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New Dog or Puppy?
Getting a new puppy or dog can be daunting. What do they need? It's easy to go overboard. Thankfully, I have some things to help make shopping for them easier. If you have questions, always feel free to ask. I'm more than happy to help!
Crate
Bowls
6 foot Leash
Collar
Blanket (Fleece is best)
Shampoo
Brush
Dog Bed
Food
Treats
Toys
Chews
Poop bags
Just like in human food, dog food can be misleading. Marketing works - but it's not always to the benefit of your dog. It's really important to read ingredients and make sure that you choose a food without food coloring, extra fillers, and byproducts.
Honest Kitchen is a great choice. There are many good foods out there. This is just one of many!
I spent a few years working in the pet food industry and six years working at vet clinics, along with dealing with food allergies myself. I know what a struggle it can be. If you have questions, please ask me!
Exercise is important for the health and well-being of your dog. It's important to know that the type of exercise is essential. You've probably heard the saying that a tired dog is a good dog. That's not necessarily true. You might just make your dog a fit asshole. Mental work is VERY important too. For those dogs that need a little more, I recommend something like this bike attachment or teach your dogs bikejoring.
Cots are something I use as a training tool to teach calm, to build confidence, to teach impulse control, and to teach boundaries.
This is something that I recommend all of my clients use. I like to have one for outside and one for inside.
These are essential for every dog owner! I put a runner rug down on the inside of the door and on the outside. If it's rainy and muddy, I pour water on the outside one (it absorbs a LOT of water) and as the dogs walk over it, it washes their feet outside your door and the one on the inside dries their feet!
These dog beds are great for dogs that love snuggling. They are not for every dog, but if you have a dog that likes cozy warm things, your dog will love this bed! Highly recommend!
Crate training is an important life skill for any dog. It gives them a safe space to decompress and relax. This is just a basic crate. I prefer two door crates. These come with a divider panel so you can adjust it as your puppy grows or take away some space if needed for potty training. The crate is your dog's bedroom and personal space. It is important for every dog to have their own space.
Training pouches are a great addition to any training program. I love treat pouches like this one that have a poop bag dispenser and easy access to food or a toy. This treat pouch has room for your phone, keys, treats, and toys.
(Treat pouch pictured is not the one in the link)