I'm sure this shopping checklist is a no-brainer for the veteran dog owners but, before Lola, I hadn't owned a dog in many, many years and was honestly worried I would forget something important before the night of her arrival. I spoke with several friends and got some great advice for my initial shopping list.
Aside from the initial essentials, there's a few other specifics you may need depending on the breed or age of your new pup.
Puppy/Dog Toys:
Chew/Rubber toys
Fetch balls
Rawhide
Cleaning Supplies:
Puppy shampoo
Puppy cleansing wipes
Puppy cleansing wipes
Nail clippers
Pick-up bags
Pooper Scooper
Puppy Walking:
Small collar
Harness (for certain breeds)
Retractable leash
Harness (for certain breeds)
Retractable leash
Funny story is I bought a harness (pictured above) that was small enough for a cat or very tiny puppy so had to return it for something bigger/thicker for a baby English bulldog.
I also bought her a cute Christmas collar that's adjustable for when she gets bigger each year.
Puppy Healthcare:
Dental supplies
First-aid kit
Flea & tick treatment
Vitamins & medications
The venison formula pictured above was also a lifesaver to make meatballs and hide her meds/pills inside. She loved them!!
The venison formula pictured above was also a lifesaver to make meatballs and hide her meds/pills inside. She loved them!!
Enjoy your new bundle of love!