Understand that it could be hard at first. Dogs aren't great at adjusting to sudden change. Have lots of patience with them while they adjust and adapt to their new surroundings and routine with you.

You might see some bad behaviors or the dog doing things you don't want it to do at first. This is normal while they deal with the stress and anxiety of the situation.

Go slowly with them, introduce new things gradually. The first time you bring them home give them time to explore outside, get used to some of the scents. A walk outside will also help reduce nervous energy.

When you get inside keep them on the leash at first and guide them through your home room by room. Let them smell everything.

Know that they are going to have accidents, accept that they will find ways into things you didn't expect. Try not to get mad at them, don't yell. Instead when they do something you don't like try reflecting their attention to stop the behavior.

It can take a few weeks for the dog to get comfortable and settle in and for their true personality to come out.

WPU alum here, the above advice is pretty solid. Also avoid Paterson. Not sure if it's gotten better since I attended but it wasn't a great place to be once the sun went down.