Becoming a dog parent is one of the most memorable moments of life. But before bringing your new best friend home
it's vital to have all the right things to make sure the adoption is really smooth and makes them feel right
You may feel overwhelmed by tons of puppy products on sale and not sure what items your puppy actually needs
That's why I've compiled this minimalist puppy checklist to help you get started
This checklist will save you time and money for sure. Let's dive right in one color
One of the first things we want to think about is a good collar for your puppy
It's very important to choose a well fed item that is nice and flat around the neck to ensure you have great control
But your dog is still safe. I recommend choosing a buckle collar rather than a snap or chain collar as it is a bit safer
Buckle type is quick release, less likely to become undone unexpectedly or choking hazard
Something adjustable will save you money so that as your puppy gets bigger, it still fits them
Well, your pup will grow like a weed. So you should often check the collars fit with your hands to keep them comfortable
A handy tip when you have a collar around their neck is that you want it to be snug enough that you can fit two
fingers between their neck and collar to leash. Next, we'll talk about leashes
The two different types of leashes that I suggest you should have are the standard leash and the long leash
standard leash. I would choose something like nylon or rope leashes with a well designed clip at the end 5 to 6 ft is a
good length because it will give you more control. For example, if you need quick control
you can simply reach down and grab hold of it long leash
The favorite length of a long leash is 30 ft because it provides plenty of freedom but still provides control
You can use it for training or playing outside and you can switch between your standard and long leash as you go in and out
Three treat, we have a couple of different types of treats out there
First, we would use crunchier treats for specific situations like going in their crate
going outside to potty or something like that. So your puppy deserves to be rewarded for all the good things they do for training treats
You may want something that is very low calorie. So you don't need to worry if you're doing a bunch of training sessions
a tip when choosing training treats for your puppy is to pick one that is small in size as a raisin or something super moist
that you can easily tear off. We don't choose the large one because it's too hard to break or chew with a puppy
It's a good idea to get a bunch of different flavors. So you can figure out what's your puppy's favorite
That way you can optimize your training sessions. Four treat pouch, a treat pouch that can hold your treats while you're training
Your dog is going to be really important. Here's why you have one hand holding your puppy and a handful of treats
Is it easy? Absolutely not. You want the other hand to be able to reach in and grab their favorite treat one at a time
and then reward them five crate. Make sure you put a crate on your shopping list when you bring your puppy home to keep them
safe. When you can't watch them, you want to keep your dog in a place where they won't get in trouble while you're sleeping
hanging out or commuting to work. There are a couple of things you need to know about the crate first
You need to ensure you get a size that your puppy can stand up, lie down
turn around or stretch out easily and comfortably, but you don't want it much bigger than that because if puppies have a space that's too
big, they're more likely to have accidents. So size really matters. The most common crates for dogs are plastic and metal
We're going to cover both advantages and disadvantages of each plastic crate
Dogs seem to prefer the plastic crate a little bit more because it's cozier and gives them a nice den feeling
This type also has a small carrier thing on top, making it easy for us to move it from our bedroom to the downstairs
in and out of the car. The downside of getting a plastic crate is that you may have to size up and get a new
one as they get bigger metal crate. The most important thing I want you to remember if you're getting a metal crate is to get
one with a divider. It's crucial because you want something to be the right size for your puppy
Not too big. Six bed, put at least a good bed for your puppies so they can lie down and relax outside of the crate
just by using a bit of treats. You can start using it from the very first day
You bring your dog home. When they get older, you can gradually wean them off of the crate and teach them to lie comfortably by
your side while watching Netflix or having dinner. I really like the washable stuff that you can remove the lining
You just need to pull it out and throw it in the washing machine. Some puppies will actually chew and ingest their bed if it
has a ton of soft and squishy fillers. So you have to be careful when choosing seven bold
What types of bowls to use will make life a little more convenient. Keep watching to find out food bowl
There are many different bowls on the market from metal ceramic to plastic
Make sure you get the right kind of bowl for your puppy. I recommend you get a bowl that can slow down their eating to
prevent them from eating too fast. The dividers and slow feeder dog bowls will help prevent your puppy from gulping down the food
