Buy food bowls, comfy bed, crate, toys, and grooming tools.
Remove hazards, wires, and breakables to pet-proof your space.
Choose a pet matching your time, budget, and lifestyle.
Introduce pets slowly using boundaries, supervision, and positive reinforcement.
Schedule vet appointment, vaccinations, and emergency health care plans.
Register and license pet, add ID tag, consider microchipping.
Use soft bedding, quiet spaces, and clear feeding locations.
Stock pet shampoos, nail clippers, brushes for coat type.
Clean regularly with pet-safe cleaners and follow grooming schedule.