Puppy Food

I have been making my shopping list of puppy supplies for a couple days now. The other puppy supply lists online were to broad. So I started making my own list to help budget for all of the supplies I will need for the puppy’s first year with me. I hope this list also helps you prepare for you new puppy so she or he will have a safe, healthy and happy time living with you!

1. Food & Treats – Do some research before hand on what type of diet you want your young dog to have. It is suggested to use the same food the breeder or the shelter was feeding the pup.
2. Grooming supplies - Some dogs might have more sensitive skin than others, so make sure to get the correct brush, shampoo, nail clippers, scissors, toothpaste and toothbrush. Ask the breeder or shelter for any brand recommendations.
3. First aid kit – A first aid kit is a must. You will need scissors, tweezers, sticks, gaze, stretchy bandages, alcohol wipes and antibiotic ointment for dogs to tend to any issues before you get to the Veterinarian.
4. Pet playpen – Puppies have a tendency to explore and make messes. Try to contain your pup in a room with ventilation and hard floors when you are not within sight.
5. Puppy training pads – If you are keeping your pup indoors while you are at work or school, using potty pads will help pup stay clean when they aren’t quite house trained.
6. Dog car seat / crate – New travel seats have been made to strap a young dog into a booster seat so she can see out the window while being safely belted in.
7. Dog bed / crate – Depending on if you want to crate train your dog or not, a doggy bed can be a comfortable place to take naps in a corner or inside the crate.
8. Dog carrier purse – If you plan on taking your pup with you while you pick up the kids from school or visit your parents, a pet carrier purse can be a stylish and easy way to transport your pup and your own stuff too.
9. Light reflective collar – A light reflective collar is the best preventative measure you can take just in case your pup gets out of the house at night.
10. Harness & leash – A harness is much safer for you and the dog than walking a dog with a collar. The harness give you more control while little doggy injuries can be reduced.
11. Dog trash bags – Dog walkers everywhere do their part to keep parks and roads clean by using biodegradable doggy bags to pick up after their dog.
12. Deluxe doggy steps – These steps are very often overlooked, but are a very safe tool for your puppy to become more independent around the house.
13. Toys – There are so many types of toys out there. Some dogs like squeaky toys, pulling toys, learning toys and balls. Find the toys that your pup likes and engage her with them.
14. Microchipping – At first I was against micochipping because I wouldn’t want something under my skin. But after volunteering at a local animal shelter, I understood just how many animals get lost and are found without their collars attached.

This is going to be my first non-adopted puppy, so there might be a few puppy supplies I missed. Let me know of any great supplies you’ve used by leaving a comment for other puppy parents.

Enjoy!

-Desiree