PUPPY CARE

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How to look after a puppy

Buying a puppy and bringing them home is exciting and a bit daunting. Our guide to puppy care will help you give your puppy the best start in life, and avoid any potential problems later on.

Up to 8 weeks - before you bring your puppy home

Wherever your puppy came from the previous owner should have done a few things including:

• organising their first puppy vaccination,
• started toilet training,
• begun the puppies socialisation - positively introducing new situations and people.
• Before bringing them home you'll need to prepare your puppies new home by:
• Providing time and space for your puppy to play, and toys to keep them stimulated.  
• Providing a crate, hiding places and/or cosy bed in a quiet, draft-free place where your puppy can rest undisturbed.  
• Taking a blanket from the puppy's first home away with you for familiarity and comfort.  
• Removing anything poisonous or that you don't want them chewing.  
• Finding a vet, puppy classes and getting pet insurance.

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