What Does A French Bulldog Puppy Need Its First Days In a New Home?

I still remember the first day I brought Patches home. He was so little and curious about everything around him. He was nervous at first but his inquisitive nature quickly made him run around the house and play with everything interesting-looking.

While I was ecstatic about adding a new member to my family, I was also overwhelmed with lots of questions. What should I feed my puppy? Where will he sleep? What bed does he need? What toys are best for him? A lot must be considered when bringing a puppy home, but being well-prepared will help you to provide your new puppy with the most comfort and happiness. Here are some factors I took into consideration before welcoming Patches into his new home.

What to keep in mind

Food

When you bring your Frenchie puppy into your home, it is recommended to feed them the same food they were eating previously. You should provide them with a supply of familiar food for several days. Immediately changing to new food can threaten the health of the puppy with unpleasant complications. Therefore, the transfer to the optimal diet must be carried out gradually, so as to not harm their health. A combination of dry and wet food is considered optimal for French Bulldog puppies.

Tray

A tray will make it much easier for your puppy to go to the bathroom. The tray must be stable and hygienic, holding the contents securely inside. This useful appliance will also allow your Frenchie to get used to going to the toilet in a strictly defined place instead of going everywhere they please.

Bedding

Your French Bulldog puppy needs to be provided with a comfortable and warm place to sleep and rest. This is best done with bedding that is easy to clean and wash. In order for your Frenchie to get used to the bed as soon as possible, it is recommended to put a familiar toy next to it.

Another good option is to place the puppy in a basket or a special house. However, the puppy should not be allowed into the owner's own bed, no matter how much the cute pooch asks. This can be regarded as an element of training, where the animal must feel the will of the owner and understand whining will not help them achieve anything.

Bowls

The puppy should have separate dishes for food and water. Bowls should be chosen to be stable, as well as not too deep but not flat. The best material is ceramic since it is hygienic, easy to wash, and does not absorb odors. Dishes intended for liquids should always be filled with fresh water and accessible to the Frenchie puppy.

Collar, Harness, and Leash

Familiarization of the Frenchie puppy with a collar should occur as early as possible. Here, one of the key factors is size: two fingers should pass freely under the collar. As the puppy grows older, this accessory will have to be changed periodically.

While collars are a popular item among many Frenchie owners, the use of harnesses is highly recommended. Unlike collars, harnesses do not have the ability to pull on the puppy's neck. Hence, harnesses do not cause neck injuries and are more comfortable for your pet, as long as they fit properly and are not too tight on their body. The defining qualities of a leash are durability and comfort in managing the puppy.

The best option is a product made of genuine leather with welded metal fittings (this is also applicable for a collar). The recommended length of the leash is 6 feet since it allows you to control your French Bulldog puppy without restricting their freedom of movement.

Toys

Toys serve the purpose of developing and entertaining your puppy. Not only should the toys be interesting to the pet, but they should also be safe. When choosing toys, you need to pay attention to the material, as it must be strong, durable, and not too hard. Size is important as well; a puppy cannot cope with a toy that is too large, and they will soon get bored of it. Toys such as balls, rings, rubber ducks, and bones made of leather, soft plastic, and rubber are highly recommended for Frenchie puppies.

Carrying Accessories

Often there is a need to transport a puppy in your own car or public transport, including to a veterinary clinic. For such situations, you need to purchase specialized tools. These include, in particular, a sturdy carrier that must fit the size of the puppy and not be too tight. For larger pets, a harness or seat belt is useful and will securely fix a Frenchie in the car.

In Conclusion

Every Frenchie puppy is unique and will have different needs. Your goal as the owner is to make your home cozy for them and make sure to have all the right tools needed to build a strong relationship with your pup. Ultimately, purchase what you feel benefits your pup and have fun being a French Bulldog puppy parent!