Essentials For Your New Puppy

You have made the decision to bring home a bundle of joy in the form of a puppy! Before taking it home you should make sure that you have all of the essentials and accessories you will need to make sure they will be happy in their new home. It will also allow you to start bonding with your new pup straight away, rather than having to start shopping for supplies.


Of course you will need a great supply of puppy food. They need a different type of food than what adult dogs do, as they require a lot more nutrients. Although they seem to need more food, it is more a case of little and often than giving them giant sized meals so make sure to purchase smaller bowls. You will then want to upgrade to larger ones as they grow up. Make sure that you have a water bowl as well and that it is always topped up, try to change it so the water is kept fresh throughout the day and night, with it finally changed just before you go to bed.

A collar is a very wise item to purchase. As animals get older they may not appreciate you trying to put a collar on them, but if they are used to it from a young age they will not even notice they are wearing one. Get a tag made with your details on, contact information such as home address and telephone number, just in case your beloved pet gets lost or runs off. It is a good idea to purchase a leash at the same time as you buy the collar as these are very important and necessary for wearing them out with long walks once they are old enough to leave your house. Make sure they have had the compulsory injections if needed beforehand.

Every puppy needs some toys. There will be times where you may have to leave them in the house for half an hour alone when popping to the shops, and the best way to keep them calm and entertained are specially designed dog toys. Give them their favourite teddy as a treat and they should be kept happy until you return. It is also a fun way for you to interact with your dog and keep them healthy by taking a ball or Frisbee to the park. Make sure that after all that running around they have a comfy bed to come home to for a nice sleep.

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