Why Bringing Home a Puppy Is One of Life’s Best Decisions 🐶✨

Bringing home a new puppy is the start of a beautiful journey filled with love, companionship and all the little everyday moments that mean everything.

While it is exciting, a little preparation can make your puppy's transition much smoother. A new environment can feel overwhelming, so keep their first few days calm, consistent and reassuring.

Give them time to settle in at their own pace 🐾
New Puppy Checklist

Things to Prepare Before Your Puppy Comes Home

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Home Setup

  • Comfortable puppy playpen to create a safe and cosy space
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Feeding Essentials

  • Science Diet Puppy Lamb & Rice kibbles — this is your puppy's current diet, so we recommend continuing it initially
  • Water nozzle — this can help prevent young puppies from playing with or spilling their water
  • Food bowl
  • Training and teething treats
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Comfort & Play

  • Soft toys and suitable chew toys for play and teething
  • Rotate toys occasionally to keep your puppy interested and engaged
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Hygiene & Care

  • Pee tray and pee pads
  • Pet-safe stain & odour remover
  • Towels for cleaning
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Wellness & Grooming

  • Puppy shampoo
  • Ear cleaner
  • Brush suitable for your puppy's coat
  • Optional: conditioner and puppy-safe cologne spray
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Health & Support

  • Puppy-appropriate probiotics may help support digestion during the transition to a new environment
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Everyday Lifestyle

  • Playpen to provide a safe and controlled area while your puppy settles in
  • Anti-slip mat if your flooring is slippery — especially helpful for safer puppy zoomies around the home
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A Gentle Reminder

A puppy is a lifetime commitment, not just a moment of excitement. Before bringing one home, take time to think carefully about whether you are ready for the time, patience, training, financial responsibility and long-term care that comes with raising a dog.
Choosing to welcome a puppy into your family should be a thoughtful decision. When you're truly ready for the commitment, the years of companionship, love and memories that follow can make the journey incredibly rewarding. 🐾
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Before Puppy Pickup
Please remember to complete the required Pet Ownership Course before pickup and bring your pink receipt along with you.
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