Set up a safe, simple puppy routine
Preparation gives a new Boston Terrier puppy fewer confusing choices and gives the family a clear starting point. Arrange the home, supplies, schedule, and safety rules before arrival.
Create a safe base
Choose a quiet sleeping and resting area away from heavy foot traffic. Block unsafe spaces, secure cords and small objects, remove toxic substances, and provide supervised access to new rooms.
Gather useful supplies
Plan for food suited to the puppy’s current needs, food and water bowls, a safe crate or bed, a collar and identification, leash, waste bags, chew items, cleaning supplies, and grooming tools.
Agree on the routine
Family members should use the same name, cues, feeding plan, toilet location, and boundaries. Keep early sessions brief, schedule rest, and record questions for the puppy’s veterinary visit.
Clear answers before the next step
What should happen during the first week?
Keep the puppy’s world manageable, provide frequent toilet opportunities, protect sleep, supervise exploration, and introduce household routines gradually.
How should children meet a puppy?
Use calm, supervised contact. Let the puppy approach, prevent grabbing or chasing, and give the dog a quiet place to rest undisturbed.