Help your dog cope with a move

Una move It is a situation that generates stress and anxiety in the whole family, including our dog. That is why it is important to make this transit as natural and peaceful as possible for him, helping him to easily adapt to his new home. For this we will follow some guidelines related to your routine and comfort.

First of all, it is important anticipate the situation, preparing our dog for the change from weeks or months before the move. A good idea is to walk frequently through what will be our new neighborhood, so that the animal can get used to its characteristic smells and sounds.

On the other hand, it is recommended not washing his bed and his toys until some time after we settle in the new house, so that he can recognize smells familiar to him. In addition, we must maintain the same routine, making sure that the moving process does not affect their meal times or walks.

The best thing is that we keep the animal out of the stress of the move to the greatest extent. However, sometimes it will be impossible, since you will see us pack our objects, put things in boxes ... In short, you will notice an unusual movement and that will make you nervous. It is important, in these moments, that let's not scold him and be calm.

Another trick that will help our dog during this transition is bring their toys and food beforehand to the new house, so that it is more like your home. And it is that the moment in which we take the dog for the first time to our new house is key during this process, so it is important that it has everything necessary from the first minute (toys, food, drink, a place to rest ... ).

It will be of great help to give you a long walk before, in order to relax you before your first visit. In addition, the best thing is that we guide you around the house, showing you all the corners, and not leaving you alone during the first days. We must let him sniff all he wants and choose the places that are most comfortable for him in his new home.