Dog Necessities: The Ultimate List of Supplies You’ll Need for Your New Pup
To help you prepare for your new pup’s arrival, we’ve come up with a list of dog essentials that we believe every pup parent should have on hand. Many of these items — like food bowls and a safe place to sleep — fall into the “must-have” category, while others — dog bandanas, behavioral aids, etc. — are totally optional.
Food and Water Bowls:
– Stainless steel or ceramic bowls are best for hygiene, as they are easy to clean and disinfect.
– Choose the appropriate size of bowls to meet your dog’s feeding needs.
High-Quality Dog Food:
– Consult your veterinarian to select the best dog food that meets your pup’s nutritional needs based on its age, weight, and activity level.
– Feed your dog the appropriate amount to ensure it receives adequate nutrition.
Collar and Leash:
– Choose a comfortable and durable collar and leash to ensure your dog can walk freely without restriction.
– Select the size that fits your dog’s breed and size.
Sleeping Mat or Dog Bed:
– Provide a safe and comfortable sleeping environment to allow your dog to rest adequately.
– Choose a sleeping mat or dog bed that suits your dog’s size and breed.
Toys:
– Select interactive toys suitable for your dog’s age to meet its exercise and play needs, and enhance its social skills.
– Provide a variety of toys, such as chew toys, plush toys, etc.
Grooming Tools:
– Regularly brush your dog to maintain its coat clean and healthy.
– Choose grooming tools suitable for your dog’s coat type, such as slicker brushes, pet combs, etc.
Cleaning Supplies:
– Prepare appropriate cleaning products, such as dog-specific shampoo, conditioner, disinfectants, etc., to maintain your dog’s daily hygiene.
– Ensure the cleaning products are safe for your dog.
Training Supplies:
– Prepare reward treats and training tools to help your dog learn good behavioral habits.
– Utilize items like training clickers, whistles, etc., along with proper training methods to cultivate your dog’s good manners.
Identification:
– Provide your dog with an ID tag that includes your contact information, in case your dog gets lost.
– You can also consider microchipping your dog to increase the chances of reuniting if it gets lost.
