Recommended
SuppliesEverything you need for a smooth start.
Bringing home a new puppy is exciting, and having a few essentials ready beforehand will help make the transition much smoother.
Below are some of the products we recommend and use ourselves. While there are many great options available, these are the items we’ve found to be reliable, practical, and well suited for raising happy, healthy puppies.
This isn’t meant to be a shopping list you have to complete all at once. Think of it as a helpful starting point based on what has worked well for us over the years. You can always add to your supplies as your puppy grows and your routine develops
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A Note From Us
Every puppy is unique, so you may find a few other items that work well for your family. These are our basics to help you get started!
Crate & Comfort
- Wire or plastic crate
- Crate bed
- Snuggle Puppy
- Safe things to chew on
Grooming
- Good-quality slicker brush
- Metal Greyhouse comb
- Nail clippers
- Grooming Table
- High-velocity dog dryer
Food
- Ready to feed raw food (beef, pork, beaver, fish, etc.)
- Bones
- Freeze-dried treats (liver, tripe, salmon, etc.)
Miscellaneous
- Food & water bowls
- Leash & harness
- Enrichment toys
- Baby gates
Helpful Tip
Treats Add Up Quickly
Freeze-dried treats are wonderful for training, but puppies are small and it's easy to accidentally overdo it. Break treats into tiny pieces and use them sparingly. Puppies don't care how big the treat is—they care that they earned one. Keeping treats small lets you reward good behavior more often while avoiding too many extra calories.