Just as first-time parents wish they had an instruction manual, so do families who are adopting a dog for the first time. This comprehensive and practical volume is the perfect answer to those wishes. "Your Adopted Dog" is an essential guide to navigating the unique challenges and joys of bringing a rescued dog into your family. Packed with expert information and practical hints and tips, it covers everything you'll ever need to know - from what to do if you find a dog in need to the critical first 48 hours after bringing your dog home for the first time, and from integrating the rescue dog into the family to common health and behavioural problems and how to deal with them. This is an invaluable reference for anyone wanting to create a stable and loving home for a best friend in need.