Puppy Essentials:
Preparing for Your New Puppy
This list is here to help you with all your basic needs. See my recommended page for a full list of items. Most items can be purchased on Amazon; links are provided.
Essential Arrangements Before Bringing Your Puppy Home
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Time Management for Potty Breaks
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Puppies need to go to the bathroom and have outside time. If your puppy is 8 weeks old, they should have a potty break every 2-3 hours.
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Dog Services
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Arrange for a pet sitter or dog service to help with let-outs, playtime, and walks.
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Veterinarian Appointments
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Schedule an initial puppy check-up (within the first 72 hours) and set up ongoing appointments for vaccinations and health checks.
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Training
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Book a trainer or an appointment with me for training. Training is crucial for your puppy's development and behavior.
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Time, Love, and Patience
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Puppies and dogs require a lot of time and attention. Ensure you can provide them with the love and care they need. Remember, "Dogs are kids that never grow up and leave home." Make sure you're ready for the commitment before bringing a puppy or dog into your life.
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Crates/Kennels
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Metal Crate/Kennel: MidWest Folding Metal Dog Crate
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Plastic Crate/Kennel: Plastic Crate for Dogs
Collars and Leashes
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Flat Puppy Collar: TagME Reflective Puppy Collar
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Nylon Handled Leash: FunTags Reflective Training Leash
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Adult Dog Leash: Genuine Leather Classic Dog Leash
Bowls and Feeding
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Water and Food Bowls: Fish Oil for Dogs
Training Tools
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Long Lead for Training: Hi Kiss Obedience Training Lead
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Exercise Pen: OxGord 8-Panel Folding Fence
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Treat Pouch:
Safety and Cleaning
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Seatbelt: PAWABOO Dog Safety Harness
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Nature's Miracle Cleaning Products: Nature's Miracle Products
Grooming Supplies
Other Supplies
Young Puppy to Adulthood Supplies
Leashes
Collars
Dog Beds and Cots
Dog Beds
Training Cots/Raised Beds
Ecollar for Training
Training Ecollars
Bark Collar
Contact Points
Tooth Brush and coconut oil for brushing teeth
Toy Safety for Your Puppy
Important Note: Soft plush toys and rope toys should only be used under supervision. These toys can be ingested and cause serious health issues, including intestinal blockages. There have been many unfortunate cases of dogs becoming very sick, requiring expensive surgeries, or even dying due to ingesting these toys.
Crating Tip: When your puppy is in their crate, use only chew-safe toys. This ensures they stay safe and avoid any potential hazards.