Supplies List for Newly Adopted Dogs
You’ll need quite a few things to get started and make sure that your new canine family member is comfortable and best set up for success in their new home.
Basics
- Water bowl
- Food bowl (we recommend a slow feeder bowl)
- Crate (we recommend folding wire crates because they are easy to store when not in use)
- Dog bed
- Food toys or puzzles (ex. Kong, Kong Wobbler, Twist and Treat)
- Chews (ex. bully sticks)
Manners Training
- Treat pouch
- Yummy treats (jerky, freeze-dried meat, cheese, or boiled chicken)
- Long line (cotton web leash, 15-20’ long for practicing recall)
House Training
- Enzymatic cleaner
- Wee-wee pads (if indoor potty training)
- Pet gate (we recommend either pressure gates or hardware mounted)
- Toys (various sizes and kinds!)
Walking Equipment
- Flat buckle collar and harness, fitted to the dog
- 6-foot leash (we recommend leather or nylon non-retractable)
- Identification tags (always keep these current)
- Poop bags
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