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How Long Does It Take a Shelter Dog to Adjust to a New Home? The 3-3-3 Rule

Most newly adopted dogs follow a predictable 3-3-3 timeline: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn your routine, and 3 months to feel at home. Here's how to tell normal nerves from real separation anxiety in the first weeks, and how to check in safely while you're out.