​Bringing your puppy home is an exciting time! To help make the transition smooth, please ensure your home is safe and puppy-ready before arrival.

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Puppies are naturally curious, so it’s important to puppy-proof your space by blocking off unsafe areas and removing any hazards, including:
   •    Electrical cords
   •    Cleaning products
   •    Shoes, small objects, or anything chewable
   •    Garbage or food within reach

A safe, prepared environment will help your puppy feel comfortable and set them up for success from day one 🐾

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🏡 Essentials
   •    27-inch crate
   •    Comfortable, washable crate bed
   •    Playpen (optional, but very helpful for training and routine)
   •    Puppy-safe blankets
   •    Stainless steel food and water bowls
   •    Food: We feed FirstMate Oatmeal formula and rotate between chicken and lamb

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🦴 Training & Safety
   •    Small flat collar (for starting out)
   •    ID tag
   •    4–6 ft leash
   •    Harness (optional for walks)
   •    Puppy pads
   •    Pet-safe cleaner for accidents (such as Green Works)
   •    Small training treats (liver treats or Blue Buffalo soft treats are great options)
   •    Clicker (optional, but helpful for training)

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🧸 Toys & Enrichment
   •    Soft plush toy (for comfort and security)
   •    Durable chew toys (Kong, Nylabone, etc.)
   •    Teething toys (freezable toys are especially helpful)
   •    Puzzle toys for mental stimulation
   •    Balls
   •    Tug toys

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🛁 Grooming
   •    Gentle puppy shampoo (tearless formulas work best)
   •    Brushes (slicker brush and comb recommended for Golden coats)
   •    Nail clippers
   •    Toothbrush and puppy-safe toothpaste
   •    Ear cleaner
   •    We gently clean ears using 50–70% rubbing alcohol on a makeup pad (as recommended by our vet)
   •    Towels

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🏥 Health & Veterinary Care

    •    Your puppy will receive their first set of vaccinations and deworming from our veterinarian at 7 weeks of age. At approximately 11 weeks, your puppy will be due for their second booster vaccination along with deworming. Around 15 weeks of age, your puppy will require their third booster, additional deworming, and their 1 year rabies vaccination. Once this initial series is complete, your puppy will be protected for 1 year. After that, only annual vaccinations and routine veterinary care will be needed to maintain their health.