about adopting a dog? You’re in the right place. Bringing home a rescue pup is exciting and life-changing, but it can also feel overwhelming. After fostering dozens of dogs myself, I’ve learned that a holistic approach... meeting your dog’s physical, emotional, and behavioral needs... makes all the difference in creating a smooth transition.

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Here you’ll find our best dog adoption tips to guide you from choosing the right pup to helping them feel safe and loved at home.

If you’re just starting out, grab our free Rescue Dog Survival Kit to ease those first days.

For step-by-step support, my Dog Adoption Workbook dives even deeper.

Start here before adopting a dog:

Start here after you adopt a dog:

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How much does a dog cost per month?

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What is black dog syndrome?

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Should I get a dog? Quiz

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