James Woller shares five ways to welcome a rescue dog into the home so they can become a part of the family. It’s essential that you do everything you can to make her feel at ease and look for the ways to make a true and unbreakable bond, he says. Woller recommends five ways of connecting with a rescue to help them become a friend for life:
- Talk and touch is everything
- Obedience training is essential
- Positive reinforcement is key
- Get exercise involved
- Be as patient as possible
Source: Bark, October 2019. Link.
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