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Bringing a new puppy home is one of the most exciting moments for any family, and the first two weeks are the most critical period for your puppy's health and adjustment. After 25 years as a licensed Missouri puppy specialist operating under Missouri Animal Care License #AC004244, Best Puppies LLC has helped thousands of families navigate those crucial early days. These puppy tips come directly from our decades of experience and from the licensed veterinarians we partner with — not from generic internet advice, but from real-world outcomes we have seen with real families and real puppies.
The single most important tip for new puppy owners is this — keep the first two weeks calm. Your new puppy has just traveled to a completely new environment with new smells, new sounds, and new people. Resist the urge to introduce the puppy to every friend and neighbor immediately. Keep visitors to a minimum. Keep the puppy in a quiet, warm area of your home. Stay on the same food the breeder was using — we provide this information with every puppy — and do not switch foods during the first two weeks. Do not give your puppy a bath during the first two weeks either, as the stress of bathing combined with the adjustment period can weaken their immune system. For puppies under four months old, avoid exposing them to cold temperatures.
Schedule your first veterinary visit within 10 days of delivery and no later than 14 days. This is required by our health guarantee and is essential for establishing your puppy's baseline health with your local vet. Our exclusive 5-Year FREE Local Vet Package covers this visit and all routine wellness visits, vaccinations, and care for five full years — a value of over $1,800 included at no cost. Keep your new puppy separated from other dogs for the first two weeks. Even if your existing pets are fully vaccinated, your new puppy's immune system needs time to build up. Do not take your puppy to dog parks, doggy daycare, or pet-friendly stores until your veterinarian confirms they are fully vaccinated.
Crate training is one of the best investments you can make in your puppy's development. A crate provides a safe, den-like space where your puppy feels secure, and it dramatically speeds up potty training. Start with short periods in the crate and gradually increase. Take your puppy outside immediately after waking up, after eating, and after playing. Praise and reward every outdoor success. Never punish accidents — simply clean up and continue the routine. Every puppy from Best Puppies LLC includes our free 70-minute Puppy 101 Care Video that walks you through every aspect of the first weeks including crate training, potty training, feeding schedules, socialization, and health warning signs to watch for. We are also available by phone any time at (800) 879-1995 — call Greg whenever you have a question, day or night.
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