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Must Haves for Small Dogs
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items Small Breed Dogs have different needs than larger dogs. I have owned a Shih-Tzu, Chihuahuas, and now have a 14 year old Chorkie (Chihuahua/Yorkie Mix) and a 7 month old Shih-Tzu/Pomeranian mix . Here are some helpful products for owning small breed.
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Grooming/Food/Health
Dog Owner Decor and Gifts
Toys and Treats
Travel
As collars can hurt the tracheas of small dogs - harnesses are the better option. My pups love these Puppia Vest Harnesses plus they are easy to put on. My 4-5lb pup wears an XS and my 6lb fluffy pup wears a small
Puppia Vest Polyester Step In Back Clip Dog Harness
Best investment I ever made! This car seat allows for the seat belt to go through the bottom of the booster. It also has a leash to buckle into their harness. It allows for the pup to be safe if I have to slam on my brakes. My pups have loved this fo...
K&H Pet Products Bucket Booster Pet Seat, Grey
I like how this can be carried as a backpack or rolled like luggage. The versatility is helpful on the go
Pet Gear I-GO2 Traveler Dog & Cat Backpack & Rolling Carrier
Great portable travel crate. Can put in hotel rooms and dogs feel secure if need to leave in room
Ruff 'N Ruffus Portable Foldable Cat & Dog Playpen, Carrying Case, & Travel Bowl
Great for around the pool and the lake
Outward Hound Granby Splash Dog Life Jacket
Easy to attach to leash and refill - had mine for over 8 years now.
Top Paw® Bone Waste Bag Dispenser
This dispenser tells you when you are almost out of bags to refill! Best dispenser I have used!
RemieDog
Home
My pups love to be cozy and warm. They also love to dig in their bedding - this has been great for them
Snoozer Pet Products Cozy Cave Covered Cat & Dog Bed w/Removable Cover
Heated Bed - my Chihuahua loves this in the winter.
K&H Pet Products Thermo-Snuggly Sleeper Bolster Cat & Dog Bed
Great for potty training, elderly dogs, and for the small bladders to eliminate accidents
Gotta Go Grass The Natural Relief w/Interlocking Tray Dog Potty Pads, 16-in x 24-in
Best steps for elderly dogs or dogs afraid of steps. My senior dog has arthritis and this has allowed her to have some more stablility and structure than a ramp but not hard edges of steps
Precious Tails High Density Foam Scalloped 4 Steps Dog & Cat Stairs
3 Step is great for furniture. 4-5 steps for beds
Frisco Foam Step
Cozy bed and blanket
Best Friends by Sheri The Original Calming Donut Dog Bed & Throw Dog Blanket
I use collars with Bells for first 3 months so they did not get under feet. Great training tool for them and myself. Also could hear when getting into trouble or where they are in the house
Country Brook Design Houndstooth Polyester Breakaway Cat Collar with Bell
This spray does not effect the smell of the room. If the dog chews on something that was sprayed - it tastes really gross and then they are less likely to chew on it again. Worked really well with teething puppies
NaturVet Bitter YUCK! No Chew Dog, Cat & Horse Spray
Best stuff ever - literally pulls the odor and liquid out of the carpet and it evaporates.
My Pet Peed - Pet Stain & Odor Remover (2 Pack)
Easy pick up for back yard
Petmate Arm & Hammer Swivel Bin & Rake Pooper Scooper
My townhome has a small backyard area - I put this outside to create a fenced in area off my patio.
BestPet Dog Playpen Fence 24"/32"/40" Height
Works great and really helps the condition and life expectancy of my carpeting
Bissell® Pawsitively Clean® Spotclean Pet Plus Portable Spot Cleaner
I have multiple of this brand of cameras. You can talk through them and move them through an app on your phone. Easy set up and very inexpensive. Multiple sizes and types of cameras connect through the same app
GNCC Pet Camera, Indoor Camera with Night Vision
My Dogs are not fans of wood floors. Helps them have stability but also saves the wood from their nails
Bungalow Flooring Waterhog Squares Stair Tread, 4 count
The Bissell portables work so well - plus you can use in car as well
Bissell Little Green Pet Deluxe Carpet Cleaner
Bleach free and it works so well with eliminating odors from potty training
OdoBan 961561-Q
After a horrific scare of my puppy eating her potty pad and waiting to see if she would pass all of it - I changed to using the reusable potty pads that I can wash in her crate.