When you put it in the bowl, that is much better for their digestion water bowl
Make sure you get a water bowl that your dog can have access to water all the time
but still can't use as a little swimming pool inside their crate, using something like a coop cup is a super handy trick
You attach it to your dog's crate door and your naughty puppy can't get it out
Perfect. Ate food. One of the most frequently asked questions by new pup parents is what should I feed my dog
We definitely want to provide a good quality diet for our dogs to ensure they can be as healthy as possible
The first year of a puppy's life is a time of tremendous growth and development
So it's vital to choose food that can support them. Well, there are tons of dog food on the market right now
but keep in mind that the amount of protein and crude fat in the food you choose for your puppy has to align with your
dog's breed and energy level. We definitely don't feed a chihuahua. The same thing
we give an Akita nine toys. Basically, we can divide dog toys into two main categories
interactive toys and chew toys. There are so many great dog toys to choose from
but I want you to think about your puppy's current stage, teething and chewing style
Make sure the toys you choose are durable, not easily destroyed, eaten
ingested and cause blockages that need to be surgically removed. Keep watching to find out what are the safest toys for your puppy
Interactive toys when it comes to interactive toys, your puppy shouldn't have access to them unless you're supervising
So get some fun things allow your dog to play with them, but then put them away chew toys
When it comes to chewing toys, we can leave them out for puppies all the time so they can grab them whenever they want to
N of VB is my favorite because it lasts a really long time
They also have many great options to pick out 10 poop bags
Here's another item you want to have on hand. Poop bags. Your puppy will poop a lot and you'll need a poop pad ready to
clean it up as quickly as possible to avoid them. Eating poop. 11 p pads
Taking your dog outside is ideal but pee pads can be helpful for potty training
Sometimes they provide an absorbent safe spot for your puppy to relieve indoors without ruining your floor or carpet
12 order remover, your puppy may have one or more accidents in the house
It's totally normal. An order remover will help mass docks mills to make the environment more pleasing
In addition, your dog will naturally return to the same spot where they urinated slash defecated if you clean up just a little
So this is essential 13 shampoo and conditioner. Make sure you don't over bathe your puppy because it will strip the essential oils from their
skin, mess up their ph balance and cause them to become more scratchy and itchy
That also leads to some other health problems that we want to avoid. Get something that will loosen up potential mats and allow you to
brush all the way without tangling, choosing a good puppy shampoo or shampoo and conditioner combo will really benefit both you and your dog
14 brushing tools, whether you groom your dog yourself or take them to a professional groomer
you will want them to be comfortable with the grooming process. It all starts at home
Therefore, it's crucial that you brush your puppy regularly with positive reinforcement brush first
then provide a treat and so on. Eventually, you get to the point where you're brushing for longer and your puppy gets used to it
because you've made it a positive experience slicker smoothing and des shedding brushes are the three essential brushes you should have
I like using a slicker brush to get the stuff out of their hair, like leaves, branches and all kinds of small debris
Then use a smoothing brush to finish the process. A good des shedding tool will help get the undercoat out when necessary
In order to prevent matting, make sure that you comb all the way down to the skin and lift up to release that hair because
all Mattis occur close to the skin. 15 Neil clipper, it's essential to begin nail t your dog at a young age
just be careful never to reach the vein. When you look at it sideways, it's actually easier than it sounds
So the more you do it, the more confident you'll get and your puppy will get more confident too
16 toothbrush and toothpaste proper oral hygiene is essential for healthy teeth and gums
So you should start brushing your dog's teeth as soon as possible. Start with getting them used to having something in their mouth
a finger or a toothbrush. 17 dog wipes, dog wipes are essential for safely wiping your dog's face
stained ears, mouth paws, et cetera. 18 eye cleaner dogs may be more susceptible to ear problems than people
Ear cleaning is crucial in keeping ear infections at bay, especially if your puppy has floppy ears
You have to start at a young age to let them get used to inserting things into their ears last but not least
training is one of the most important parts of any dog's life
learning how to teach your puppy to become an obedient and well behaved dog may be the most beneficial investment for both you and your
four legged friend. You can hire a trainer or take a training class for online course
That's all the items you need for your new puppy. I will put the PDF file of this checklist and more helpful resources for you
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