Puppy owner

[Kate smith]

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Hi everyone,

I'm Kate and I have joined the forum as I will soon be rescuing a puppy. I am rather new in the dog world and will therefore spend a lot of time on here, looking for tips and advice.

Hopefully I can help you in the future too!

My first question will have to be very generic: what are the basic things to take care of when getting a puppy?

Thanks,
Kate

 

[merlina]

Puppy-proof your home because you can't homeproof a puppy! Think now of where he/she will have access to and start to remove anything that you don't want swallowed or distressed....If you can provide even one room where the puppy can have some freedom and not be in danger that's ideal. Solid floor, no cushions, nice indestructible (sic) puppy bed. Find a supply of things that you don't mind chewed up, like cardboard boxes. Puppies are made to explore the world by mouth! Good luck - and lucky you.

 

[excuseme]

@merlina I couldn't agree more.
Be one step ahead all of the time or even ten!