What basics do I need for a puppy?

Jocelyn Lind
2025-08-08 10:56:55
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Before bringing them home, you'll need to prepare for your new puppy's arrival by: Creating space and buying toys: you'll need to provide space for your puppy to play, and toys to keep them occupied. Providing somewhere for them to rest: provide a crate, hiding places and/or cosy bed in a quiet, draught-free place where your puppy can rest undisturbed. Taking a blanket from the puppy's first home - bring this back with you so they have something familiar and comfortable to snuggle in. Removing anything poisonous or that you don't want them chewing. Finding a vet - use our link to find your local vet. Organising puppy classes - these can get booked up, so find a class and sign up once you know you're getting a puppy. Get pet insurance. Feed them the same puppy food as they had before and keep the same routine with small, regular meals. Continue puppy toilet training by rewarding them when they go outside. Establish a consistent routine and rules - reward good behaviour and ignore bad behaviour.
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