A couple of our friends who are bernedoodle breeders pa have asked for advice on what they should buy or do while they wait for their dog to come. In the event that it becomes useful to others, we decided it made sense to release it openly.

You don't have to buy everything at once, which is a general bit of advice we wish we had known sooner. You have the rest of your dog's life to buy exciting toys, switch up leashes and collars, etc. Avoid buying extras of items that won't fit your puppy after the first month or two, especially since they will grow. Take note of our error!

On to our checklist now. For more information and context, keep reading.

2 to 4 weeks away

Pet insurance: We initially believed we had gotten insurance a week in advance, but we soon discovered that it actually takes 14 days for your plan to "activate." Our first two appointments were therefore exempt from the deductible. It's not a big deal, but it's best to avoid it if you can. FYI, we currently use Nationwide and are generally satisfied with it.

Socialization classes: Attending socialization lessons with dogs of a similar age and vaccination level was a major success for us. We are so relieved to know that she will cheerfully approach and play with any dog as a consequence of just a couple of these courses. Places are limited for these, especially during Covid periods, so register early.

Prior to your puppy's arrival, one week

If you're anything like us and enjoyed picking out your new puppy, you can find yourself filling your home with a ton of strange items weeks before your dog actually comes. The necessities for the first several weeks are listed below.

Canine "station"

It's crucial to restrict your puppy's access to the house and then gradually increase it, especially while they're learning to use the potty and are teething. We were able to answer calls, cook, and take showers without worrying about Moose's safety or having to go back on our training schedule because we had a place where she could hang out where we didn't have to watch her all the time. Although you don't need require a container and a playpen, we thought the