After all, vets aren't always cheap, and you will want to get the best answers out of your vet while there to save you money and stress. You're a new parent, so you will want to get all the best knowledge to look after your puppy and allow it to live a healthy life. Your puppy must be seen as quickly as possible so vets can follow up after overdue care. Then once done, you can schedule an appointment often, the sooner, the better. You can see how clean the practice is you can talk to the vets and have an idea of the practice. If you don't wish to do that, we suggest finding a nearby vet but visiting its premises before the appointment. Ideally, you will be bringing your puppy home at around 8 weeks, and this is the perfect time for its first appointment.We recommend choosing a vet that your other friends or relatives use. Great, so you've got a lovely little furry friend into your home, now what? Well, while there are multiple suggestions out there on when you should arrange your puppy's first appointment, we recommend taking your puppy to see the vet within the first week of you bringing them home.
Our online gift shop has lots of kit for your canine pal, from collars and leads to beds, towels and cosy coats and our webshop has Dogs Trust branded items for your new pooch.
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poop scoop for clearing dog waste from your garden and from anywhere you take your dog, plus a stash of poo bags.dog coat if you’re getting your pup in winter, or your dog needs one for other reasons.
puppy-specific car restraint or car crate.fully-adjustable harness that your pup can move freely in and finds comfortable.fabric or double-ended training lead, so you can train your pup to walk close to you.We’d recommend adding your phone number, too By law, your current name and address must be on the collar or tag. These items will help prepare you for when you can venture outside with your new furry friend. The size may need to change as your dog grows. Toys for keeping your dog entertained, for play and to help teething puppies.Puppy-safe house cleaning sprays/wipes in case your dog has an accident in the house.Any toys need to be robust and the right size for your dog so they can’t be swallowed. Feeding enrichment toys such as food puzzles and slow feeders.Treats for training, appropriate for your dog’s size and age.Your vet can tell you more about getting your dog used to a different food, and about diet in general. You should also get the food you’d like your dog to gradually switch to, if that’s relevant. Food that your dog is familiar with – ask your breeder or Dogs Trust centre what the dog has been eating.Food and water bowls, including spares.A crate if you’re planning to crate train your pup, to be used as a cosy den area.It’s better to have more than one resting area if you have the space. Comfortable, washable beds and bedding, large enough for the dog to sprawl flat out on.If you’re adopting from us, we’ll give you a new Dogs Trust lead and collar and a starter pack of food. These items and supplies, from bedding to toys, should get you through the first few weeks with your new dog. What to buy for the first month with your new dog or puppy Remove toxic plants and ensure that sharp tools and harmful substances are locked safely away.
If you have a garden that your dog can access, you’ll need to make that dog-safe too. If there are areas of your house you’d like to block off, consider installing baby gates. Explain to family and friends that when your dog is there, they shouldn't be disturbed. This should be away from external doors, busy areas and the direct sight of a window. The rest area, including a cosy den, should be in a quiet place. If you’re getting a puppy, it’s helpful if one of their resting areas is close to an external door. The feeding area should ideally be separate. Once that’s done, it’s time to set up your dog’s eating, sleeping and resting areas. Lock away, or get rid of, any toxic plants or substances Ensure they can’t reach dangerous items such as electrical leads. Move out of reach objects that they could chew. To make things safe for your furry friend, lock away or throw away safely anything that could be harmful to them.
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