The Ultimate Guide to Adopting a Dog

Everything you need to know about adopting a new family member. From preparing your home, to finding the right dog for you and your lifestyle. 

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What you'll learn

  • What You Will Learn Icon The importance of preparing for a new dog.
  • What You Will Learn Icon How to evaluate what type of dog would work best for you and your lifestyle.
  • What You Will Learn Icon What to do when you bring your new dog home.
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Course content

In this course you will learn everything you need to know about the process of adopting a dog. The importance of finding the right dog for you and your lifestyle as well as preparing your home and environment. 


Course includes

  • Scheduled Icon 5 lessons
  • Scheduled Icon 18 videos
  • Scheduled Icon 0 exams
  • Scheduled Icon 2hrs 30m time to complete

Requirements

  • Requirements IconAccess to a computer, phone or tablet
  • Requirements IconAccess to the internet
  • Requirements IconTime to see multiple shelters and dogs.
  • Requirements IconPatience and a calm approach.
  • Requirements IconThe desire to work with your animal to live a cohesive life.
  • Requirements IconThings like food, toys, chews, etc.
  • Requirements IconTime to spend with your new best friend.

Syllabus

This course has several lessons, each with a progress exam and most with supplemental learning materials, such as videos, illustrations, and/or downloadables.

Introduction: What to Think About Before Bringing a Dog Home

Here we take a look at different lifestyles, living arrangements, and other factors to consider when thinking about adopting a dog. 

In this lesson we will go over all the physical and monetary responsibilities that come along with owning a dog

In this lesson, we learn how to approach adopting a dog. Linn shares guidance and great tips to consider when looking for the perfect dog.

In this lesson you will learn how to prepare your home, both indoors and outdoors, as well as your maintenance crew, neighbors, and friends. 

This lesson covers what to expect when bringing your new dog home. We will cover the importance of allowing your dog time to decompress as well as acclimate to their new environment. 


Who this course is for

Anyone who wants to adopt a dog. Whether you have had dogs your whole life, or this is your first, this course will help you and your pup with ease.