Helping a dog get situated in their new environment is essential whether fostering or adopting. Handing feeding is a wonderful way to build trust and bond with the dog. Also, as dogs are den animals, crates are an imperative addition to any household. It becomes their safe space and bedroom when utilized properly. Various videos below have helpful information to help get you started on this journey. I also recommend looking up Cherry Hoggs training videos on YouTube/IG/etc as his training techniques are above par.
Training Resources:
https://www.reboundhounds.org/training-guides/the-first-two-weeks
https://www.reboundhounds.org/training-guides/crate-training
Simple Training exercises you should do every day with your foster dog
The name game is so simple and easy you can do it anywhere anytime beyond decompression. Scale it up by doing it in a busy park or with a wavy hand as distraction.Â
https://nycsecondchancerescue.org/decompression/
Think Like a Dog Crate Training:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8mxzJMuktw
Think Like a Dog Separation Anxiety: