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Your New Puppy’s First Week: A Calm Survival Guide
Sleep, potty breaks and the art of saying “no” to a very cute face.
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Your New Puppy’s First Week: A Calm Survival Guide
Sleep, potty breaks and the art of saying “no” to a very cute face.
Dana Ruiz7 min read
Sam Okafor
Dr. Leah Moran
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Calm days, a potty plan and a vet visit.
Day 1: settle in
A quiet room, a crate and lots of naps.
Day 2: potty plan
Out after waking, meals and play.
Day 3: vet visit
Book the first checkup.
Day 5: name game
Say the name, reward the look.
Day 7: new places
Short, happy outings.
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