The first 72 hours are crucial for helping your puppy feel secure and setting the foundation for a confident, calm adult dog. Drawing from leading expert advice across top UK animal welfare organisations (including the RSPCA, Dogs Trust, PDSA, and Pets at Home), here is your step-by-step guide to surviving and enjoying your first three days together.

The play equipment is fantastic. There’s plenty for your dog to climb, jump, and explore if you want to try some light agility training, though our pup was more than happy just zooming around using up her energy!

When bringing home a new four-legged friend, it is incredibly easy to focus entirely on physical exercise. We map out our local Colchester walks, buy endless fetch toys, and count down the days until they are fully vaccinated and ready to explore. However, one thing many new dog owners underestimate is the sheer amount of mental stimulation a growing puppy actually needs. While a traditional walk around the block physically tires them out, mental enrichment gets their brain a