🐶 Complete Puppy Care Checklist from Birth to 1 Year – Step-by-Step for UAE Owners
Looking for a reliable complete puppy care checklist from birth to 1 year? This is your ultimate resource tailored for puppy owners in the UAE. Whether you’re a first-time dog parent or experienced breeder, this guide will ensure your puppy thrives through every developmental stage, from newborn to 12 months, with expert-backed advice and locally relevant tips for the UAE lifestyle.
🍼 Newborn Stage (0–8 Weeks) – Warmth, Milk & Bonding
- Feeding: Puppies rely on their mother’s milk or formula (every 2–3 hours).
- Temperature: Use a heating pad to maintain 29–32°C for newborns.
- Weight Monitoring: Puppies should gain weight daily – use a digital scale.
- Stimulation: Help with urination/defecation using a damp cotton ball after every meal.
📅 Puppy Health Timeline in the UAE
Your UAE-based vet will follow a standard vaccine/deworming protocol. Here’s a general timeline to include in your complete puppy care checklist from birth to 1 year:
- Week 6–8: DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus)
- Week 10–12: Second DHPP, Leptospirosis, Bordetella
- Week 14–16: Rabies + Final DHPP
- Monthly: Deworming until 6 months, then every 3 months
🏡 Puppy-Proofing Your Home
- Remove electrical cords and hazardous objects
- Use baby gates for dangerous areas
- Block balconies, stairs, or pools
- Keep shoes, plants, and chemicals out of reach
🐾 2–4 Months Old – The Socialization Window
- Introduce your puppy to 10+ people, various sounds, surfaces, and other animals
- Start basic commands: “Sit,” “Come,” “No,” and “Down”
- Enroll in puppy kindergarten or short socialization classes in the UAE
🧼 Grooming Basics for a Clean Puppy
- Brush coat 2–3 times weekly depending on breed
- Wipe ears weekly with vet-approved cleaner
- Bathe every 3–4 weeks using puppy-safe shampoo
- Trim nails monthly using pet nail clippers
🍽️ Feeding Schedule from 2–12 Months
- 2–3 months: 4 small meals/day
- 3–6 months: 3 meals/day
- 6–12 months: 2 meals/day
Choose high-quality food labeled for puppies and suited to their breed size (small, medium, large). Feeding quality food will help in both growth and digestive health, keeping your puppy strong, energetic, and happy throughout the day.
🎾 Play & Exercise – Burn That Energy
- Start walks after full vaccination
- Short walks (10–15 mins) twice daily
- Use toys like ropes, puzzle feeders, or KONG
📈 Growth Milestones by Month
- 2–3 months: Starting toilet training, basic commands
- 4–6 months: Stronger body coordination, teething ends
- 7–9 months: Adolescent behavior begins (test boundaries)
- 10–12 months: Transition to adult food and routine
🚽 Potty Training Essentials
- Choose a consistent potty spot
- Take puppy out after waking, eating, or playing
- Reward success immediately with treats or praise
- Never punish – clean accidents calmly
Read our detailed potty guide:
Potty Training a Puppy in the UAE
🧠 Mental Stimulation & Enrichment
- Hide treats around the house for nose games
- Teach simple tricks: shake, spin, rollover
- Rotate toys weekly to prevent boredom and increase focus
💡 UAE Climate Tips for Puppy Care
- Walk only during early mornings or evenings
- Avoid walking on hot pavement – test with your hand
- Always carry water during outdoor trips
- Never leave a puppy inside a parked car
📚 Useful Puppy Care Resources
📞 Contact PuppiesHub UAE
- 📱 WhatsApp: +971 58 866 3286
- 📍 Location: Al Zahia City Center – Sharjah
- 📧 Email: puppieshub700@gmail.com
This complete puppy care checklist from birth to 1 year is your daily guide to raising a happy, healthy, and confident dog in the UAE. Save this guide, share it with fellow puppy parents, and give your puppy the best start in life! 🐾 Providing regular checkups with your vet and following this checklist will help ensure lifelong wellness for your puppy in the UAE. Stick to this guide and enjoy every step of your puppy’s incredible journey.
