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 New Puppy Supplies Checklist

Recommended Puppy Supplies Checklist

This is our Puppy Supplies Checklist – The Puppy Products I think are the BEST and recommend you buy and setup before your new puppy comes home.

Being prepared helps so much! On your puppies first day home you don’t want to be running around trying to figure out what you need.  When everything is setup and ready to go – all you have to do is sit back and enjoy getting to know your new puppy!

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When you have the right Setup and TOOLS… Life with YOUR NEW PUPPY becomes 100% easier.

I’ve ALREADY done all the research and testing so you don’t have to.

All the puppy products listed on this page I’ve personally purchased over the years.  I only added products I trust and found useful.  All the products linked below also qualify for Free 2 Day Shipping with Amazon Prime. 

THE BASIC PUPPY SUPPLIES IN-PAGE LINKS…

  1. Food Bowls
  2. High Quality Dog Food
  3. Puppy Toys & Balls
  4. Bones and Teething Chews
  5. Dental Care Products and Greenies
  6. Dog Beds
  7. Baby Gates, Crate or X-Pen Setup
  8. Grooming Tools
  9. Natural Health Care/Medicine
  10. Vitamin Supplements
  11. Leash & Collar
  12. Training Treats & Tools
  13. Name Tag and Microchip (Safety Tools)
  14. Tools for the Road..Seatbelt and Car Seat Cover
  15. Cleaning Supplies
  16. Training Books & DVDS
  17. Time & Love

FOR YOUR WET DOODLE...THE DOG GONE SMART – MICROFIBER DOG RUGS

SOGGY DOGGY RUG - DOORMAT FOR DOGS

Keep the Rain and Mud out of your House!

This is my #1 CAN NOT LIVE WITHOUT PUPPY PRODUCT…. I have 4 of them in all sizes! I live in the Great Northwest so we get a lot of rain and MUD!
I needed something that worked and worked well. These are machine washable (also important) and catch about 70% of the water and dirt off their paws before they make it into the house. I LOVE the big ones and they’re worth every penny.. I promise.

The microfiber strands dry five times faster than ordinary doormats!!

To be honest I use the basic doormat size (Large) the most for the doors but the EXTRA LARGE rugs are great for in front of the sliding glass door and I also use them as a place for them to just lay down on or for inside their crates, great for hardwood floors and your kitchen tile etc.

THERE ARE SEVERAL COPY CAT BRANDS NOW SO BE CAREFUL.  SIGGY DOGGY ARE THE ONES I LIKE.  SOMETIMES I EVEN GET CONFUSED. ALSO DOUBLE CHECK PRICES AND SIZES. 

Soggy Doggy XL Large Dog Rug!

VERY NICE quality and last FOREVER and they are tough & CHEW PROOF (my puppies have chewed on my rugs and their still intact after 2 years so I call that chew proof). DOGS JUST LOVE THESE RUGS! 

SOGGY DOGGY RUG

MULTIGEN LABRADOODLE RILEY AT HOME ON HIS Large Size SOGGY DOGGY RUG!

So many of our Dreamydoodle Families have purchased these rugs now that I have a whole gallery of pictures of them all with their Soggy Doggy rugs!

SHOP SOGGY DOGGY RUGS: AMAZON LINKS AND SIZES

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Regardless of the size… they’re all big enough for any size Doodle and a worthy investment.

THROW THEM IN THE WASHING MACHINE AND CALL IT GOOD! Also Great in the Car or Truck…after a romp at the beach or lake! 

BREWSKI AND CHEWIE ON THEIR SOGGY DOGGY RUG IN THE CAR

ANOTHER BRAND – MY DOGGY PLACE:

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NuVet Plus K-9 Vitamins

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I HIGHLY RECOMMEND the Nuvet vitamins and it actually took a lot for them to convince me to promote their product… I tried it for a year myself before I decided to continue to use it with my dogs and puppies or recommend it my families. I would  not recommend or use snake oil.

Nuvet is recommended to boost your dogs immune system and keep your puppy healthy with a beautiful thick coat. I use this with all my dogs and I highly recommend you give your puppy this supplement once you bring them home.

TO READ WHY I USE NUVET AND MORE INFO ON THEIR PRODUCTS:CLICK HERE!

Follow the link to order online: http://www.nuvet.com.

OR you can order by calling 800-474-7044 and then give them the Dreamydoodles promo code 25290

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CRATES, BABY GATES AND PUPPY PENS

Midwest Dog Crates for Labradoodle and Aussiedoodle puppies

For our Aussiedoodle and Labradoodle Puppies I recommend the Midwest iCrate Single-Door Pet Crate or the Midwest Life Stages Double-Door Pet Crate

Using a dog crate as a house-training tool is JUST SMART…

Just like we use cribs for our human babies.. We use crates for our fur babies! Simple as that.

✔  Not only do Dog Crates keep your puppy safe and help with potty training but crate training is also helpful at avoiding separation anxiety issues from developing because crate training teaches puppies how to self soothe and learn to feel safe and content even when left alone.

You wouldn’t let your human toddler crawl all over the house while you slept or worked…please don’t let your puppy!
I honestly believe Crate training is a win-win for both the family and YOUR PUPPY!

Crates should only be used for VERY short periods of time (based on age). Once potty training is completed you can leave the crate door open and belive it or not.. they’ll STILL use it as their safe place to hang out and sleep… if you’ve done it cotrectly.

Dreamydoodle puppies sharing their crate..door left wide open and they still love it

Dreamydoodle puppies sharing their crate..door left wide open and they still love it

Crate Training Basics

Crate training your puppy….if done correctly and used as a temporary training tool then using a crate is not mean or abusive however, if used incorrectly or to the extreme it can be.. so PLEASE do your research on HOW TO CRATE TRAIN

The purpose of a crate is to use the canines natural instincts to keep where they sleep clean. Dogs are Den Animals by Nature.

