Your puppy’s first night at home isn’t necessarily going to be smooth sailing. It can be a difficult adjustment for pups and owners, so don’t be surprised if it takes time for your dog to settle down and become comfortable.  For the first night with puppy, their crate should be placed in your bedroom so that you’re closeby to provide comfort if they wake up and starts to cry. Remember that you should not let your pup sleep in the bed, no matter how tempting it may be! If you allow this, even just for the first night, your puppy will expect it moving forward which will make sleep training even harder.  Top Tip: A heat pad or hot water bottle can mimic the effect of their mother’s body warmth, which can help to provide security and reassurance.