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New puppy checklist

Prepare suitable sleeping, feeding and walking supplies before the puppy arrives. Delete covered purchases and record arrangements in notes. Choose collar, carrier and other equipment for the puppy's current measurements and recheck fit as it grows. Done moves a priced row to Paid. Ask your vet about food and preventive treatment.

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  • Feeding

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  • Puppy foodAsk your vet which food suits your puppy's age and size.1
  • Food bowlPick one that is easy to wash every day.1
  • Water bowlSet bowls away from where your family eats.1
  • Food storage containerStore dog food apart from your family's food.1
  • Training treatsSmall rewards for training; count them in daily food.1

  • Sleeping and travel

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  • Dog crateIf using a crate, check current puppy dimensions and the maker's fitting/use guidance; ask the vet or trainer about a suitable setup.1
  • Dog bedChoose for the puppy's current size and sleeping setup; check dimensions and washing instructions before buying.1
  • Soft blanketCheck care instructions and suitability with the vet or trainer, and inspect it regularly for chewing damage.1
  • Pet carrierCheck puppy dimensions, weight limit, ventilation and the maker's transport instructions for the planned journey.1

  • Collar, leash and walks

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  • Adjustable collarMeasure for the maker's current-fit range and fastening instructions; recheck often as the puppy grows.1
  • ID tagAdd your phone number in case your puppy gets lost.1
  • LeashCheck collar/clip compatibility and the maker's size and load guidance for your puppy.1
  • Poop bagsAlways pick up after your dog, even in your own yard.2

  • Grooming

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  • Dog brush and combChoose the type that suits your puppy's coat.1
  • Flea combCheck for fleas and ticks daily in warm seasons.1
  • Dog toothbrush and pasteUse toothpaste made for dogs, not people.1

  • Health and cleanup

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  • Flea and tick preventionAsk your vet which preventive treatment to use.1
  • Enzyme cleanerFollow the product label for the surface and pet access, including drying and any rinsing.1
  • Hand soapWash hands after handling your puppy, bowls or poop.1

  • Training, play and safety

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  • Chew toysChoose the maker's age/size range and use instructions with vet or trainer advice; inspect the toys and adjust the example count.3
  • Fetch or tug toyChoose size and play appropriate to the puppy's age and health; ask the vet or trainer and follow toy instructions.1
  • Treat pouchKeeps rewards handy for training on walks.1
  • Cabinet latchesCheck cupboard fit and test the installed closure; storage still needs to keep cleaners and medicines inaccessible.2
  • Trash can with lidCheck closure, stability and placement for your puppy; a lid alone does not establish that the bin is inaccessible.1

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Printable checklist (24 items)

Feeding

  • Puppy food
  • Food bowl
  • Water bowl
  • Food storage container
  • Training treats

Sleeping and travel

  • Dog crate
  • Dog bed
  • Soft blanket
  • Pet carrier

Collar, leash and walks

  • Adjustable collar
  • ID tag
  • Leash
  • Poop bags x2

Grooming

  • Dog brush and comb
  • Flea comb
  • Dog toothbrush and paste

Health and cleanup

  • Flea and tick prevention
  • Enzyme cleaner
  • Hand soap

Training, play and safety

  • Chew toys x3
  • Fetch or tug toy
  • Treat pouch
  • Cabinet latches x2
  • Trash can with lid

Book a vet visit for the first week and ask about vaccines and flea, tick and parasite prevention. Before day one, set up a quiet sleeping spot and move cleaners and medicines out of reach. A good habit from the start: wash your hands after handling your puppy, its bowls or its gear.

Before you shop

Book the first vet visit early

Schedule a checkup within a few days to a week of bringing your puppy home. Ask about the vaccine schedule and which flea, tick and parasite prevention to use, and keep the records together in one place.

Feed small meals and store food apart

Young puppies need several small meals a day, so ask your vet what and how much to feed. Keep dog food separate from your family's food, set the bowls away from where people eat and skip raw diets.

Train with rewards

Use rewards such as praise or a suitable small treat in short, regular training sessions. Ask a qualified trainer about chewing problems; choose a few age- and size-appropriate chew toys and supervise their use rather than relying on a safe label.

Puppy-proof before day one

Keep cleaners, toothpaste and medicines out of reach. Follow each cleaner's label, including rinsing, drying and when the puppy can return; ASPCA specifically advises allowing enzyme cleaners to dry. Pick up dog poop and wash hands after handling waste, bowls or toys.

Questions about this list

What do I need before bringing a puppy home?

Have food and water bowls, puppy food, a collar with an ID tag, a leash, a crate or bed, and a carrier ready. Choose a few chew toys for the puppy’s age and size and supervise their use. Add grooming and cleanup supplies, and book a vet visit for the first week.

How often should a puppy eat?

Young puppies eat several small meals a day, and the number goes down as they grow. Your vet can tell you what to feed and how much for your puppy's age and size. Count training treats as part of the daily food.

When does a puppy need its first vet visit?

Plan a checkup within a few days to a week after your puppy comes home. The vet can start or continue the vaccine schedule and advise on flea, tick and parasite prevention. If you adopt from a shelter, bring any records they give you.

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Sources

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  • ASPCA - General Dog Care
    US animal-welfare charity guidance lists feeding, sleeping, walking, grooming and play supplies, with affiliate product links disclosed on the page. It supports categories and general care, not brands, quantities or a size to grow into.
    Checked: 2026-10-05
  • CDC Healthy Pets - Dogs
    US public health guidance supports a vet visit within a few days to a week after adoption, routine vaccines, asking the vet about flea, tick and parasite prevention, washing hands after handling dogs, their dishes or supplies, always picking up dog poop, not feeding a raw diet and storing dog food away from human food. It does not recommend specific products.
    Checked: 2026-10-05
  • RSPCA - Dogs
    UK animal welfare guidance covers dog diet, activity suited to age and health, behaviour and social needs, and links to puppy vaccination and positive-reward training advice. It does not establish product brands or sizes.
    Checked: 2026-10-05
  • ASPCA Animal Poison Control - Household Products
    US animal poison control guidance supports keeping items such as bar soap and toothpaste out of a pet's reach, letting cleaning products such as enzyme cleaners dry before a pet returns to the area, and rinsing diluted bleach thoroughly. It does not prescribe specific storage products such as latches or bins.
    Checked: 2026-10-05
  • RSPCA - Dog training
    UK animal welfare guidance supports reward-based training and short, regular sessions, and seeking qualified help for behavioural problems. It does not certify toys or prescribe treats for an individual puppy.
    Checked: 2026-10-05