When you get home, immediately take your puppy to her potty area because she may have to relieve herself. Go ahead and start your housetraining right from the start.

If you have a fenced-in area, carry her there. If you do not have a secure yard, put on her collar and leash. Don't risk her dashing offpuppies are fast! Plus, you don't want her to learn her very first day that she can run away from you. Because she doesn't know you very well, you might have trouble catching her.

Don't be surprised if your puppy doesn't eliminate. She may be too excited, and this is normal. Give her about five minutes, then take her inside to her new home.