The crate should be large enough for the puppy or dog to stand up without having to hunch, lie on his side with legs outstretched, and turn around with ease and no more or less… a if you give them too much space in their crate… your puppy will arrange his crate to have both a bedroom and a bathroom.

*puppies can go twice as long at night.. IF you have them on a good potty and feeding schedule.

MORE CRATE TRAINING POSTS:

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The same crate can be used from Puppy to Adulthood by using the divider

The same crate can be used from Puppy to Adulthood by using the divider (included)

Puppy in his Crate using the Divider...(included with crate)

Aussie Labradoodle Puppy in his Crate using the Divider…(included with crate)

Standard Size Aussiedoodle – Crate Sizes:

For Dreamydoodle Standard Aussiedoodles – I recommend buying the 36 inch size crate.

For Our Multigen Labradoodle Males I would go with the 42 inch size crate.

Midwest iCrate Single-Door Metal Dog Crate (30 Inches by 19 Inches by 21 Inches) PUPPY SIZE AMAZON PRIME

Midwest iCrate Single-Door Pet Crate (36 Inches by 24 Inches by 27 Inches) MEDIUM ADULT SIZE AMAZON PRIME

Midwest iCrate Single Door Pet Crate (42 x 30 x 28 inches) LARGE ADULT SIZE AMAZON PRIME

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Mini Aussiedoodle – Crate Size:

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The above size should work perfect for all our puppies as puppies but until adulthood for our mini aussiedoodles only.

Midwest iCrate Single-Door Folding Metal Dog Crate (30 Inches by 19 Inches by 21 Inches) ADULT SIZE FOR MINIS AMAZON PRIME

Midwest iCrate Single-Door Folding Metal Dog Crate (24 x 18 x 19 inches) PUPPY SIZE FOR MINIS AMAZON PRIME

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There are single door options and a double door options. The double door one has a door on the side and in the front. I just get the single door for the Puppy Size crates but for the adult size I like the option of the double door.

Plastic or Metal Dog Crates?

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because they can be sectioned off into appropriately-sized spaces (using the included metal divider) while your puppy grows, and are easier to store and MUCH easier to clean since they also have the removable plastic tray in the bottom. The plastic style crates are good too but really best used for travel. 

YOUR CRATE SETUP AND LOCATION

I like to put a blanket over the metal crates to give it more of a den like “feel” which puppies do seem to like when sleeping but I recommend removing the blanket during the day so they can feel more apart of whats going on in the household while crated .

Also make sure to keep you’re crate wherever you’re family socializes the most during the day and you can always move it to your room at night if that seems to help calm them the first couple nights of training, which is usually the longest it takes to get most puppies to relax and sleep without whining in the crate at night… IF YOU’RE CONSISTENT. Don’t Give Up!

I also recommend starting crate training during the day so you’re not up all night the first couple of days of training and during their last play and potty break for the day,wear them out good so they’re ready for sleep. Not hard to accomplish! 

Crate ready to go.. we put a toy and towel or baby blanket in the crate with your puppy. Nothing else is allowed.

Petmate Sky Kennel for Pets for dogs 25 to 30-Pounds – Product Dimensions: 28 x 20.5 x 21.5 inches

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The X-Pen Potty Training Solution

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Do You Work During the Day?

For people who work or for those people who can not take their new puppy out every 2-3 hours because they work, I do recommend they use a contained area with access to a litter box or potty area until they’re old enough to hold it for the full 8 hours in a crate. You can use either baby gates or an x-pen with a crate inside of it to contain your puppy in a small area. I like to put a plastic tarp (as seen in this picture below) under the x-pen. You can either use a puppy potty box or a doggy lawn.. they have artificial and real grass options.

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Pet Supplies New Puppy Pet Lawns

PetSafe Pet Loo Portable Indoor/Outdoor Dog Potty, Alternative to Puppy Pads, 3 Size Options for Small to Large Breeds

THIS ONE HAS THE BEST CUSTOMER REVIEWS.. READ THE AMAZON REVIEWS FOR THESE HERE!

Buy it on Amazon!

WHAT ABOUT PUPPY PADS? 

Young puppies tend to chew up the puppy pads which causes a huge mess and may also encourage them to continue to pee on absorbent like materials as adults..Not good, so the grass patches sure would be nice I assume if they’re cared for properly they could work for short periods of time..

X-Pen for puppies

WHAT YOU NEED FOR THIS SETUP

THE EXERCISE PEN (X-Pen)

Midwest Black E-Coat Exercise Pen, 24″H x 8 x 24″W

Buy it on Amazon!

OR THIS ONE….

*I have also purchased both of these wire pens and both work just as well this next one is just more sturdy and will probably last longer (the picture below on the right was just for fun and is not this pen..well, I don’t think so..looks a lot like it)

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BestPet Heavy Duty Pet Playpen Dog Cat Fence B Exercise Pen, 24-Inch, Black

AMAZON PRIME

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Plastic Puppy X-Pens

I HAVE ONE OF THESE PLASTIC PENS AS WELL…I like to use these in the house when people come over to meet our puppies and the 4 panel one al is going to be WAY too small even for the mini puppies. 

I like the shorter 24 inch tall Iris plastic pen because I can easily put down food and scoop my puppies out and you can get the panel add on (which comes with 2 panels or you can add more if you like)

IRIS 2-Panel Add-On Kit For The Expandable Pet Pen – 24 inch tall

24 Inch Tall Iris Plast Xpen - 4 panel setup with additional 2 Panel Extension Add-On

24 Inch Tall Iris Plast Xpen – 4 panel setup with additional 2 Panel Extension Add-On

Iris Puppy Xpen 8 panel setup - 34 inches tall

Iris Puppy Xpen 8 panel setup – 34 inches tall

IRIS Indoor/Outdoor Plastic Pet Pen with 4 Panels 24 inch tall

IRIS Plastic Pen with 8 panels with optional extra 2 panel add-on 34 inch tall

  • Includes 8 interlocking panels made from commercial-grade plastic
  • Hinged access doggy door with double steel latches
  • Easy assembly; suitable for indoor or outdoor use
  • Measures 63 by 63 by 34 Inch

*4 PANELS IS WAY TO SMALL AROUND BUT IS A NICE HEIGHT SO YOU SHOULD EITHER GO WITH THE TALLER 8 PANEL SETUP OR THE SHORTER 4 PANEL SETUP WITH THE 2 EXTRA PANELS – THE 34 INCH TALL ONE IS REALLY HARD TO REACH DOWN INTO BUT DOES HAVE A DOGGY DOOR OPENING

AMAZON PRIME

Buy it on Amazon!


