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First-Time Pet Parent: Complete Puppy/Kitten Care Checklist
Everything you need to know in the first 30 days. Vet visits, vaccinations, supplies, and common mistakes to avoid.
🇰🇷 Korean Pet Adoption Center
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Week 1: Settling In
Give your pet a quiet, safe space. Don't overwhelm with visitors. Establish a feeding and potty schedule immediately. First vet visit within 3 days.
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Essential Supplies
Food & water bowls, age-appropriate food, crate/carrier, bed, collar with ID tag, leash, poop bags, toys, and pet-safe cleaning supplies.
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Vaccination Schedule
Puppies: DHPP at 6-8, 10-12, 14-16 weeks + rabies at 12-16 weeks. Kittens: FVRCP at 6-8, 10-12, 14-16 weeks + rabies at 12-16 weeks.
Practical Tips
Puppy-proof your home: hide cords, lock cabinets, remove toxic plants
Register microchip within the first week
Start socialization early but safely (after first vaccines)
Budget ₩50-100만 for first-year vet costs in Korea
