21 Items you MUST HAVE Before you Bring YOUR Puppy Home!

Bringing home a new family member is an exciting time, and sometimes, unexpected. Regardless of how your new furry friend is coming into your life, it always helps to have recommendations on some of the best products to have at your disposable when the time comes.

 

Alright, let’s start with the basics in pet care! These are the things you cannot skip out on!

1. Collar and Leash

2. Bowls

3. Food

4. Pet food storage

5. Dog crate

6. Pet bed

7. Extra blankets

8. Puppy pads

9. Pet brush

10. Pet shampoo

11. Training treats

12. Pet tag

 

You can never have enough cleaning  products when you have a puppy! Messes and accidents happen all the time, so you must be prepared to clean up after them.

13. Paper towels

14. Stain remover

15. Carpet cleaner

 

Now for the fun stuff! Let’s talk TOYS! Giving your new friend a lot of toys allows them to choose how they want to play and gives them many outlets for their energy! (Also, if your puppy is anything like mine, you want to keep extra toys in the closet for when they are feeling extra feisty!)

16. Chew toys

17. Stuffed toys

18. Balls

19. Ropes

 

Finally, let’s talk logistical, non-physical items. While these are not items you can physically purchase or have on hand, they are still important things to know and have planned for you and your new puppy.

20. The name of a reputable vet

21. Plan of care for when you are not home