Welcome Home, New Puppy
Everything ready before the first night
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Comfort for their first night.
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A calm, cosy corner, the right bowls and a first-week routine. This checklist covers what a new puppy needs on day one — and what can wait.
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The first week
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Your plan
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What you'll need
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Feeding
Walks
Play
Clean-up
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Typical costs for planning only — not retailer prices. Actual prices vary by store and region.
Timeline
24h before
Puppy-proof
Lift cables, shoes and plants out of reach.
2h before
Set up the corner
Bed inside open crate, bowls on a mat nearby.
Start
Arrival
Straight outside to the potty spot, then a quiet explore.
1h after
First meal
Small meal at the usual time, then rest.
6h after
Bedtime
Last potty break, crate beside your bed, lights low.
Shopping list
Works at any store — no retailer needed. Only what you still need, scaled for 1.
Rest
- 1 Plush round dog bed
- 1 Soft folding crate (sized for adult weight)
- 1 Snuggle toy with heartbeat
Pet
- 2 bowls Food and water bowls
- 1 bag Puppy food (same brand as breeder/shelter)
- 1 set Collar, ID tag and leash
- 3 toys Chew toys (rope + rubber)
Cleaning
- 1 set Enzyme cleaner and training pads
