Your new puppy's first week: a simple checklist
Everything to set up before and during your puppy's first seven days home.
Bringing a puppy home is joyful and a little chaotic. Here's how to make the first week calm for both of you.
Before they arrive, set up a safe space with a crate, water, and a couple of chew-safe toys. Puppy-proof low cabinets and hide cords.
In the first few days, keep the world small. One room, a predictable potty schedule, and lots of naps. Puppies sleep 18+ hours a day.
Start gentle handling early — paws, ears, mouth — so vet visits and grooming are stress-free later. Book your first vet check within the first week.