Episode #2.23 - Don’t Walk Your Rescue Dog Yet: Why the First Two Weeks Are So Important

Bringing home a rescue dog? Pause the walks and hit play on this instead.In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, I am Jamie Watkinson-Harvey, certified dog trainer and behaviour consultant at Pawfect Training Academy. I explain why your new rescue or foster dog needs time, not walkies, and how the first two weeks can shape your entire journey together.Learn about the science behind the decompression period, the emotional overwhelm many dogs experience, and what you can do to help them feel safe before stepping outside.🐾 You will learn:• Why the “two-week no walk” rule matters• The signs your dog is not ready for a walk• What bonding and decompression really look like• How to set your rescue up for calm, confident successWith patience, understanding and positive reinforcement, you can help your rescue feel secure and connected from day one.🌐 Visit www.pta.dog📩 Email: [email protected]📱 Call or WhatsApp: 01761 206 056📸 Instagram: @PTA_Dog❤️ Like, share and subscribe to spread the message of kind, science-based, force-free training for every rescue dog.#RescueDog #DecompressionPeriod #PawsAndPawsitivity #NewDogTips #DogSettlingIn #PositiveReinforcement #DogBehaviourHelp #NoWalkRule #ForceFreeTrainer #FosterDogCare #BondBeforeBehaviour #DogTrainingUK #RescueDogSupport #PTADog #KindDogTraining #RescueDogTrainingAudio Credit:Journey by Roa | https://roa-music.comMusic promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/Creative Commons CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/