Getting a new dog can be exciting and fun.

But there are a lot of new rules and changes as well.

Pick up anything you don't want to be chewed.

Ensure the cats get their nails trimmed.

Make sure your floor is ready for slobber, and couch, and chairs, and well pretty much your entire world.

Have plenty of poop bags at the ready for walk time.

Rain or snow, sun or wind it's walk time.

Be ready for tiny hairs on all of your clothes.

Most of all, be ready for a companion for life, who will love you forever, lick you to death, and cuddle you always.