Carhen

Hi All I am new to this so I hope I have posted in the correct area. My husband and I just bought a golden retiever pure bred puppy and pick it up in 3 weeks time. We recently lost our 13 year retriever and I have not like NOT having a dog around so with some pursading with my husband, he finally agreed we could have another. He is just adorable....BUT Im a little nervous....Its been so long since I had a puppy Im worried I'll forget to do something important for him. We are thinking of puppy proofing the house with gates to keep him in one area whilst we are home but the sleeping arrangements are concerning me.....can someone please tell me some good ideas to get puppy in a routine so I dont OVER SPOIL him with my ideas??????????