Organizing Puppy Sleeping Arrangements
Have its bed prepared and decide where it is going to sleep. Puppies rarely soil in their beds, so sleeping on a blanket or something that resembles its littermates is a good idea. For a puppy under three months, a warm confined spot inside the house is recommended.
Where to sleep your puppy
Many people let their puppy sleep in the laundry or kitchen in the first instance. There, it does not matter if the puppy cannot hold its urine overnight and any mess can easily be cleaned up. A few toys for the puppy are always a good idea. Have two bowls ready, one for water and one for food, so the puppy knows what they are and to whom they belong.
How to train it to sleep where you choose
After the excitement of the puppy investigating its new surroundings, when the puppy falls asleep, it will usually just drop asleep wherever it happens to be! Pick the puppy up and place it where you plan to let it sleep that night. Then, when the puppy awakens up from that first nap in its new home, there you are with a pat and some kind words of encouragement. This simple procedure during the remainder of that first day when your new pet comes home usually ensures a peaceful first night for both you and the puppy.
However, always remember young puppies like human babies need sleep. If there are excited young children around, or even other dogs or cats, a confined space is a good idea. Then the puppy knows this is its 'own' space specifically where it is left alone to sleep.
Settling puppy in its own bed
Some people find that taking a toy or a blanket to the breeder's house and leaving it with the mother and littermates for a day or so can assist in alleviating stress. Buying a puppy privately from a breeder leaves this option open to you. Breeders are usually dedicated people who are happy for you to visit the puppy from an early age and watch it grow. This can not only be an experience young children won't forget, it can also be a great bonding time for both the puppy and the entire family.