⭐ Pre-Adoption Guide
Before You Adopt:
Set Yourself and Your New Dog Up for Success
Adopting a rescue dog is life-changing — for them and for you. Before you bring home your next family member, take a few minutes to understand what to expect and how to prepare. The more you know now, the smoother your journey will be.
Adoption isn’t just about bringing home a dog — it’s about giving them a safe, predictable environment where they can decompress and thrive.
At Infinite PawsAbilities, we’ve seen firsthand that educated adopters create the most stable, successful placements.
A little preparation now prevents stress, setbacks, and misunderstandings later.
Adopting a rescue dog is life-changing — for both of you. This page will walk you through what to expect, how to prepare, and how to make your adoption as successful as possible.
A little preparation now can create a lifetime of success. At Infinite PawsAbilities, we believe educated adopters build the strongest bonds — and the most stable homes. Please take a few minutes to go through our Pre-Adoption Guide and complete the Rescue Success mini-course below.
KEY THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU ADOPT
When a dog enters a new home, they may shut down, cling, hide, pace, avoid people, or seem “too perfect.” This is normal. Your only job during decompression is to give structure, calm, and routine so your dog can feel safe enough to be themselves.
