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Essential stuff
Recommended stuff
Stuff to consider

Essential stuff for your puppy...

  • Collar- the choice of a collar doesn't always come down to fashion, a correct fitting collar is a must and should also allow for growth.

  • Lead- control your puppy before it controls you!

  • Food Bowl- puppy's like to chew and play, a plastic bowl may not be the best choice.

  • Cage or crate- somewhere safe for your puppy to sleep when you are unable to watch them, also a great training aide.

  • Food- Its important to start your puppy with the right food, a food full of nutrition and antioxidants for every life stage.

  • Water Bowl- there should always be a source of water available at all times, remember a bigger bowl for the summer months.

  • Bedding- after a hard days play every pooch needs a place to lay their weary head.

  • Brush- to keep their coat clean and healthy.

  • Toys- puppy's are inquisitive and like to play, if you don't provide toys for them to chew your lounge suite could be their next choice.

  • Treats- not the fattening type of treats but things like rawhide bones and pigs ears which aid in dental hygiene.

  • ID Tag- an absolute essential, unless your dog can speak.

Recommended stuff for pooch...

  • Harness- for car travel and to aid with early training. Using a harness in the car from the start will greatly aid with safety once your puppy starts growing.

  • Moulting Comb- for long haired and short haired dogs.

  • Flea Comb- don't kid yourself, all dogs will have fleas at some stage.

  • Tick Prevention- especially in coastal regions, or in other words where 90% of Australians live! Find out more about Ticks in Australia.

  • Books- from general dog care to specific literature on your puppy. If you have never been responsible for the breed of puppy your planning for, this is a must.

Stuff to consider...

  • Dog Door- if your puppy is an indoor dog it won't take long before you become tired of letting them in and out.

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