TARPS FOR UNDER YOUR X-PEN TO PROTECT YOUR FLOOR

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(A MUST HAVE IF YOU WANNA SAVE YOUR FLOORS)

8′ X 10′ Waterproof Poly Tarps

AMAZON PRIME

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Puppy Go Here Dog Litter Pan – 24″ X 20″ X 5″

I like this litter pan because its BIGGER THEN MOST! 

  • Designed just for dogs.
  • Great alternative for working families, or apartment living.
  • Helps to avoid accidents: the puppy always has a place to go, when you can’t take them out.
  • Choice of pan based on the size of your dog.
  • Easy to use training guide included.
 Puppy Go Here Dog Litter Pan – 24″ X 20″ X 5″ AMAZON PRIME


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  • Train your dog to use a litter pan!
  • Secondnature Dog Litter’s absorbent paper pellets with odor control designed especially for use in housetraining your dog to use a litter pan
  • Includes a free second nature Training Guide in the bag
  • Made of recycled materials

Second Nature Dog Litter, 25-Pound

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NOT INTO THE CRATE OR X-PEN IDEA?

YOU CAN TRY POOCHIE BELLS…

A lot of our families use these Poochie Bells with GREAT success but almost all of them have ALSO used the bells along side Crate or X-pen training or after their puppies were basically potty trained but they just needed the puppy to learn how to notify them (not all puppies will naturally bark or whine and will just ‘go’ if you’re not able to read their subtle body language or their not on a strict schedule).  

Teaching your puppy how to notify you when they have to “go potty” is sometimes HALF the battle.

However,  I don’t recommend using ONLY Poochie Bells in your potty training toolbox BUT if you’re dead set on NOT using any type of containment area or crate to Potty Train your puppy then you’re gonna need to be EXTRA consistent, constantly have eyes on your puppy,  know how to read their “gotta go” body language and follow a strict feeding and potty schedule and also be home all day in order to avoid potty accidents. Not impossible just much harder. 

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HOW TO MEASURE YOUR DOG FOR A CRATE

How to Measure your Dog for a Dog Crate

How to Measure your Dog for a Dog Crate – Click image for larger view

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Recommended Puppy Gates

IF YOU HAVE A PUPPY YOU NEED PUPPY GATES!!

Once I found these extra tall metal baby gates!  I was SOLD FOR LIFE! But believe me I wasted a bunch of money on crappy ones first.

Hopefully, this list will save you from wasting your money like I did so many times ..

When you have the right tools & setup… life with A PUPPY becomes 100% easier.

Extra Tall Carson Dog Gate

AMAZON LINK: Carlson Extra-Tall Walk-Thru Gate with Cat Door (MINE)AMAZON PRIME

They come with one extender piece and then you can also buy extra extensions. Carlson Extra Tall Gate Extension

Carlson 0930PW Extra-Wide Walk-Thru Gate (SHORTER ONE)

Carlson Extra-Wide Walk-Thru Gate

AMAZON LINK: Carlson Extra-Wide Walk-Thru Gate (THE SHORTER ONE FOR WIDE DOORWAYS)AMAZON PRIME

Buy it on Amazon!

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Best Cleaning Supplies for Pet Owners

Mopnado Mop

The Mopnado is HEAVEN SENT!!! If you have a dog or a puppy and need a mop this is the Queen of Mops! By the way I only give these kind of product recommendations after I’ve tried it myself and I believe my families would benifit from them. I don’t pick products just willy nilly. It’s taken me years to create this puppy supply list for my families (I hope people find it useful)  ❤

I got this mop on Amazon (as usual) and it comes with 2 Microfiber Mop Heads and 1 scrub brush and the awesome and sturdy spin bucket. It’s well worth the price!

The Mopnado Mop on Amazon!

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Here is a video of ME showing you how to use The Mopnado

Another can’t live without cleaning tool…

Nature’s Miracle Stain and Odor Remover (24 oz Spray- 2 Pack)

 Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover (24 oz Spray- 2 Pack)

Bacteria-based formula produces enzymes when it comes in contact with Bio material to help remove organic pet stains and odors. From stinky yellow pet urine and feces to vomit and other organic spills, this tackles them all.

Buy it on Amazon!

Another REALLY good urine odor remover but more expensive is:

Rocco & Roxie Professional Strength Stain & Odor Eliminator

Rocco & Roxie Pet Stain and Odor Eliminator

Enzyme-Powered Pet Odor & Stain Remover for Dog and Cats Urine

For use on carpets, floors, furniture, clothing, litter boxes, kennels, carriers, all pet living and sleeping areas — anywhere stains happen.

Buy it on Amazon!

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*Recommended Beds (I’ve personally used)

I like these beds because they’re are all sturdy but cheap puppy beds so if they chew it up or soil it you can buy a new one or just wash it and you didn’t lose a bunch of money….

