I don’t mind the cold... so I guess I misspoke. We spent two hours at the dog park when it was-10 the other week because she needed play time and she wasn’t ready to leave.

And this gives me confidence knowing it takes time to get her transitioned. I never wanted her to be crated while I work, but she couldn’t prove herself so In the crate she went.

Once she transitions into the main level of the house she has access to our one acre backyard (fenced in) whenever she pleases. I was hoping to find another puzzle toy or something to keep her occupied as we make the transition. Thinking that by the time she was done with it she’d be ready for a nap or wrestle with the other dogs. She’s the worst in her first hour alone. After that, she’s perfect.