How to be puppy ready...

Key Items to purchase to prepare for you puppy

- Water and food bowl

- Puppy food - Royal Canin Medium Puppy

- Treats - soft ones (milky sticks)

- Toys 

- Poo bags and holder

- Collar and lead

- Dog tags

- Travel items (dog car seat/harness and seatbelt/crate).

- Cleaning supplies

- Puppy pads

- Crate

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Puppy Proof your house

- Lock cleaning supplies, medications, and other chemicals up in high cabinets or cabinets with childproof latches. 

- Put away sharp objects, such as scissors, razors, tools, and knives. 

- Secure your trash cans to prevent your puppy from digging through the trash. 

- Move and unplug electrical cords by placing them out of reach or running the cords through cord concealers to prevent your puppy from burning themselves. 

- Put away small items that appear harmless but could be a choking hazard, such as rubber bands, jewellery, coins, paper clips, pens, etc. 

- Keep poisonous houseplants out of your puppy’s reach, and consider opting for plants that are not toxic to dogs. 

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Decide on a vet 

- Puppy check within the first week of bringing your puppy home

- Vaccinations 2 & 3 and yearly top ups

- 24/7 Emergency options (either the standard vet or need separate vet for emergencies)

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Prepare other pets in the household for your new arrival

Let your dog or pet meet your new puppy outside in a neutral environment with no other distracting dog items around. Monitor your puppy and adult dog’s playtime. It’s not uncommon for adult dogs to feel overwhelmed by a puppy’s energy, so don’t be shocked if they snap back. A quick snap or snarl is appropriate, but anything else warrants moving your puppy to another area for a break.

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