  • DO NOT BUY A FANCY,  EXPENSIVE DOG BED UNTIL YOU’RE PAST THE PUPPY STAGE…

DOG BEDS THAT FIT THE DOG CRATE

HappyCare Textiles Reversible Rectangle Pet Bed with Dog Paw Printing Medium size

HappyCare Textiles Reversible Rectangle Pet Bed with Dog Paw Printing Medium size AMAZON PRIME

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Midwest Quiet Time Swirl Deluxe Pet BedAMAZON PRIME

2 in 1 All Season Crate Bedding - Fits Midwest Crates - by Pet Dreams

2 in 1 All Season Crate Bedding – Fits Midwest Crates – by Pet Dreams

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Midwest 24-By-18-Inch Quiet Time Bolster Pet Bed, FleeceAMAZON PRIME

These ONES fits perfect in your crate but a standard size pillow will work just as well for a puppy.

AKC Casablanca Round Solid Pet BedAMAZON PRIME

I like these beds because they’re are all sturdy but cheap puppy beds so if they chew it up or soil it you can buy a new one or just wash it and you didn’t lose a bunch of money….

All the Available Best Amazon Puppy Beds

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ORTHOPEDIC XL MEMORY FOAM DOG BED:

I got this fancy bed for my girls and they LOVE it. I put it in the corner of my living room and that is their “Place” and now when I say “Crate” ever since I took my super XXL large crate out of the living room they just go to the bed instead and all 3 girls do fit on it. 🙂 WAIT UNTIL POTTY TRAINING IS OVER FOR THIS ONE! 

Heavy Duty XL Waterproof Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Bed with Denim cover + Free Bonus Case, Fit 48″X30″ CrateAMAZON PRIME

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PUPPIES LOVE BLANKIES <3

Puppies love to cuddle up with a super soft blanket and I purchased these on Amazon and they were a hit. Highly Recommended.
They have a couple different prints some not as expensive as others but all the same quality! I have linked the best deal.

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“Tuuka found his Monkey Blankie, after not having it for a couple of months, & and still loves it!!”
– from Susan (Tuuka’s Mom)

Get yours on Amazon: 

Bedtime Originals Jungle Buddies Velour Sherpa Blanket

Bedtime Originals Jungle Buddies Velour Sherpa BlanketAMAZON PRIME

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30x30 Inch Plush Fleece Baby Blanket - Assorted Colors Polka Dot Blankets by bogo Brands (Blue)

Chewie and his Polka Dotted Fleece Blanket

Luvable Friends Dot Print Fleece Blanket – 30×36

AMAZON PRIME

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Going Somewhere?

Road Trip Puppy Tools!

Bonve Pet Dog Seat Cover - Waterproof Pets Car Seat Covers Liner with 2 Adjustable Pet Car Seats Safety Belts

Bonve Pet Dog Seat Cover - Waterproof Pets Car Seat Covers Liner with 2 Adjustable Pet Car Seats Safety Belts

Bonve Pet Dog Seat Cover – Waterproof Pets Car Seat Covers Liner with 2 Adjustable Pet Car Seats Safety Belts

– With Seat Anchors for Cars, Trucks, and Suv’s – Black, WaterProof & Non-Slip Backing.

  • Built-in Openings for your Seatbelts.

Buy it on Amazon!AMAZON PRIME

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Cutest picture ever but obviously not practical…. BUT you can order these dog seat belt connectors BELOW on Amazon TO SNAP ONTO YOUR DOGS COLLAR and into your seat belt connector!

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Seatbelt Connector AMAZON PRIME

(best used with a harness)

Recommended Collars and Leashes

Mighty Paw Rope Dog Leash, Premium Climbers Rope, 6 Foot Long with Reflective Stitching, Climbers Carabiner Clip

Mighty Paw Rope Dog Leash, Premium Climbers Rope, 6 Foot Long with Reflective Stitching, Climbers Carabiner Clip

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Hands Free Leash (nice for jogging and even basic umbilical style puppy training around the House)AMAZON PRIME

PetSafe Martingale collar

TRAINER RECOMMENDED – Recommended by dog trainers for gentle control while your dog is on leash, unlike traditional choke collars that use uncontrolled force to correct negative behaviors.

Pet Safe Nylon Martingale Dog Collar – Small AMAZON PRIME

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Training Clicker with Wrist StrapAMAZON PRIME

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Loops 2 Double Handle Nylon Leash, 6-Foot, RedAMAZON PRIME

**Do not use retractable leashes. They’re dangerous and limits your control.

With Walks Comes… Poop so you’re gonna need some of these too…

AmazonBasics Dog Waste Bags with Dispenser and Leash Clip

Amazon Basics Dog Waste Bags with Dispenser and Leash Clip

You get 900 Black poop bags! That should last you a month at least!  😉 

Amazon Best Seller Badge

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KEEPING YOUR PUPPY SAFE…

Please microchip your puppies and dogs. It is heartbreaking to lose a pet and this is another layer of safety precautions you need to put in place to make sure it doesn’t happen to you. First step is to have a name tag and collar on your dog at all times but collars can come off or be taken off… a microchip lasts a lifetime and can not be removed.

HomeAgain Microchip Implant Kit (preloaded)

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HomeAgain Microchip Implant Kit on Amazon!

HomeAgain Microchip Implant Kit

CUSTOM NAME TAGS

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CNATTAGS – Stainless Steel with Enamel Pet ID Tags Round Paw Print

HomeAgain Microchip Implant Kit

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Giving a Doodle Puppy a Bath

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Having the right TOOLS can make your life and the life of your puppy so much easier!!

Showering you Doodle..

Rinse Ace 3 Way Pet Shower Sprayer with 8 foot Hose

I could honestly NOT LIVE WITHOUT MY SHOWER HOSE when it comes time to wash my Doodles and Poodles!!!!

Shower Hose for Grooming Dogs Rince Ace Pet Faucet Sprayer

Rinse Ace 3 Way Faucet Sprayer on Amazon!

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Tear Free Gentle Puppy Shampoo

Wahl Puppy Shampoo

  • Cornflower and aloe
  • Smells Fantastic, Great Price
  • Gentle formula, no tears
  • Great shampoo for first puppy baths
  • Just Read the reviews on Amazon!

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BRUSHING YOUR LABRADOODLE..