Washable Pee Pads for Dogs 2 Pack, 36''*31''
My pup learned to use these bells on the door within 1-2 days. It is easy to use and learn for pups
Luckyiren Upgraded Puppy Bells for Door Knob
When I got my pup at 8 weeks - she was 2.2 lbs and I was afraid that I was going to step on her. These Bells are easy to transfer to any collar. I have a set on her collar and her harness.
Molain 10 Pcs Cat Dog Collar Bells, Jingle Bell
Grooming/Food/Health
This style of nail clippers allows for more control with small nails
Frisco Nail Clippers for Cats & Small Dogs & Miracle Care Kwik-Stop Styptic Powder for Dogs, Cats & Birds, .5-oz jar
Can program for on time feeding times. Great for a busy lifestyle
Arf Pets Smart Automatic Wi-Fi Enabled Pet Feeder with HD Camera
Hands down best way to treat fleas. Last 8 months. Have not had fleas after I started using these. Also have tick prevention. I also am not a fan of putting chemicals on their body as they like to groom each other
Seresto Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs, up to 18 lbs
Pups loved this shampoo and it smells so nice
TropiClean Hypo-Allergenic Gentle Coconut Puppy & Kitten Shampoo
Great for having a long and short hair
Top Paw® Pin & Bristle Combo Pet Brush
These fountains allow water to not get stagnant and promotes more drinking. Also easy to upkeep. My senior pups have drank more with this bowl than a smaller one.
PetSafe Drinkwell Multi-Tier Plastic Dog & Cat Fountain
Another great tool for busy lifestyles
PetSafe® Eatwell™ 5 Meal Automatic Pet Feeder
So much more comfortable than a cone. My pup just got spayed and it was the best investment
Loflaze Soft Inflatable Dog Cone Collar
Dog Owner Decor and Gifts
There is always some truth to this :)
PRIMITIVES BY KATHY "Work for Dog" Box Sign - Chewy.com
Stockings are always fun for the holidays
FRISCO Paw Personalized Plaid Dog & Cat Stocking, White - Chewy.com
Classy Doormat
CARSON INDUSTRIES "Dog" Doormat - Chewy.com
Toys and Treats
New favorite toys. They are scented (each color is different scent). Keep my pups attention and will often play by herself with these toys
Playology Scented Dri-Tech Rope Dog Toy - Chewy.com
These are my pups new favorite! She loves them and is easy for her to carry around.
N-Bone Puppy Teething Ring Chicken Flavor Grain-Free Dog Treats
My pups love these
WHIMZEES Brushzees Small Dental Dog Treat - Natural, Grain Free
Crinkle toys seem to be the sound and texture that small pups seem to enjoy the most
Ethical Pet Soothers Crinkle Squeaky Plush Dog Toy, Color Varies
My puppy loves these and so does my 13 year old pup. There are puppy and regular.
Canine Naturals Chicken Recipe Chew - 40Ct, 5 Inch
Favorite treats - keeps them occupied for hours
Nylabone Healthy Edibles Bacon, Roast Beef, & Turkey Puppy Starter Kit Dog Treats
New favorite toys. They are scented (each color is different scent). Keep my pups attention and will often play by herself with these toys
PLAYOLOGY All Natural Peanut Butter Scented Plush Squeaky Ball Dog Toy, Small - Chewy.com
So great for teething
NYLABONE Puppy Starter Pack Chew Toys & Treat Variety, Small, 6 count - Chewy.com
My pup loves the ones that crinkle and squeak. These are light weight and easy to carry as well
PIGGY POO AND CREW Dog Crinkle Squeaker Toy Set, 4 count
Crinkle, light weight, and smells like yummy treats. My pup LOVES this toy
PLAYOLOGY All Natural Beef Scented Plush Crinkle Ring Dog Toy
One Ingredient… Chicken. Best training treat - easy to break up. I know that my pup is getting great quality ingredients. LOVES these and they do not have all the added fillers
Wiggles & Wags Freeze Dried Chicken Crunchy Dog Treats | dog Biscuits, Cookies & Bakery Treats | PetSmart
One Ingredient - Beef Liver. I love this brand. They produce great quality treats with zero fillers.
Wiggles & Wags Freeze Dried Beef Liver Dog Treats | dog Biscuits, Cookies & Bakery Treats | PetSmart
Natural ingredients and I don't feel as bad giving my pups these treats.
Wiggles & Wags Beef Jerky Cuts Dog Treats 8 OZ