Bringing Your Pomsky Puppy Home: How to Prepare for the First Week
What Happens Before They Leave the Ranch (and How to Prepare for Your Pomsky Puppy)
Bringing home a Pomsky puppy is one of the most exciting days for any family. Knowing how to prepare ahead of time can make the transition much smoother for both the puppy and their new owners.
Many families who find us while searching online for Pomsky puppies for sale are surprised to learn how much preparation goes into raising a puppy before it ever goes to its new home.
Here at Maine Aim Ranch Dogs, that day doesn’t just happen by accident. A lot of preparation goes into those final weeks before a puppy ever leaves the ranch. Our goal isn’t simply to raise beautiful Pomskies — we want them to grow into confident, well-adjusted companions that transition smoothly into their new homes.
There’s quite a bit happening behind the scenes before that puppy ever walks through your front door.
So here’s a little look at what that process looks like and how you can prepare.
Week Seven: Getting Puppies Ready for the Big Transition
Around seven weeks of age, we begin introducing a few routines that will help puppies succeed once they leave the ranch.
Kennel Training
At this stage, puppies begin spending short periods of time inside a kennel so they become comfortable resting there.
This helps them learn:
• how to settle themselves
• how to be calm when alone
• that the kennel is a safe and quiet place
By the time they go home, the kennel isn’t something new or scary. It’s already a familiar space.
That early introduction makes the transition into their new homes much easier.
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Potty Training Foundations
This is also when we begin introducing basic potty routines. Because of the way our puppies are raised, they have plenty of space and naturally learn that they don’t want to potty where they eat or sleep. When they go to their new homes, it’s important to keep this in mind. Limiting the area they can roam inside the house helps them continue that habit. We recommend keeping extra doors closed so they don’t wander off to find a potty spot away from their sleeping and eating area.
Puppies are:
• taken outside regularly
• introduced to potty pads
• learning that there are appropriate places to go
They certainly aren’t fully potty trained yet, but this early foundation gives new families a great starting point when continuing training at home.
Preparing the Puppy Parents
As puppies get closer to their go-home date, we spend time connecting with their new families to make sure everyone feels prepared.
This usually includes:
• final paperwork
• answering last-minute questions
• helping families prepare their homes
• discussing feeding schedules(which is twice a day as much as they want until they are fully grown) and routines
• providing travel details if the puppy will be flying
We want every puppy parent to feel confident and ready before their new little family member arrives.
Puppy Pickup or Delivery
Most puppies leave the ranch one of two ways.
Pickup at the Ranch
Many families choose to come right here to Maine Aim Ranch Dogs and pick up their puppy in person. It gives them a chance to meet us in person and ask any final questions before heading home.
Puppy Nanny Delivery
For families who live across the country, we work with trusted puppy nannies who personally fly with the puppy and meet the new owners at the airport.
This allows the puppy to travel safely and comfortably while never being shipped alone.
The First Thing to Do When Your Puppy Gets Home
When your puppy first arrives home, resist the urge to bring them straight inside.
Instead, take them directly to the potty spot you want them to use.
Choose a specific place such as:
• a spot in the backyard
• a section of the front yard
• a designated potty area
Allow the puppy to relieve themselves there first. Once they go potty, then bring them inside.
For the first few weeks, always return to that same location so the puppy begins to understand where it should go.
Consistency makes potty training much easier.
Introducing Your New Puppy to an Existing Dog
If you already have a dog at home, the first introduction matters.
We recommend introducing the dogs:
• outside
• in a neutral space
• before entering the house
This helps prevent territorial behavior and allows both dogs to become acquainted in a relaxed environment before going into the existing dog’s space.
Families who follow this method often see a much smoother transition between pets.
Establishing Routine in the First Week
The first week in a new home is a big adjustment for a puppy.
Everything they have ever known has changed:
• new people
• new smells
• new sounds
• a new environment
They have also left:
• their mother
• their littermates
• the people who raised them
Because of this, routine becomes extremely important.
We recommend:
• taking them to the same potty area every time
• keeping feeding times consistent
• establishing a predictable daily schedule
Some families hang small bells on the door so the puppy can learn to ring them when they need to go outside.
Creating a Safe Space at Home
If you plan to use potty pads indoors, we suggest creating a small puppy area using a puppy pen or baby gate.
This area can include:
• a kennel for sleeping
• food and water bowls
• a designated potty pad area
This setup keeps the puppy safe when the family needs to leave the house and prevents them from getting into things they shouldn’t.
Why We Encourage Kennel Training
Kennel training is something we strongly recommend.
When used correctly, the kennel becomes a puppy’s safe space — similar to a den in the wild.
Animals like:
• wolves
• fox
• coyotes
naturally return to dens where they feel protected. A kennel can give your puppy that same sense of security.
To make kennel training successful:
• place the puppy in the kennel when they are tired
• give them something safe to chew
• keep the area calm and comfortable
Bella&Baxter have some great videos on this.
Some families place a blanket over the kennel to create a den-like environment, which can help puppies settle more easily.
What Some Puppies Experience the First Week
Some puppies adjust to their new homes right away, while others may go through a short transition period. Please be patient during this time.
You might notice things like:
• whining
• howling
• searching for their littermates
• restlessness
This is completely normal. Your puppy has just left everything familiar and is learning to bond with their new family.
With patience, consistency, and calm leadership, most puppies settle in very quickly.
God has designed them all a little differently. In many ways it’s similar to bringing a newborn baby home from the hospital — you never quite know how each one will react. Some sleep through every noise, while others wake every couple of hours. Some settle easily into their beds, while others take a little longer to feel comfortable.
Puppies can be the same way. Some enjoy being cuddled and close to their people, while others prefer a little more freedom and space.
Every puppy is unique, and part of the joy of bringing one home is getting to know their individual personality.
Your New Role as Pack Leader
Once a puppy leaves our ranch, the role of pack leader shifts from us to the new family.
Dogs naturally look for leadership, structure, and guidance. Providing calm, confident leadership helps your puppy feel secure and understand their place in the family.
We often recommend watching training resources from on YouTube Cesar Millan and Baxter&Bella for helpful guidance when welcoming a new puppy.
Not only will you learn the skills you need to be successful, but your puppy will learn incredible manners and behaviors as well! The program is set up for you to complete the first two units BEFORE your puppy comes home so we recommend signing up right away. Amy helps you set up your home, get your family all on the same page and teaches you exactly what to do the second your puppy arrives for optimal training success.
Check it out at: https://www.baxterandbella.com/learn-more
(use Discount Code: MAINEAIM for an instant 25% off – an incredible value on their lifetime membership). We recommend this on top of group classes. It's a phenomenal resource.
The Beginning of a Lifetime Bond
Bringing home a puppy is an incredible moment.
There will be laughter, learning, and the beginning of a lifelong friendship.
Those first few weeks are simply the start of that journey. With patience, structure, and love, that tiny puppy will grow into the companion your family has been dreaming of.
Families from all across the country come to Maine Aim Ranch Dogs when they are searching for well-raised Pomsky puppies and guidance on raising them.
Great video on understanding a dog's mind by Cesar Millan
And here at the ranch, we’ll always be cheering you on.
Looking for a Pomsky Puppy?
If you are currently searching for a Pomsky puppy and would like to learn more about our program, you can visit our website to see current and upcoming litters.
www.maineaimranchdogs.com
We are always happy to answer questions and help families find the right puppy for their home.
Raised with intention. Grateful for every season of life.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.”
— Proverbs 3:5–6 (NKJV)
Do your best. Let God do the rest.
Love,
The McCullough Family
Maine Aim Ranch Dogs
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