My #1 recommended grooming tool for Doodle owners is the…

The Chris Christensen Long Pin Slicker Brush

The Slicker Brush, steal Comb and a good Dematting tool are gonna be your “Doodles Coat Care Must Haves”…

Chris Christensen Long Pin Slicker Brush

This brush is considered the absolute best by every groomer and Doodle breeder/owner I’ve ever met (including me). The cost may deter you, especially when other slicker brushes are so much cheaper, but every part of this brush is designed to make grooming comfortable for your dog. I use this brush on every single dog in my pack without worrying about brush burn, and it’s a miracle dematting tool. 

The Chris Christensen Long Pin Slicker Brush

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Get a Slicker Brush
You’ll need a good slicker brush. A slicker is simply a brush that’s dense with very thin (but strong) bendable pins. Having hundreds of pins close together works at separating hairs, which demats your dog as you brush.

Bendable and Smooth Pins
Higher end slicker brushes have very flexible and smooth pins. When you brush your dog the pins bend back, easing up on the applied pressure and stopping them from irritating your dogs skin.

Get a Handle on Things
The handle needs to be comfortable to hold. When you brush dogs for living like I do, it makes a BIG difference. Also you’ll need something that is durable and won’t break when it’s inevitably dropped.

Avoid Cheap Imitations
I know it’s tempting to try a cheap version, but it’s better in the long run to get a good brush. Why? Because the pins on cheap brushes will be stiff and sharp which hurts your dog, the handle will break, and the bristles will wear out in no time. You’ll actually save money buying one good brush over a dozen cheaply made ones.

Finishing
Make sure you dog is 100% mat free with a simple and very cheap tool. In comes the Greyhound Comb to save the day. Gently glide through their coat to “seek and destroy” any of those hidden mats the slicker couldn’t quite reach.

Andis Steel Grooming Comb

Andis Steel Grooming Comb

Andis Steel Grooming Comb – I call this my “seek and destroy” tool, I glide through their coat with the long pinned Andis comb to find any hidden mats. It’s perfect for finishing your dog and making sure they’re 100% clear and free of tangles.

Buy The Andis Steel Grooming Comb on Amazon! 

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Parti Multigen Labradoodles

Dematting Combs! A MUST HAVE For Every DOODLE Owner!

Recommended Tool for ALL Doodle owners especially if you don’t wanna invest in the Chris Christensen Slicker Brush (which also doubles as a dematting tool!) 

Dematting Comb for Labradoodles

GoPets Dematting Comb with 2 Sided Professional Grooming Rake

Buy the GoPets Dematting Comb on Amazon! 

GoPets Dematting Comb with 2 Sided Professional Grooming Rake

MATS – The most common mistake made when grooming a Doodle or Poodle is to brush over the top but not get in underneath and close to the skin. It can be quite shocking to discover that although your dog looks beautiful ‘on top’ underneath there is a whole nest of matting you haven’t even noticed or you think isn’t that bad then you take them into the groomers for the first time and the groomer says…

Sorry, we had no choice but to shave them to the skin because they had mats“.

Yep, so Goodbye to that cute Teddy Bear look for at least the next 2 months. Groomer already spend a good 2-4 hours on a regular groom and they will refuse to comb out mats by hand…. believe me they don’t get paid enough because this is a huge job even when the matts are not that bad so give your groomer a break and help them out.

You HAVE to keep on top of it yourself by using a slicker brush and dematting comb (when necessary). You can comb out their ears, tails, hips, bodies and feet etc…once a week and save them from being shaved with these 2 SIMPLE and EASY TOOLS!

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This is not an abused Doodle off the street… just a regular Doodle who probably wasn’t combed properly for the past few months. His owners probably couldn’t even tell he was matted this bad because they can hide it very well!!

Believe me I have blushed myself in a few groomers offices when I first started owning Doodles myself. SO EMBARRASSING!!!! AND I felt horrible for my dog! I just had no idea it got so bad so fast!

You wanna save your Doodles Cute Teddy Bear coat?

Buy a Slicker Brush and a Dematting comb!!

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TROPICLEAN DEMATTING SPRAY

TropiClean Tangle Remover for Dogs

  • Remove mats, tangles, undercoat, and loose hair from your pet’s coat
  • No need to ever shave your pet again

Use the Tropiclean D-Mat brush out solution to cut your brushing time in half, while reviving damaged coats, restoring elasticity, and leaving hair with a healthy shine. 

TropiClean D-Mat Pet Tangle Remover on Amazon!

DOODLE EAR CARE IS SO IMPORTANT! 

Their Ears MUST to be kept clean and free of hair. The hair needs to be plucked out every month. It’s easy to do and only takes a few minutes. Get your puppy used to it from day one.. you don’t need to pluck the hair from day one but just get them used to the idea of you messing with their ears so when the time comes they will not be as concerned.

EAR CLEANER FOR DOODLES

The ear care cleaner I trust and use the most is the Epi-Otic Ear Cleanser.  It was first recommended to me by my Veterinarian and it has been part of my grooming toolbox ever since. 

Epiotic Ear Cleaner for Dogs

Zymox Otic Pet Ear Treatment with Hydrocortisone

Zymox Otic Dog Ear TreatmentI love Zymox because it WORKS! Dare I say.. even better than some of the medications you get from the vets. I highly recommend every doodle owner have some of this on hand just in case.

  • For treating inflammation of the external ear caused by bacterial, viral, and yeast infections
  • Contains no antibiotics
  • Destroys antibiotic-resistant organisms

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Dreamydoodles Aissiedoodle Finley blowing minds everywhere he goes..

Dreamydoodles Chocolate Aussiedoodle Finley! You know this guy needs good grooming tools!

More Can’t Live without Grooming supplies for the Doodle Owner..

WANNA LEARN TO GROOM YOUR DOODLE YOURSELF?

