New Puppy Checklist
A new puppy checklist for supplies, vet records, crate setup, food, potty plan, safe home setup, and first-week routines.
Last updated: September 23, 2026
Built for the first week with a puppy: vet records, crate setup, food, potty plan, safe home setup, training words, routines, and cleanup supplies.
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- 8 editable tasks
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- 15-45 minutes before handoff or travel
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What this checklist is for
Built for the first week with a puppy: vet records, crate setup, food, potty plan, safe home setup, training words, routines, and cleanup supplies.
- Best for
- A new puppy checklist for supplies, vet records, crate setup, food, potty plan, safe home setup, and first-week routines.
- Core checklist items
- Choose a vet, schedule first visit, and save vaccination, microchip, and emergency clinic details, Prepare crate, bed, playpen, leash, collar, ID tag, bowls, food, treats, and chew-safe toys, Set up a potty plan with pads or outdoor route, cleanup spray, bags, and overnight timing, Puppy-proof cords, trash, shoes, plants, medicines, cleaning products, stairs, and small objects, Create feeding, nap, play, training, grooming, and bedtime routines for the first week
Printable new puppy checklist
- Choose a vet, schedule first visit, and save vaccination, microchip, and emergency clinic details
- Prepare crate, bed, playpen, leash, collar, ID tag, bowls, food, treats, and chew-safe toys
- Set up a potty plan with pads or outdoor route, cleanup spray, bags, and overnight timing
- Puppy-proof cords, trash, shoes, plants, medicines, cleaning products, stairs, and small objects
- Create feeding, nap, play, training, grooming, and bedtime routines for the first week
- Pack a first-day bag with food, water, towel, wipes, leash, treats, records, and cleanup supplies
- Write house rules for visitors, children, crate time, couch access, and training words
- Track appetite, potty accidents, sleep, behavior questions, and vet follow-up items
How to use this checklist
Built for the first week with a puppy: vet records, crate setup, food, potty plan, safe home setup, training words, routines, and cleanup supplies. Bookmark /new-puppy-checklist/ if you use this checklist repeatedly.
Planning tips for this checklist
Book the vet before the puppy comes home
Choosing a vet, scheduling the first visit, and saving vaccination, microchip, and emergency clinic details ahead of time removes the scramble of the first week. The first appointment should happen within days of arrival.
Set up one safe room first
Crate, bed, playpen, leash, bowls, and food belong in one controlled room before the puppy explores the house. Confining the first days makes potty training and supervision manageable instead of chaotic.
Prepare the potty plan in writing
A schedule for post-meal, post-nap, and post-play outings written where everyone can see it keeps the household consistent. Consistency in the first weeks is what makes house training work.
Frequently asked questions
What should I include in a new puppy checklist?
A useful new puppy checklist should include the tasks that matter before, during, and after the situation. Start with the printable list, remove anything that does not apply, and add personal details such as dates, names, addresses, or supplies.
Can I print this new puppy checklist?
Yes. Use the checklist generator to edit the tasks, then choose Print / Save PDF. A printed checklist is helpful when several people need to share the same plan.