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🩺 Things Every New Pet Owner Actually Needs
15 items
By
Bailey Enderby
Recommendations for first time dog owners from someone who works in vet med 🐶
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If you get a puppy or kitten, GET THEM USED TO NAIL TRIMS as soon as you can. It'll save you time and money at the vet
Dog Nail Clippers - Amazon.com
Crate train right away. It give them their own safe space and makes being at the vet or boarding so much easier
Dog Crates Pens & Gates
Trust me, youll need this. And it actually works. I use it to help clean my litter boxes
Zep Urine Remover - Targets & Eliminates Urine Stains & Odors
Stainless steal is the best to use as food and water dishes. Bacteria can seep into the plastic ones and grow nastiness
Stainless Steel Dog Bowls - Amazon.com
Always good to have on hand at home or in the car. Better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it
Pet First Aid Kits - Pet Emergency Education
If you can get prescription flea/tick prevention, DO IT.
Nearly 3X longer flea & tick protection | BRAVECTO
If you can't get prescription preventions, this is the next best thing OTC
FRONTLINE® Plus for Dogs | Flea and Tick Protection for dogs
Self explanatory. You can also use marshmallows!
Dog Pill Pockets | Vet Recommended | GREENIES™
These are helpful if you need a distraction or just plain mental stimulation
Dog Licking Mat - Amazon.com
These are super helpful, especially when you're not quite ready for them to roam the house
Regalo Safety 29-38.5" Baby Gate for Doorways
Keeps them busy and helps with mental stimulation
Snuffle Mat For Dogs - Amazon.com
When you take care of their teeth, they will be healthier. Dentals for pets are EXPENSIVE.
Dog Teeth Cleaning Powder - Amazon.com
Can be really helpful, especially with routine check ups! Beware that most dont cover pre-existing conditions, so if you get it, get it right away!
Pet Insurance for Dogs & Cats by Lemonade
An everyday probiotic can seriously help with gut health
Multi-Strain Probiotic For Dogs & Cats - Proviable®
I loved having one of these when I first got my dog, especially when I was at work and wanted to check in
Best Pet Cameras & Monitors - Amazon.com
