Tips to ensure a smooth transition in moving into a new home?

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I have heard dogs will adjust to new homes as long as their owner "alpha dog" is there. But my concern is her possibly having to be house broken again. What are the chances of us having to resort back to step one with potty training. Also, any other tips to make the move a smooth & stress free as possible for the both of us?
I was told by a trainer, not to wash any of her beds, blankets, etc. So she is able to take her scent/ home with her. Any tips appreciated :)

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June 19, 2010

Amy
1:44 am #

Peachtree City Movers

We have moved with dogs and never had any kind problems at all. I'm sure all will go well.

June 21, 2010

akucak
8:12 pm #

Peachtree City Movers

when we bought our house, we only had the one dog at the time, he sniffed all over, then not too long after that he peed right on out new carpet, and he was totally housebroken!! we told him that was bad and he knew and never did it again, i guess it was to mark his teritory but we kinda expected him to do it. it was tough to make the move easy for him cause he left 2 other dogs he used to live with so he had to deal with being alone too. but he took to it well, we gave him lovge and accepted him new home perfectly, then a few months later we bought another dog for him really, for company, we dont really have the room for so many dogs, but for him to have another dog was a good decision, so he wasnt alone,

expect tho that the dog may *** once at least in the house, some dont….ours did, but if there house broken they will get the message. its just all new to them, and i bet the sniffs are incredible for them, good luck with it!

June 24, 2010

luvtochasecows
10:34 pm #

Peachtree City Movers

We've moved and our dogs never had a bit of trouble with the move. There were 4 of them. They didn't tear up anything inside the house at all, and we also didn't have any trouble with the house breaking either. They never made a mistake. I think with us, all our "stuff" and their "stuff" they'll know it's home and be fine. Hopefully you'll be able to keep them in somewhat of the same routine they are in now and their world won't change much, just the carpet they live on.

June 25, 2010

bora
9:23 am #

Peachtree City Movers

I just moved and its possible the dog might *** inside if there is carpeting and the previous owners had pets. My dog did it twice but stopped. Don't wash their beds right away. Routine is vital. Stick to a consistant routine so they get comfortable fast. Took my dog for walks around the area to get use to it. My dog was barking at everthing for a while until she got use to the sounds. Keep a light on when you leave and a radio to drown out sounds. Kongs are my livesavers when I'm not home. But the best advice is routine. Enjoy your new space!

June 26, 2010

Karen L
6:59 pm #

Peachtree City Movers

I've moved lots with dogs, as well as camped, and travelled staying in motels, and haven't had one who cared where we were as long as I was there. I think it helps to take the familiar blanket or whatever, so you can put it down and the dog knows where it's supposed to sleep in this new place. Don't worry about washing or not washing. There is no washing you can do which will remove enough scent so the dog won't recognize its blanket.

I also see no reason, as long as the dog really is house broken, that she won't adjust very quickly to a new place. I'd take her for a tour of the new yard almost as soon as you get there, give lots of praise if she pees during the tour, and that's probably about all you'll have to do. Give her time to have a good sniff around the place. Go out with her the first few times in case she's nervous in a new yard. Put the food and water dish out right away too. Mine settle right into a hotel room with dishes and blanket set out.

During the upheaval of the move, keep as much as possible to your usual schedules and routines with the dog. Many dogs recognize when you're moving or going away. If your dog is one who knows what packing a suitcase or loading a bunch of stuff into the car means, it's often best to put the dog in the car while the movers do their thing, assuming the dog likes car rides. That way, the dog doesn't wonder what the heck is happening to its familiar house, doesn't get underfoot, and doesn't worry that it will be left behind. It's in the car because it's going too.

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