New Puppy Checklist
Everything you need for your puppy’s first weeks — from day-one supplies and home setup to vet visits and early training.
Day-One Essentials
Health & Safety
Home Setup
Training & Socialization
Nice-to-Have Extras
First-Week Timeline
- Day 0–1: Quiet settling-in, potty routine, introduce crate, short name games.
- Day 2–3: Vet visit scheduled, simple cues (Sit/Come), brief play + naps.
- Day 4–5: Gentle handling practice, short walks (if vet-cleared), toy rotation.
- Day 6–7: Review feeding schedule, reinforce potty success, consider puppy class.