Invest in a nice set of Clippers like the Andis Super 2-Speed AG Clipper w/#10 Blade and learn to use them, this can save you hundreds of dollars but you might have to submit your poor dog to some pretty funny haircuts in the beginning believe me I know from personal experience and so do my poor humiliated dogs

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Shampoos and Conditioners I like..

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I love these brands of shampoos and conditioners. They ALL make my dogs coats really soft and manageable (as manageable as a dogs coat can be!) plus they all smell REALLY good which is super important to me!

A Great Video on Labradoodle Grooming

The clipper she’s using in the video are the Wahl Professional 2 Speed Corded Clipper Kit

Bonve Pet – Dog Nail Clippers / Trimmer with Safety Guard

 

These kind of dog nail clippers are great because the guard stops you from clipping the nails too short and having a bloody and painful experience for your puppy or dog. If you cut too short and clip the nail’s “quick” (the flesh area under the root of the nail) it will bleed. You can use the guard on these to make it MUCH easier and just snip the tip-off the nail. When you got a wiggley puppy these are super helpful.

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Small Nail Clippers for Puppies and Toy/Mini Doodles

Small Dog Nail Clipper

When it comes downs to it, all dogs need their nails trimmed on a regular basis. You don’t want them to be too long or too short, and a healthy nails will slightly touch the ground as your dog walks. The nails of active dogs can gradually trim from walking on pavement, but dogs who aren’t as active should receive trimmings more frequently.

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Microchips – Homeagain

HomeAgain Microchip Implant Kits on Amazon. Easy to administrator and register. Compatible with all microchip readers. *You don’t need to pay for the yearly membership with Homeagain. The initial registration includes all your contact info and is saved into the registrar forever and regardless if you pay their yearly membership fees.

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Training Tools For Puppies

Rasta and Ivy - Standard Poodle Puppies Training

Rasta and Ivy – Standard Poodle Puppies Training

What you need for training basic obedience commands.

  • Hand Signals – Learn them they work like magic
  • Training treats (SEE BELOW)
  • Dog Training Clicker
  • Leash and collar
  • Your voice
  • A class or some instruction like a book or DVD on training. There are some great videos on Youtube. (I find that weekly puppy classes also will help to motivate you and are great for socialization) I also have tons of helpful puppy training posts on this website… just use the search box in the upper right hand corner to find what you’re looking for.)

MY FAV PUPPY TRAINING TREATS

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Zuke’s Mini Naturals Dog Treats, Roasted Chicken Recipe – Grain Free 

(all the puppy supplies on this page have free shipping for amazon prime members)

Bil-Jac Little Jacs Small Dog Treat – Liver – 10 oz
(Over 300 treats)

I like the BilJac Little Jacs training treats for training. I like them because their small and the dogs LOVE them and will work for you to get them.

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Canine Equipment Carry-all Treat Bags

Recommended Puppy Chews and Toys

Try to stay away from rawhide & go for the natural bones if possible… Never feed cooked bones to your dogs or puppies. Some RAW bones are OK.

Xmas Toys - Mattie- Standard Aussiedoodle

Xmas Toys – Mattie- Standard Aussiedoodle

My Dogs Must Have Chew Toys

Elk Antlers!!!!

Antlers Last Forever but are kinda Spendy but Worth it because they last for months!

Antler Chews – These can be more money than your regular dog bones but they also last 100X longer. I highly recommend all dog owners invest in Antlers for their dogs, your dogs will love you for it!

AWESOME!!! Natural bones and Antlers are the way to go. 

NOT RECOMMENDED FOR YOUNG PUPPIES – WAIT UNTIL AFTER 6 MONTHS OLD AND THEIR ADULT TEETH COME IN

Elk Antlers for Dogs and Puppies

Jim Hodges Dog Training – Grade A Premium Quality Elk Antlers for Dogs – Long Lasting Natural Alternative to Chew Toys, Bully Sticks, Bones, Jerky Treats, Rawhide – Made in USA – All Sizes Whole & Split.

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Himalayan Dog Chew

Himalayan Dog ChewThe Himalayan Dog Chew last forever and are made by boiling yak and cows milk. Dogs must work the end of for hours, softening it with their mouths before small parts of it can be slowly scraped off. It’s also 100-percent natural with no preservatives. For dogs 65 lbs and under. 

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NylaBones

Nyla bones are fake bones but fun and of course last forever… Unless they bury them!

NylaBone Puppy Pack

Nylabone Just For Puppies Starter Kit Bone Puppy Dog Chew Toys

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Puppy Teething Ring

Puppy Teething Rings

N-Bone 6-pack Puppy Teething Ring, Chicken Flavor

  • Calcium helps maintain healthy teeth and bones
  • DHA Omega 3 helps promote healthy cognitive development
  • Pliable texture is safe for puppy’s new teeth and helps soothe teething pain and sore gums. 

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Dental Care and Greenies!

Next Level Pet Premium Triple Toothbrush Value Pack, Dog & Cat Approved, Toothpaste Recipes, Medium, 3 Count

Dog Toothbrush Set: Next Level Pet Premium Triple Toothbrush Value Pack, Dog & Cat Approved,  3 Count

Buy it on Amazon!

 

Tooth Paste for your Dog? YES!

SENTRY Petrodex Enzymatic Toothpaste for Dogs

SENTRY Petrodex Enzymatic Toothpaste for Dogs

  • Helps control plaque
  • Fights Bad Breath
  • Poultry Flavor

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Greenie’s chews are another option for keeping your dogs teeth sparkle and breathe fresh!

Greenies Chews for puppies and dogs teeth!

Greenies Dental Chews for Dogs, Regular, Pack of 27

(keeps their teeth clean, recommended for puppies 6 months plus)

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PUPPY TOYS

 

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Puppies will eat your shoes if there’s not enough things for them to play with….so stock up and don’t give them an excuse to use your favorite shoes as a teething ring

 

Teaching Puppies to Play Ball!

