New Pet Checklist: Your First Week

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• Book a first vet visit Within the first week, to check health and plan vaccines and parasite control. Open
• Buy the right food Start with what the shelter or breeder fed, and change slowly over a week or two.
• Set up a quiet safe space A crate, a cat room or a covered hide where the pet can retreat.
• Pet-proof the home Hide cables, close bins, move toxic plants and foods. Open
• Get ID sorted Microchip details updated, plus a collar tag for dogs and cats where suitable.
• Litter tray, bowls, bedding, toys One litter tray per cat plus one extra is a common rule of thumb.
• Plan the first walks or play sessions Short and calm at first; let the pet set the pace.
• Start gentle training Reward the behaviour you want with treats and praise.
• Look into insurance or a savings fund For accidents and illness.