Shop for food bowls, beds, leashes, collars, poop bags, brushes, toys and designer ID tags so everything’s ready for Fido’s arrival.
Supplies
Make your home safer by storing harmful items, covering electric cords, securing trash cans and removing small objects pups might swallow.
Puppy Proof
Annual exams, vaccines, preventatives protecting from parasites/fleas can cost $400+ yearly. Have a vet selected who accepts new patients too.
Vet Care
Plan to invest time and money into positive obedience training classes right away for the best mannered, socialized dog.
Training
Research breeds thoroughly so expectations around energy levels, size, grooming needs, barking tendencies, and temperaments match your lifestyle.
Breed Traits
Provide sufficient physical and mental workouts to avoid boredom based behavioral issues like prolific chewing or digging later on.
Exercise Needs
Give new rescue or adopted dogs 2-4 weeks to comfortably transition into your household’s routines before expecting full trust.
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