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.
Learn more about our frequently asked questions.
Learn our process for how to get a puppy and our pricing.
Why choose Maple Hill Doodles for your new pup?
Located in Burton, Ohio
Maple Hill Doodles is located in Burton, Ohio, in the heart of Geauga County, where we have been raising puppies in our home for more than 25 years. Our location is within driving distance of Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, and many surrounding areas
We know that bringing home a puppy can involve a little extra planning when you live farther away, so we do our best to make the process as easy as possible. Many of our families choose to fly into Ohio to pick up their puppy in person. For those families, we are happy to meet you at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport at no additional cost, making it easier to travel home with your new puppy.
For families who are unable to make the trip themselves, we can also work with a trusted flight nanny who can accompany your puppy to your nearest airport. Whether you live a few hours away or across the country, distance doesn’t have to keep you from finding the right puppy!