We advise all adopters to expect the 3-3-3 rule as a general guideline for introducing a pet to the home: 3 days to decompress (will show nervousness, hiding, reduced appetite), 3 weeks to settle into a routine (beginning to explore and showing personality), and 3 months to build trust and feel fully comfortable in their new home. This period may be longer for shy or extremely scared animals. Hannah Banana can be an intimidating presence behind a barrier, but truthfully she's just a zoomie girl with a loud bark. Hannah already knows "sit" and will immediately correct herself when told no. She's scared of other dogs and will need time and help to adjust to having another dog around.