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I made the mistake of going outside with them not on leashes. Red took off exploring but Zeus stayed put. He went right for the water dish again and started draining it.

Mtdarby, there is about a 2 week honeymoon period with rescue dogs in which they are on their best behavior. After that, you might see the dog start doing destructive things, or have accidents, bond with one family member, or what have you. Most rescues have emotional baggage so you'll see their quirks eventually. During this time it is important to not overwhelm the dog with "jobs" as the dog is still getting used to a routine. And dogs are very routine oriented. (That means it's important to not push obedience class, therapy training, etc on him until he has had a chance to get used to his new home and new family.) They will also start determining their pack order and since Red peed on Zeus, he's establishing dominance. It takes about 3 days on average for a new dog to integrate into the pack.

I would not let Red off leash just yet. He has not established a full bond with you and if anything should frighten him, he could bolt and get lost. When I bring a new dog in the home, I use this leash that snaps on the collar of the dog and buckles around me to support the bonding process. This is particularly helpful if you have a puppy so you can keep tabs on what he or she is doing.

As for the drinking, I would check with your vet. Drinking lots of water could be a sign of infection or diabetes.

He looks fabulous. His coat will really shine now that he's on good food and has lots of TLC.

Keep up the good work and soon he'll blossom into a special boy.