Welcoming Home
Welcoming a new puppy to your home is so exciting, but the early days can also be stressful for both you and them. Here are some things to bear in mind to help your puppy
It’s a big day for your puppy when they leave their mother and litter. To help them feel. happy and at home with you, follow these key tips.
Check you've got all the paperwork and asked all your questions, and make sure your puppy hasn't just been fed to avoid any sickness on the journey. It's also a good idea to take them for a walk to tire them and let them go to the toilet. When you put your puppy's new collar on, make sure it can't slip over their head; you should only be able to ft two fingers inside when it's round their neck.
Check you've got all the paperwork and asked all your questions, and make sure your puppy hasn't just been fed to avoid any sickness on the journey. It's also a good idea to take them for a walk to tire them and let them go to the toilet. When you put your puppy's new collar on, make sure it can't slip over their head; you should only be able to ft two fingers inside when it's round their neck.
Check you've got all the paperwork and asked all your questions, and make sure your puppy hasn't just been fed to avoid any sickness on the journey. It's also a good idea to take them for a walk to tire them and let them go to the toilet. When you put your puppy's new collar on, make sure it can't slip over their head; you should only be able to ft two fingers inside when it's round their neck.
If you collect them too soon, they’ll miss this important learning period, which could impact their future physical and emotional wellbeing. But if you separate them from their mother and litter mates much later than 10 weeks, you will have missed out on a large portion of their socialisation phase.
It’s a big day for your puppy when they leave their mother and litter. To help them feel. happy and at home with you, follow these key tips.
Check you've got all the paperwork and asked all your questions, and make sure your puppy hasn't just been fed to avoid any sickness on the journey. It's also a good idea to take them for a walk to tire them and let them go to the toilet. When you put your puppy's new collar on, make sure it can't slip over their head; you should only be able to ft two fngers inside when it's round their neck.
Check you've got all the paperwork and asked all your questions, and make sure your puppy hasn't just been fed to avoid any sickness on the journey. It's also a good idea to take them for a walk to tire them and let them go to the toilet. When you put your puppy's new collar on, make sure it can't slip over their head; you should only be able to ft two fngers inside when it's round their neck.
Check you've got all the paperwork and asked all your questions, and make sure your puppy hasn't just been fed to avoid any sickness on the journey. It's also a good idea to take them for a walk to tire them and let them go to the toilet. When you put your puppy's new collar on, make sure it can't slip over their head; you should only be able to ft two fngers inside when it's round their neck.
Puppies tire very easily and need lots of sleep for their healthy development and wellbeing, so it's important to give them plenty of opportunites to rest. At first, they need as much as 18 t0 20 hours' sleep every 24 hours. They will reduce to arround 12 to 14 hours as they enter adulthood.
The first time you feed your puppy is a key milestone. Understanding what they need at this time will help you make sure it’s a positive experience.
Puppies have delicate digestive systems that don’t respond well to sudden changes. When you’re ready to change their food, it’s important you do it carefully and slowly to avoid causing a stomach upset. See our guide for how to change your puppy’s diet safely.
You may need to take your puppy for a check-up after their first few days settling with you. The vet will set up a vaccination schedule for them, as they’ll need to be vaccinated before they can mix with other dogs. And they can also advise you on everything from worming to nutrition.
It's important to collect your puppy when you have a few days free to be at home and take care of them. It’s also best if the house is quiet with very few visitors during the early days so your puppy can settle in without too much going on. If you can, collect them in the morning so they can get used to their new surroundings before bedtime.
The best age to bring a puppy home is between 8 and 10 weeks old. By then, they should be weaned and have learned early canine social skills by being with their mother and litter mates.
The journey home may be your puppy’s frst time in a car. It’s important they feel comfortable so they’re not anxious about future car rides. If possible, it’s best to take someone to comfort them while you’re driving.
Check you've got all the paperwork and asked all your questions, and make sure your puppy hasn't just been fed to avoid any sickness on the journey. It's also a good idea to take them for a walk to tire them and let them go to the toilet. When you put your puppy's new collar on, make sure it can't slip over their head; you should only be able to ft two fngers inside when it's round their neck.
Check you've got all the paperwork and asked all your questions, and make sure your puppy hasn't just been fed to avoid any sickness on the journey. It's also a good idea to take them for a walk to tire them and let them go to the toilet. When you put your puppy's new collar on, make sure it can't slip over their head; you should only be able to ft two fngers inside when it's round their neck.
Check you've got all the paperwork and asked all your questions, and make sure your puppy hasn't just been fed to avoid any sickness on the journey. It's also a good idea to take them for a walk to tire them and let them go to the toilet. When you put your puppy's new collar on, make sure it can't slip over their head; you should only be able to ft two fngers inside when it's round their neck.
Finding a great vet you can trust, who'll help your puppy grow into a healthy adult, is an important aspect of being a pet owner. It's best to fnd one before you collect your puppy because they may need a check-up a day or two after they arrive.
Finding a great vet you can trust, who'll help your puppy grow into a healthy adult, is an important aspect of being a pet owner. It's best to fnd one before you collect your puppy because they may need a check-up a day or two after they arrive.
Finding a great vet you can trust, who'll help your puppy grow into a healthy adult, is an important aspect of being a pet owner. It's best to fnd one before you collect your puppy because they may need a check-up a day or two after they arrive.
Once your puppy’s completed their vaccination schedule, and your vet’s confrmed they can mix with other dogs, they’ll need to be walked twice a day. Their first walk is an important event for them, and one you’ll want them to enjoy so they feel confident about future walks.
Follow the steps below to help get your puppy’s walks off to a great start.
Ask your vet for advice on the best type of collar and lead for your puppy. A retractable lead is useful at first so the collar doesn't constantly pull on your puppy's neck. Make sure the collar fts well and can't slip over their head.
Ask your vet for advice on the best type of collar and lead for your puppy. A retractable lead is useful at first so the collar doesn't constantly pull on your puppy's neck. Make sure the collar fts well and can't slip over their head.
Ask your vet for advice on the best type of collar and lead for your puppy. A retractable lead is useful at first so the collar doesn't constantly pull on your puppy's neck. Make sure the collar fts well and can't slip over their head.
Ask your vet for advice on the best type of collar and lead for your puppy. A retractable lead is useful at first so the collar doesn't constantly pull on your puppy's neck. Make sure the collar fts well and can't slip over their head.
If you collect them too soon, they’ll miss this important learning period, which could impact their future physical and emotional wellbeing. But if you separate them from their mother and litter mates much later than 10 weeks, you will have missed out on a large portion of their socialisation phase.
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