Pet dishes don't have to be fancy, but having something with a little extra grip can be very beneficial.
It is best to get a crate for the size your dog will be as an adult, but that also has a divider to reduce space during crate & potty training that can grow with your puppy.
A cuddle dog bed may help your puppy feel more comfortable when decompressing in a new environment. Washability is key. Note, the puppy may also tear it up, so don't spend a ton or switch to towels/blankets
You don't need to spend a fortune on this, it's more about helping the puppy learn to accept, adjust, and tolerate the tool.
It's always best to prepare for the wrost case scenario or unexpected. Metal tags will rings can get caught and pulled off. A tag attached to your puppy's collar, will assist in the puppys safe return.
Gates are always a good idea not only for safety, but also for potty training and preventing unsupervised access thus avoiding bad behaviors from developing.
Socialization starts with helping your puppy feel safe as they discover the world! A stroller gives them a comfortable place to observe new people, sounds, sights, and everyday activity while limiting contact with unfamiliar dogs and ground surfaces. Keep outings short and positive, reward calm curiosity, and give your puppy more distance or a break if they seem worried. Ask your veterinarian which locations are appropriate for their vaccination stage and local disease risks.
A stroller with a detachable carrier can be a versatile investment, making outings and transitions easier as your puppy grows.
Review the proper way to introduce tools to your puppy, using a collar as an example while explaining body language to look for, and provide other steps depending on your dog's consent or comfort with a tool.
For successful potty training, it's imperative to completely remove any potential potty accident scent from the areas.
Not only does this smell great, but it works on pet accidents. A little goes a long way and is great when cleaning all of your hard floor surfaces to ensure every last bit of pet odor is gone. Works great with a steam cleaner.
When accidents happy on bedding or other soft things, regular human detergent will not get the scent out, you need a pet specific laundry cleaner to remove the scent or accidents will keep happening.
Ensuring no pet accident odor lingers around, this UV light can help you pinpoint new accidents or identify old accidents that were never cleaned properly
Save your back and your nose with a metal, durable pooper scooper. Steer clear of plastic ones they don't hold up well in Arizona. I like have the rake option for real grass and the spade for artificial grass pick up.
Necessary for at home or when out and about. I prefer the bags with handles as it makes mess clean up a little cleaner for you with handles to hold onto, or tie onto something until you can throw in the garbage.
A wide variety of toys for your puppy to chew on is great for preventing inappropriate chewing, aids in play, can help drain physical and mental energy.
Kongs are great for freezing, which can feel good for a teething puppy, with peanut butter, plain yogurt etc to keep the puppy busy and working for a while. Or as a quick way to provide some enrichment or redirection for a mouthy puppy.
Remember when you got your adult teeth in how bad your mouth hurt? Well, puppies mouth's also hurt, except they have to break their teeth off for new ones to come in. Frozen toys are great to soothe teeth and gums, or just great from hot AZ summer days.
Snuffle mats can not only slow down a super fast eater, they can also help build scent dectection, problem solving, perserverance and much more. Snuffle matts are both physically and mentally stimulating tiring out your crazy little puppy.
Having a variety of options for stimulation will keep your puppy engaged. Varying activitys from lick mats (can also be frozen to last longer) slow feeders, and food or treat puzzle games not only tire a puppy out but also build skills.
Movable treat dispensing food or treat toys are great at physically and mentally tiring your crazy puppy out. But, engaging in these types of activities can also help build confidence, problem solving, and even help with noise desensitization.
Puppies need a gentle, age-appropriate dog shampoo to protect their skin’s natural oils and reduce the risk of dryness and irritation. You can switch to a milder or more traditional shampoos as your puppy ages.
Edible longer lasting natural chews are great for puppy teething but are also helpful for crate training and relaxation protocols.
Buffalo and lamb horns are great to help a puppy that needs to chew. Steer clear of hard natural chews like antlers as they do not soften and can crack teeth.
During puppihood is a great time to start meaningful touch of key body areas of your puppy including paws. Then slow begin to introduce and desensitize the puppy to a nail grinder or clippers.