The Nero Ball Classic TM - K-9 Ball On a Rope Reward and Exercise Toy

The Nero Ball Classic TM – K-9 Ball On a Rope Reward and Exercise Toy

Puppies do not automatically know how or even love to play fetch. This is something you will have to train them to do and enjoy and this toy makes it fun for you as well.

They have an indoor version as well listed below.. my favorite! 

 

Chuckit! INDOOR BALLS

  Chuckit! Indoor Ball -  Aussiedoodle Bella's Favorite Ball!

Chuckit! Indoor Ball – Aussiedoodle Bella’s Favorite Ball! Plus Bone? 

  Chuckit! Indoor Ball

 

I love the Chuckit! Indoor Balls. This is Aussiedoodle Bella FAVORITE TOY she loves her BIG ball! Best Dog present ever.. these balls are great and STURDY! They also last FOREVER! They do get dirty but that’s because they get used a LOT!

Chuckit Balls

Here is one of our mini aussdoodles with one of the indoor Chuckit balls.. All our Dogs and Puppies LOVE THESE TOYS!


Indoor Chuckit Launcher and Roller Ball

Chuckit! Indoor Roller and Launcher

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Chuckit! Indoor Roller (alone)

Chuckit! Indoor Roller

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Aussiedoodle Kula at 12 wks old with his Chuckit Roller Ball

Aussiedoodle Kula at 12 wks old with his Chuckit Roller Ball


2-in-1 Fun Skin Stuffless Dog Squeak Toy

Best Pet Supplies 2-in-1 Fun Skin Stuffless Dog Squeak ToyPuppies LOVE Little stuffed animals and are great toy for puppies.. small ones and big ones a like.. if you still have some laying around.. my dogs actually love Beanie babies and they work perfect for both puppies and adults! I’ve never had one break open either. But these stuffless ones are great for heavy chewers!  

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KONG SQUEAK AIR BALL & ROPE TOYS

Kong Squeakair Rope and Ball ToyKONG Squeakair

Speaking of Kong the brand… my dogs and puppies have never really liked the original fill-able KONG Chews that are SO POPULAR. I hear everyone rave about them..except for my dogs. This is one Kong brand toy however that mine do play with.

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I recommend one main thing in regards to dog food brands and that is that I do prefer an all life stages formula for my large breed puppies because of how fast they grow… the rest is really up to you. I have posted many posts on my Puppy Blog about the best and worst dog food brands that I recommend people take a look at before deciding on a dog food brand.

Check out my Worst and Best Dog Food and Best Dog Food – Reviews

Canidae – All Life Stages

canidae dog food all life stagesCanidae Dry Dog Food for All Life Stages, Chicken, Turkey, Lamb and Fish, 44-PoundAMAZON PRIME

Click the link below to see how much it costs to feed your puppy 2 1/2 cups a day. Do your own calculation using the Canidae.com Feeding Cost Calculator

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Taste of the Wild Dry Dog Food, Hi Prairie Canine Formula with Roasted Bison & Venison, 30-Pound BagAMAZON PRIME
 
Free shipping (3 days) for Amazon Prime members

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Diamond Naturals Dry Food for Puppy, Large Breed Lamb and Rice Formula, 40 Pound BagAMAZON PRIME
 (10lbs more than Taste of the Wild.. and made by the same company) 
Free shipping (3 days) for Amazon Prime members

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GROCERY STORE BRAND I ACTUALLY LIKE IS PURINA PRO PLAN AND PURINA ONE 


We actually recommend a lot of different dogs foods currently on the market and we recommend that you do your own research. Try visiting the website called http://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/best-dog-foods/

READ OUR Blog  POST LABELED BEST LARGE BREED PUPPY FOOD BRANDS AND BEST AND WORST DOG FOOD BRANDS!

Raw Dog Food & Meal Toppers

You can also use a meal topper like Stella and Chewy’s – raw dehydrated chicken meal topper mixed in with their kibble and warm water.
This one is JUST chicken freeze dried whole pieces. They also sell dehydrated chicken patties. This helps to make their dog food more appealing while also adding more calories and nutrients.

Stella and Chewys Chicken Meal Toppers for DogsBuy it on Amazon!

Another option is the Honest Kitchen Raw dehydrated dog food... which makes a type of mush you can mix in with warm water and your dogs kibble.  Even my picky girls will lick the bowl clean!

Honest Kitchen Raw Dehydrated Chicken food for dogs

A 10 lb box makes 40 lbs of dog food.  Mixed with kibble even more. 

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Dog Food Bowls

PetFusion – Premium Brushed Stainless Steel Bowls

PetFusion Premium Brushed Stainless Steel BowlNone of our local pet stores, chain or locally owned, seems to carry the basic, undecorated metal pet food bowls any more. I throw them in the dishwasher and I wanted durable bowls that don’t chip, flake paint, or have anything come off in the wash. I checked on Amazon and found that several still can be found. 

 

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Stainless Steel Dog BowlsOurPets Premium DuraPet Dog Bowl

  • Permanently-bonded rubber ring on bottom of bowl
  • Reduces noise while pet is eating
  • Stainless steel bowls
  • Scratch-resistant and crack-proof
  • Dishwasher-safe

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Zukes Natural Grain Free – Dog Treats and Dental Chews

I personally love the fact Zukes are grain free and my dogs love them too and YES even the berry treats and bones they have!!

Zuke’ Jerky Naturals Dog Treats, Tender Lamb Recipe 

Zukes Natural Chews for Puppies

Zukes Jerky Natural Bites – Lamb Recipe

Zukes Natural Puppy Treats

Zukes Puppy Naturals – Pork and Chickpeas Treats

 

Zukes Mini Dental Chews for Puppies

Zuke’s Z-Bones Edible Grain-Free MINI Dental Chews, Clean Berry Crisp, Mini BONE Shape – 18 Count

Zukes Lil Links Treats for Puppies

Zukes Lil Links – Chicken and Apple Recipe

  • Real meat is the #1 ingredient
  • Made with wholefood fruits & veggies and seasoned with savory herbs
  • No mystery meats, by-product meals, artificial colors, flavors or added animal fat
  • Grain-free recipe you can feel good about serving to your dog

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I also recommend the following supplements:

I don’t believe in over supplementing my dogs however I do use Nuvet Plus as a daily vitamin and for coat and skin health I use salmon oil. I use a probiotic when their having intestinal issues or if one of my dogs is taking a course of antibiotics. I personally like Fortiflora or Vetri Probiotic BD – these can also be used as a daily supplement.

