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Puppy Essentials Checklist

Use this list to see what most new owners get before their puppy comes home. Tick off what you have. The items match the First 30 Days list on the Puppy Essentials page.

General checklist for planning. It has not been reviewed by a veterinarian. Confirm food, vaccination, and training questions with your vet.

Sleep

Crate
Puppy bed
Washable blanket Depends on your home or puppy

Feeding

Food and water bowls
Puppy food (ask your breeder or shelter which food your puppy eats now)
Feeding mat Depends on your home or puppy

Training

Treats
Toys
Potty training pads, if outdoor trips are hard to arrange Depends on your home or puppy

Walking

Harness or collar with an ID tag
Leash
Waste bags

Grooming

Brush
Nail clippers
Shampoo made for puppies Depends on your home or puppy

Safety

Chew toys sized for your puppy
Check toys regularly and replace any that come apart
Gates for rooms you want to close off Depends on your home or puppy

Travel

Carrier that fits your puppy and the way you travel

Before your first vet visit, write down your questions about food, vaccines, and training.