Your heart leaps with joy, the excitement mounts: soon a new puppy will be moving in with you! It’s a huge step! After all, a puppy turns everyday life upside down; a new life is beginning — for you and your dog. To make sure you get off to a great start with your new pet, it is vital to keep a cool head (at least to some extent) however much excitement and anticipation there is! Even before your new companion moves in, there are a few things to think about.
By carefully considering what to buy for a new puppy, it will be much easier for both of you to enjoy your early days together. If you are prepared for all your little dog’s everyday needs by the time it arrives, that leaves you free to concentrate on getting to know each other.
But what is the recommended basic kit for a new puppy? What do you need to buy, what is optional, and how might you do things more sustainably? And what else should be on your preparing for a puppy checklist?