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Preparing for a New Dog 🐶 | Everything You Actually Need
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items Bringing a new dog home is exciting… and slightly overwhelming 😅
This list covers the real essentials you’ll want ready before day one — from comfort items that help your dog settle, to practical bits that make life easier for both of you.
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🏠 Day One Essentials
🛏️ Safe Sleep & Settling Space (Optional)
🧠 Enrichment & Calm Activities
🏠 Day One Essentials
A great starter food for puppies — gentle, good-quality ingredients, and easy to transition onto when bringing a new dog home.
Lily's Kitchen Puppy Chicken & Salmon 2.5kg
Essential for the first few weeks while your puppy is learning. Really handy to have ready before bringing them home. These are unscented for less overwhelming toilet training.
Amazon Basics Dog Pee Pads, 22x22, 50 Ct
A must-have for accidents in the early days. Enzyme cleaner helps remove smells properly so dogs aren’t drawn back to the same spot.
Bactador Odour & Stain Remover Spray 750ml
Not glamorous, but completely essential. Thick, leak-proof bags with dispensers so you’re always prepared on walks.
Pogi’s Dog Poop Bags, Leak-Proof, 750-Count
Easy to overlook, but starting dental care early really helps.
Dog Dental Care Kit - Oral Hygiene Mint
Fragrance-free wipes that are gentle and really handy for muddy paws, quick clean-ups, and in-between baths.
BUGALUGS Dog Glove Wipes, 30 Sensitive Pet Grooming
Non-slip base so bowls don’t slide everywhere, and stainless steel inserts that are easy to clean. Ideal for day one when everything feels a bit chaotic.
Pecute Double Stainless Steel Dog Bowls Set
🛏️ Safe Sleep & Settling Space (Optional)
Crates aren’t for everyone, but many dogs find them comforting when introduced gently. This is a sturdy, easy-to-clean option to have ready.
Dog Crate Medium 30'' 2 Doors Removable Tray
A crate cover helps create a calm, den-like space for dogs who need quiet time or help settling. Great for sleep, routines, and reducing overstimulation
New World Medium Dog Crate Cover, Teflon, 30in
A comfy, supportive bed that helps new dogs settle and rest properly. Great for crates or as a main sleeping spot.
EHEYCIGA Orthopedic Dog Bed Medium 76x51x9cm
A comfy alternative if you’re not crate training, or for dogs who prefer an open sleeping space. Great to have ready from day one.
JOEJOY Medium Washable Calming Dog Bed
🧠 Enrichment & Calm Activities
Great for mental stimulation and calming — snuffle mats help dogs slow down, focus, and burn energy gently
Snuffle Mat for Dogs - Interactive Feeding Game
Really helpful for calming and enrichment — great for bath time, grooming, or helping dogs settle when things feel overwhelming.
Licky Mats for Dogs & Cats with Suction Cups
Dog-safe peanut butter, perfect for using with lick mats to help calm and settle dogs during busy or stressful moments.
Bugalugs 100% Natural Dog Peanut Butter
Amazing for new dogs or anxious pups 🐾
This heartbeat puppy is designed to comfort dogs during the first nights away from their mum or litter. The gentle heartbeat can really help with settling, separation anxiety and sleep — especially helpful for ...
Original Snuggle Puppy Heartbeat Toy for Dogs