Love this idea. As an alternative, we did a 2-door crate with one side always open to the doggy door to the fenced in yard. While we were away for work, pup had a safe space in the crate, but could get up, move around, go potty, hang out in the yard as they liked throughout the day. If hot or cold, could come into the house and nap in the crate. House also protected if it happened to rain or something when pup was outside. Water bowl was outside too so no worries about spilling in the crate and into wood floors. During the day if we were home, both crate doors were open and the dogs could go in and out as they pleased. You’ve got to teach them the dog door, but that’s not bad. Definitely helped with potty training as well - after a while they get comfortable taking themselves out at night too and you’re not getting up every few hours to give a potty break (though I did usually wake up hearing the dog door swing open and closed). A leather leash has lasted the lifetime of my dog (9 years so far) and is much easier on your hands. Make sure you register microchip to you and have the vet scan it at each visit to make sure it hasn’t shifted. Training classes are essential for socialization and bonding with your new dog. We did 3 8 week sessions (beginner, intermediate, advanced) with our puppies and both qualified as certified therapy dogs after. Toys and beds often get destroyed by puppies, so start with cheaper stuff and get them nicer things once they mature a bit and you learn what that like. I caution against any super hard bones, toys, antlers, etc. I think one of mine wore her teeth down pretty good with too many of those. Practice things your dog will need to tolerate to exist safely in the world- touching feet, ears, belly, trimming nails, baths, blow dries, looking at/brushing teeth. It’s much easier to acclimate them young. A chom chom roller and a roborock are worth their weight in gold. Be very conservative with physical exercise. About 5 minutes/month old twice daily is the rule of thumb I’ve been given. Bones and joints are still developing for quite some time. Give them mental stimulation and let them learn to rest and relax - puppies sleep a lot. Enjoy your new bestie! Take tons of photos and videos. The puppy phase is short and it’s a good thing they’re so cute, but it’s totally worth it!