A first tme puppy owner will need quite a few things to start off with, and it's best if you've acquried these items before you bring your new pet home.

Must Haves

A travel crate whether you are crate training or not. Some shelters or even breeders insist that you have these before they let you take your newest addition home.

Bowls, one for water, one for food. The smaller the puppy, the smaller the bowl. You'll probably need to upgrade in size as your puppy grows.

Leash. A six-foot nylon lead is best for training a puppy. There are different widths and strengths available, get the right size for your pup.

Adjustable buckle collar. It is best to get one that will fit properly now, but can be enlarged. An average goes through a LOT of collars during the growing stages. Be prepared.

Appropriate food, if you get your puppy from a breeder, then they will explain all about the food your puppy will need. Please don’t get your puppy from pet shop. If you buy the puppy from a shelter then the shelter staffs will advice you. Your new puppy deserves a high quality food to get the best start in life.

Have a veterinarian appointment lined up to check your new pup for worms, and any other possible health problems, as well to get his puppy vaccines.

Line up some obedience classes like Puppy Kindergarten.

Extra Goodies

Toys - Squeaky toys that are rubber seem to be every pup's favourite

Bitter Apple Spray - to keep your new puppy from eating your chairs, tables, books, etc

Puppy Treats - essential for training, there are literally hundreds of kinds and flavours on the market

Training Books - If you need some extra help

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