How to make your puppy’s first night (and week) at home easier
Make your puppy’s first night at home easier with tips on preparation, creating a cozy sleep space, and helping your new puppy settle in.
Puppy-proof
Puppy-proof your home to keep your puppy safe from dangerous household items.
Puppy-proof your cabinets
Put your dog’s food, medicine, and supplements into hard-to-open containers, like plastic bins, and carefully store them — along with human food, vitamins, scented bath or beauty products and cleaning supplies — out of reach.
Puppy-proof cords
Keep cords are out of reach or cover them inside PVC pipes or cord protectors.
Avoid long curtains and secure blind cords
Avoid long fabric curtains or drapes that drag along the floor and can entice puppies to pull on them.
Instead, use blinds, but be sure to secure blind cords and keep them out of reach since they pose strangulation risks. The plastic tips also can create a choking hazard.
Crate train your puppy
Keeping your puppy in their crate at night, when you leave the house, or if you can’t supervise, prevents your dog from getting into trouble.
Why your backyard could threaten your puppy: 10 smart fixes
Use 10 tips to puppy-proof your backyard. Learn how to create a safe space by eliminating hazards and securing your perimeter.
Puppy paradise: 5 essential tips for a secure puppy room
Transform your home with a dedicated puppy room designed for safety, comfort, and joy. Discover essential features and puppy-proofing tips.
5 best pro tips to make your home more pet safe
Make your home pet safe for your dog by following these pro tips: use cordless blinds, avoid rugs and carpet, secure trash, and block danger.
How to create a furever home for your new pet
Use these tips to create a furever home for your new pet. Get the right supplies, establish a schedule, and make your home safe and secure.
7 puppy tips for a successful first week
Bringing home a puppy is a big responsibility. Use these first-week puppy tips to establish a strong, healthy relationship with your puppy.
How to prepare your home for a new puppy
Prepare for puppy: Get your house ready, hold a family meeting, buy supplies, get a license, and hire a dog trainer.
7 helpful tips for proper care and feeding your puppy
Feeding your puppy: Knowing when and how much to feed your new fur baby is key to providing proper care for your dog.
5 things you need to consider before getting a puppy
To make sure you’re ready for a puppy, use this checklist to be sure you can take on the commitment and responsibility.
5 ways to puppy-proof your home
Puppy-proof your home by using puppy pads, covering cords, securing trash, eliminating puppy poisons, and creating a busy bag.