Practice good health care and ear touch desensitization with weekly ear cleaning. Always good to keep dirt and debris out of the ears to reduce the chances for ear infections
Your puppy will inevitably get into things, get dirty, or make a mess. Wipes are great to have for those cleanings in between bath times
Picking the proper grooming tools for your dogs coat early on with short daily sessions sets them up for grooming success later on in life while also helping to maintain a healthy coat.
Ease your puppy's transition to their new home with our comforting heartbeat dog toy for puppies. Designed to replicate the reassuring sound of a mother's heartbeat, contains a perfect set of puppy essentials for better sleep and reduced anxiety.
Provides a drug-free way to help dogs feel safe and comfortable at home. Ideal for everyday stress triggers such as separation, loud noises, routine changes, barking, whining, chewing, and indoor accidents.
A new puppy is easily impressionable, the first few months of positive training will help your puppy learn faster if you have valuable rewards on you to reward good behaviors in the moment.
A variety of bite size rewards available and in your treat pouch facilitates relationship building and training with your puppy. Remember to adjust your puppy's meals based on training treat consumption.
A long training line is helpful for potty training, preventing poor household behaviors and can be useful when working on recall and distance training.
Encourages Independent Play and Reduces Boredom Behaviors: The multi-toy layout allows puppies to choose how they interact, supporting independent play instead of relying on constant human involvement. This helps redirect chewing energy away from furniture and supports healthier daily play habits
Burn some of your puppy's energy while you sit on couch. These types of toys, when introduced properly, build confidence, burn off energy, and encourage individual play.
Modified from a traditional cat toy, the puppy flirt pole is designed with dog instincts in mind. While whirling the pole and toy around, you stimulate a dogs instinct to chase, stalk, and capture the toy which is fulfilling for the puppy. This is also a great way to diversify your interactions with your puppy.
Natural pumpkin is a great food additive for inevitable tummy troubles and can firm up stool as your puppy transitions or gets into things that don't agree with them. Of course, excessive vomiting or diarrhea should receive immediate veterinary care.
Carrots provide natural dog digestive support from dog diarrhea, dog constipation relief to dog gas relief. Our carrots are high in beneficial, cleansing fiber and are one of the best meal mixers for dogs you will find in dog health supplies for no scoot for dogs.
Keep an eye on your new puppy, learn their behaviors when you're not around, how they cope when alone, or to ensure the puppy stays out of trouble when out of eyesight.
If your puppy isn't fully vaccinated, get them acclimated to going potty outside on a faux grass or real grass potty patch.
If you have a house with a backyard, you do not need puppy pads. Puppy pads were made for under vaccinated puppies living in communal living environments where the puppy could be exposed to diseases. Once fully vaccinated, then begin outside potty training.
Spray on hard or soft surfaces, bandages, or things that shouldn't go in your puppy's mouth. Must be reapplied daily to deter chewing.
Schedule All Puppy Vaccinations
(Distemper/Parvo is at least 3 rounds of shots that must be given 2-4 weeks apart)
Give Flea/Tick & Heartworm Monthly (know puppy weight for dosage)
Register Microchip with provider
Research & Sign up for Pet Insurance
Research & Hire Trainer
Research & Hire Pet Sitter/Walker
Research Puppy Socialization Classes
Research & Schedule 1st Grooming Appointment with a Fear Free Certified Puppy Groomer after all vaccinations are complete
Register Your Puppy with City
Set House Rules with Family like can the puppy get human food, get on the couch, or jump on you?
Research dog friendly events , parks, & places for socialization
Potty training is not about punishment. It is about management, consistency, and clear communication.
The 3 pillars of puppy potty training
1️⃣ Creating and sticking to a schedule and routine
2️⃣ Watching your puppy closely or using a crate when you cannot
3️⃣ Proper clean-up using pet-specific enzymatic cleaners
When these three pieces work together, potty training becomes faster, cleaner, and far less frustrating.
Many people, especially new puppy parents, are unaware of the core vaccinations requirements for puppies, when these vaccines should occur, and at what frequency. But most importantly, many pet parents do not truly understand the risk to your puppy's health during socialization or while exploring environments without the right vaccines.