We welcomed our little bundle of fur home 3 months ago. She was 8 weeks old when we picked her up. There is a whole world of puppy paraphernalia out there, and it can be daunting to know what you need, and what you don’t. This is my guide to must have items for a puppy based on our experience so far and puppy training classes. This is what you need on your new puppy shopping list.
The Basic Must Have Items For A Puppy
Just because it’s the basic stuff doesn’t mean it can’t be fun. There are some amazing small business making beautiful harnesses and leads, and you can get personalised dog bowls and all sorts.
Dog treats and food has also advanced hugely in recent years. It’s a great idea to use their dry food as treats around the home, but use something nice and smelly for when you are out an about where there are lots of distractions. Be careful with treats as a lot of them are weight and age dependent, so always check the packet.
Remember is is a legal requirement for your dog to have an ID tag.
Basic puppy shopping list:
- Bed
- Crate
- Food Bowls
- Collar
- Tag
- Food
- Poo Bags
- Treats
- Lead (short and long)
- Harness
- Water bottle
Things I have bought and loved… (affiliate links)
Fun Must Have Items For A Puppy
I think I could easily spend as much on our Pup this Christmas as I do my kids! There is so much out there. A variety of toys is really important as they do different things. Chew toys to discourage the nipping. Tug toys and balls to burn some enregy. And enrichment toys that engage the dos thinking, such as finding the treats.
Fun stuff puppy shopping list
- Toys
- Neckerchiefs
- Dog Perfume
- Clothing
Things I have bought and loved… (affiliate links)
Practical Must Have Items For a Puppy
There are so many practical things to think of. You’ve got the treats but what are you going to put them in. Same for the toys. Grooming is essential, as is that shampoo when they find a muddy puddle!
Practical puppy shopping list
- Treat Pouch
- Toy Box
- Dog Shampoo
- Grooming Brush
- Seatbelt
- Towel
Things I have bought and loved… (affiliate links)
Other items you may consider
- Odor Spray
- Anti Chew Spray
- Carry Pouch
- Storage containers for treats
- Travel bowl
- Muddy Paw Cleaner
Things I have bought and loved… (affiliate links)
Places to shop
These are some of my favourites…
Grooming – Mikki
Dog Bowls – Eleanor Bowmer
Harness – Charlie & Co or Petsnooze
Harper’s favourites…
Food – Butternut Box
I switched Harper to this a few weeks ago and she gets so excited now at lunch time. She loves it. It’s all really healthy too. You can use my link to get 50% off your first box and 25% off your second: https://butternutbox.com/Claire2583
She loves these toys that look like road kill!!!
Tell me your must have items for your puppy shopping list…
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