Always Faithful Scoop: July Week 4 Newsletter

Welcome to the Dog Days of Smart Adoption

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Welcome Back to the Final Week of Our July Newsletter!
Or as your new dog would call it: “Week Four of My World Domination Plan.”

You did it! You made the big choice. The pup is home, the camera roll is full of blurry tail shots, and you’ve said the words “What did I just step in?” more times than you expected. But don’t worry—you’re not alone in this magical, slightly messy chapter of new dog ownership.

This week, we’re tackling what happens after the adoption glow (and the puppy breath) wears off. The first two weeks are all about calm leadership, low expectations, and the understanding that accidents on the rug aren’t personal. You’ve got structure to set, routines to build, and boundaries to lovingly enforce—because raising a well-adjusted dog doesn’t happen by accident (but your slippers being chewed definitely might).

With DOGust coming on August 1, which is the universal birthday for all shelter dogs with unknown dates of birth, we hope our July newsletter series has prepared you for the joy of adoption. Let’s walk through it together, leash in hand and sense of humor intact. Ready? Let’s do this.

Much love - Always Faithful Dog Training of New Orleans

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So You Got a New Dog—Now What?

A Survival Guide to the First Two Weeks (and Your Sanity)

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Congratulations! You brought home a new dog! Your heart is full, your camera roll is 80% dog photos, and your welcome mat is… well, probably half-eaten. Welcome to the honeymoon phase—equal parts magic, mayhem, and mysterious puddles.

Let’s break down those first two weeks so you don’t go from “this is the best day ever!” to googling “return policy on living creatures.”

Step 1: The Moment You Exit the Car