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A free printable checklist

Bringing Home a Rescue Dog?

Use this free 7 day checklist to set up a safe space, build a simple routine, and help your dog settle in without pressure.

  • A calm, day by day rhythm for the first week, so you always know the next small kindness to offer
  • Gentle ways to build trust without rushing it, so a frightened dog feels safe instead of overwhelmed
  • Simple house and family notes to print, so visitors don’t move too fast in those first days

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A rescue dog settling into a new home

Keep this page somewhere easy to find.

What you’ll print

Here’s the actual sheet you’ll print

One warm, uncluttered page, made to live on the fridge or by the food bowl.

The printed checklist, page one

When to call your vet

This guide helps you record what you notice. It does not give medical advice. Call your veterinarian if your dog seems sick, is in pain, or you are worried.

This checklist is the first week. Here is the whole first month, and more.

The paid companion

The Rescue Dog First Month Bundle

The First Month Bundle picks up where this first week ends. It adds a month long plan plus practical help with alone time worry, calm house rules, triggers and daily routines.

  • The full Rescue Dog First Month Plan, week by week
  • A no punishment starter plan for alone time worry, with a step by step ladder
  • Print and post calm home rules for visitors, kids and the safe spot
  • A trigger tracker to watch the worry get smaller over time
  • Cut out routine cards, because a steady day settles a nervous dog

$19 · One time payment

Get the Bundle

Instant digital download. If there's a problem with your file or order, email support@buddylio.com.

The Rescue Dog First Month Bundle cover

One place for all of it

If you'd like food, meds, walks, and vet notes to live in one place instead of scattered on paper, that's what Buddylio is for.

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Simple tools for everyday dog care.

Made with care by dog people. This is a noticing and notes tool, not veterinary advice. If your dog seems really sick, call your vet or an emergency clinic.

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