Shopping for Your New Puppy

Essentials You Need for Your New Pet

Getting a new puppy is an exciting time. Before you bring your new canine friend home there are a few things you should purchase to make your puppies arrival a little more comfortable for both them and you:


Toys: You don't want your new puppy to chew your furniture, shoes and other personal items. Give your puppy another option. Having a lot of toys on hand isn't necessarily going to keep your puppy from trying to play with items you would rather they leave alone, but it will help. Whenever  you find your puppy eating something they shouldn't remove it, and hand them one of their own toys. Eventually they'll get the idea. Try to get a few toys that are cuddly like stuffed animals, as well as a few toys that are especially good for chewing, like plastic bones. A good quantity and variety will keep your dog entertained

Crate: A crate is a must have for any puppy owner. A crate has many different purposes. Crates are great to keep your dogs out of things when you aren't at home, and keep your dog from treating your home like a bathroom. A crate can also be a great place fro your dog to sleep at night, and can give your puppy the feeling of his or her own "room" A safe place where they can always go to take a nap, or hang out when they are frightened by new guests or loud noises.

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