Keeping Them Healthy:

Vetri Probiotics BD

Vetri Probiotic BD

  • Supports G. I. tract in dogs whose digestive and bowel functions are affected by food sensitivities or infiltration of unwanted bacteria
  • Designed to soothe the digestive tract lining
  • Provides ingredients that support proper immune function and microbial balance

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Coconut Oil

Coconut Oil

The recommended dose is pretty easy; just give a teaspoon of coconut oil per 10 pounds of dog, or you can give a table spoon per 30 pounds. Start with about 1/4 the recommended dosage and build up to the recommended level over 3-4 weeks, as sometimes flu-like symptoms can appear if you go to fast.”

Coconut oil can help aid pets’ digestion, improve their coats, help prevent infection and more. READ MORE AT PETMD

Virgin coconut oil is the richest natural source of Lauric Acid, a medium-chain fatty acid (MCFA). MCFA is responsible for all of its health benefits. Use as a food supplement or applied topically.

Salmon Oil for Skin and Coat Health

Grizzly Salmon Oil

Grizzly Salmon Oil helps relieve dry itchy skin and promotes bright and lustrous coat!

Omega-3 fatty acids are used to increase energy level, improve the immune system, reduce the risk of blood clots, lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels and slow the growth of cancer cells.

Just add a pump of this on their food once a day for a shiny and healthy coat and skin not to mention all the other health benefits.

BUY: Grizzly Salmon Oil For Dogs

Grizzly Salmon Oil

Fortiflora/Probiotics for Dogs

Fortiflora Probiotic for DogsFortiflora CANINE. If you have a dog or puppy suffering from diarrhea or poor intestinal health, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Purina’s Fortiflora for help.  This is what my vet prescribes me. It can be purchased over the counter.

FortiFlora restores the natural balance to your dog’s intestines with its unique microencapsulated live microorganisms.

Contains a guaranteed amount of live active cultures. Contains high levels of antioxidant Vitamins A, E, and C. Promotes a healthy immune system.

You just sprinkle a packet over your dogs food once a day.

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Fortiflora/Probiotics

Puppy Bow Ties

Brewski the Aussiedoodle in his fancy scarves!

DREAMYDOODLE Brewski the Aussiedoodle in his fancy scarves!

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Handmade Puppy Bow Ties & Scarves made by Sarah Yi.. Sarah also happens to own a Dreamydoodle Aussiedoodle named Brewski.
Available on Etsy.com. I highly recommend you check out her online store! https://www.etsy.com/shop/pawfectbowtique

Click Here: Use the code PAWFECT10 promo code for 10% off your first purchase!

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Puppy Training Books and Media

There are so many puppy training books out there and can get a little overwhelming for new puppy owners trying to figure out which ones are truly helpful and which ones are just repeats of the same topics over and over.

Personally, I’ve learned the most about dog training from Cesar Millan. Cesar Millan has several best selling books, a wildly popular TV show and a video series. I really like how he approaches “dog training” and how he’s more focused on teaching dog psychology and why our dogs do what they do and not just teaching commands and tricks.

Cesar's Way: The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding & Correcting Common Dog Problems

At the end of the day I don’t “need” my dog to know how to jump through hoops of fire but I do need them to be happy, healthy and well-behaved and to be able to happily coexsist with me and my human family. I do believe that’s all most families want as well. Knowing how our dogs think and how to read their body language really helps to accomplish this goal.

Cesar’s most popular book is called “Cesar’s Way: The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding & Correcting Common Dog Problems” and taught me alot about raising my pack of dogs!!

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How to Raise the Perfect Dog through Puppyhood and Beyond by Cesar Millan

How to Raise the Perfect Dog through Puppyhood and Beyond by Cesar Millan

I’ve also read Cesar’s book “How to Raise the Perfect Dog: Through Puppyhood and Beyond” and both are great to have and you will for sure learn something helpful and new in both.


Zak George's Dog Training Revolution: The Complete Guide to Raising the Perfect Dog with Love

DOG TRANING REVOLUTION

Another popular dog trainer is Zak George and he has written a great book that teaches you more of the basic dog training commands using clickers and treats and is called “Zak George’s Dog Training Revolution: The Complete Guide to Raising the Perfect Pet with Love“.

You can also visit Zak George’s very popular YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/zakgeorge21

I also HIGHLY recommend checking out Cesar’s Natgeo TV show called “The Dog Whisperer with Cesar Milan”.  Sadly, not available on Netflix.
But I did find some full episodes on DailyMotion.com and you can also visit his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/CesarMillan and of course Amazon. 

Watch the Dog Whisperer on Amazon Prime Video!

Cesar Millan Mastering Leadership Series Six DVD Box Set for Dog Training and Behavior

Cesar Millan also has a 6 DVD series…
Cesar Millan Mastering Leadership FULL Series Six DVD Box Set for Dog Training and Behavior

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Or you can always buy them individually… 

Cesar Millan’s Mastering Leadership Series Volume #6 – Raising the Perfect Puppy

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Puppy Culture: The Powerful First 12 Weeks That Can Shape Your Puppy's Future

Puppy Culture: The Powerful First 12 Weeks That Can Shape Your Puppy’s Future

A new film from Jane Killion, Author of When Pigs Fly: Training Success With Impossible Dogs! Everything you need to know about puppies, broken down into easy-to-digest 5-15 minute lessons.

A Complete Program, From Breeder To Puppy Owner!

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