Getting started

Feeling a little lost on what to do first? We’ve got you. Here are some essential resources to help you navigate life as a new pet parent.

Lesson 1
Hand Feeding, Toilet Training
Teach your dog two of the biggest basics: how to eat and where to use the bathroom... besides your bedroom floor.
Lesson 2
Tug, Handling, Vocal Cue
Help your pet get used to playing, being picked up, getting (tons of) pets and the basics of vocal cues and clickers.
Lesson 3
Learning Names, Crate Training
Before you go full nickname-mode, teach your puppy their real name. And take on the ultimate pup parent challenge: crate training.

Nutrition

Welcome to the world of toppers, cans, fresh foods, probiotics, and more. We’ll help you find food and treats both you and your pet can love.

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The littleKin^TM Packs

WELCOME GIFT!* (Up to $200 Value)

Not totally sure what you need to get for your little kin? We’ve been there! So, we curated some must-haves for new pets. Sign up to grab your free* Puppy Pack or Kitten Kit for ~exclusive~ samples and deals from brands pet parents love.

P.S. Keep up with littleKin to be the first to hear about ~super secret~ deals from all your new faves.

*Free with promo code! Limited to new Kinship.com users with a pet under 12 months—one littleKin Pack per household.

What’s inside:

A free first wellness visit at a participating VCA
Samples from brands like GREENIES™, the PEDIGREE® brand, and CESAR™
Exclusive savings and offers for puppy parents

What’s inside:

A free first wellness visit at a participating VCA
Samples from brands like GREENIES™, IAMS™, SHEBA®, and Temptations™
Exclusive savings for kitten parents (like discounts on PrettyLitter)

Fyi: Samples and coupons may vary! Offers are subject to the terms of each brand and coupon.

Behavior

We lived through crate, potty, litter box, and obedience training—and survived to share our tried-and-true tips with you. Plus, we’ve got guides to decode even the weirdest behaviors.

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Health

Good news: You can stop searching! We’ve got advice from vets, specialists, and other experts—from what to ask at your first vet visit to frequently asked pet parent Qs.

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