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Dogs #1

Supplies

This is not professional/ medical advice. These are all based on my personal experience. I’m not a paid sponsor for any of these items. I have included reviews where appropriate.


Treats and Edible Chew Items

  • Bully Sticks- WOOF Bully Sticks Dog Treats, Made with Grass-Fed Beef Amazon Link

  • Training treats- Pupford Freeze-Dried Training Treats Amazon Link

  • Training treats- Pupford Soft and Chewy Training Treats Amazon Link

  • Bison- Tilted Barn, Miniwags, Bison Recipe Chewy Link

  • Chicken, Jones Natural Chews- Tender Taffy Soft Chicken Blend Jones Link

  • Salmon and Sweet Potato- Trader Joe’s Ebay Link (picture—go in person!)

  • Chicken- Trader Joe’s Jerky Sticks, Chicken Recipes Ebay Link (picture—go in person!)

  • Pupsicles- WOOF Pupsicle Refill Pops Amazon Link

  • Pupsicle Silicone Mold Amazon Link

  • Lick Mats Amazon Link

Notes:

  • Pupsicles are advertised to last 20-40 minutes…my pup finishes them in about 5 minutes. So they aren’t a very cost-effective treat for her. But if your pup is a less aggressive licker, these refills, as well as a mold so you can prepare your own homemade pops, might be perfect for you!

  • Lick mats have become very handy for grooming- I load them with wet dog food, freeze them and they last for a long grooming session.


“Safe” Chew Items- made of edible material, although not specifically intended for consumption

  • Sticks- Pupstages Dogwood Dog Chew Toy (Size Large) Amazon Link

  • Sticks- Pupstages Dog Chew Toy (Natural and Hemp Flavors) (Medium) Amazon Link

  • Nylon Chew Toys- Benebone Dog Chew Toy- puppy phase Amazon Link

  • Ropes- Hemp Rope Dog Toys Amazon Link


Meal Time

Notes:

  • My pup uses her snuffle mat for almost every meal, occasionally uses the puzzle ball or other puzzles like toilet paper rolls.

  • Similar to the lick mats, the West Paw Toppl toy can be filled with wet food and frozen. This will provide a long licking session.


Crate

Notes:

I used the exercise pen for the first few nights my pup was home with me, but she quickly learned how to climb over it (don’t ask…I have no clue). But then I used the panels fully extended to prevent her from accessing things in the house, such as the bookcase and TV stand, as she learned boundaries.


Puppy Problem Solving

  • Pet Odor Eliminator- Angry Orange Concentrate Amazon Link

  • Vinegar and water (50/50 mix) in a squirt bottle

Notes:

Vinegar and water is a great natural option for cleaning puppy pee accidents on solid surfaces. I used Angry Orange for accidents on absorbable surfaces, like the rug or car seat.


Training

Notes:

Both treat pouches have a main pouch and a front pouch (net pouch and zipper pocket), can either be worn over the shoulder/ across the chest or clipped around the waist like a fanny pack. Both have poop bag pouches. The Mighty Paw pouch has a magnetic opening, while the pouch has a drawstring opening.


Travel

Notes:

I used the dog sling carrier during puppy socialization before my pup was fully vaccinated.


Bath and grooming

  • Hand-held shower head with 6 ft. hose Amazon Link

  • Shampoo- Wahl USA Gentle Puppy Shampoo Amazon Link

  • Detangling Spray- BioSilk for Dogs Amazon Link

  • Slicker Brush- Coastal Dog Slicker Brush Amazon Link

  • Grooming scissors and comb set Amazon Link

  • Clippers- Andis, 2-speed, Corded Electric (with size 10 blade) Amazon Link

  • Additional clipper blade, size 7 Amazon Link

  • Additional clipper blade, size 3 ¾ Amazon Link

  • Clipper comb guards Amazon Link

  • Grooming Table- Yaheetech 46'' Pet Grooming Table, Weight Up to 265Lb Amazon Link


Other Hygiene

  • Toothpaste and toothbrush- Vet’s Best (peanut butter flavor) Amazon Link

  • Nail clippers Amazon Link

  • Styptic Powder- DOGSWELL Remedy Recovery Amazon Link

  • Dog cleaning wipes (Arm and Hammer wet wipes) Amazon Link

  • Eye wipes- Earth Rated Vet-Developed Dog Eye Wipes Amazon Link

  • Eye comb (for eye boogers) Amazon Link

  • Ear powder (for plucking ear hair)- Miracle Care Ear Powder Amazon Link

  • Paw cleaning brush- shampoo with built-in silicone brush Amazon Link

  • Paw cleaning cup with internal silicone bristles Amazon Link

Notes:

I do NOT endorse ear plucking. This is a discussion you should have with your veterinarian. However, if you do pluck, this stuff works really well.


Apparel and Winter Gear

Notes:

Winter boots were an in-person purchase at PetCo, when we had a surprise snow storm and Amazon delivery wasn’t available. They fit really well, although the velcro isn’t very hearty- I’ve had to repair them by hand.


Leashes, Collars and Tethers

  • Collar, neoprene and nylon Amazon Link

  • Collar, nylon, waterproof (doesn’t bleed color onto fur) Amazon Link

  • Identification tag, silent, slide on collar Amazon Link

  • Medium-length nylon leash, 15 ft- Hi Kiss Dog/Puppy Obedience Amazon Link

  • Chew-Proof Tether, 6 foot Amazon Link

  • Chew-Proof Tether, 50 foot Amazon Link

  • Back-clip harness for car rides Amazon Link

Notes: Bovie loves chewing leashes, and we went through several nylon leashes before I wised up and purchased chew-proof varieties, specifically for tethering in the house. For example, when she was a puppy, we trained her to stay on her place during mealtime, and she was tethered as a reminder. When we are outside eating or working, she has a 50 foot tether so she doesn’t take off down the hill or into a neighbors yard. I don’t keep her tethered for extended periods of time and she’s never unattended while tethered.

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