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Everyday Dog Essentials that are Totally Worth it 🐾
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items These are my go-to dog essentials that have made raising my 9-yo cocker spaniel, Ryley a joy. Each one makes caring for her more fun, healthy and full of love — because her happiness and wellbeing bring me joy and fulfillment. I’ve had the honor of r...
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Grooming
Puzzles
Toys
Nutrition
Travel Gear
This is a great quality dog harness that has lasted several years of regular use. It's sturdy and I like that its size adjustable. The zipper pocket is nice for light storage, such as a roll of small bags.
KONG Ultra Durable Waste Bag Harness M Green
I love this leash. It’s worked for years and the handle is still comfortable after constant wear. The latch works very well and I have no trouble controlling my reactive cocker spaniel with it.
Alcott Kong Terrain Medium Retractable Leash
This is another great harness that my pup used when she was younger before outgrowing. Had I not been gifted the Kong harness, I probably would've reordered this one in the next size up.
rabbitgoo No Pull Dog Harness, Pink, M
I've had this exact dog bag for over 8 years. It's perfect for a weekender or long-term visits. There is plenty of space to organize everything I need my dog to have with her when she's away from home.
Mobile Dog Gear Week Away Travel Bag, Black
I got tired of wasting zip lock bags and wanted something reusable but durable. This has been a great solution.
Aosnare Leak-Proof Pet Food Storage Bag
Home
My dog’s favorite bed. Even when I bought a newer, softer one, she still prefer this one. It has a zipper to remove the cushions and wash the outside separately.
Best Friends by Sheri Calming Donut Bed, Taupe, 36in
My favorite dog camera. It’s worked for years. The app is reliable. It identifies my pet knowing when to toss treats or play calming music.
Furbo 360° Dog Camera w/Barking Alerts
Soft dog bed for my cocker spaniel. It looks and feels great. It doesn’t have a zipper but the bed is machine washable for large sized loads.
Bedsure Calming Donut Dog Bed 36in Camel
These are great lint rollers. This value pack goes far.
PetLovers Extra Sticky Lint Roller 450 Sheets 5 Pack
Grooming
These are good paw wipes. My dog has never had an issue with them. It helps having a second pack on hand. They maintain moisture.
Petkin Paw Wipes Plus, 200 Orange Scented, 2 Pack
When their paws get EXTRA dirty, these big n' thick paw wipes are the best. It really makes a difference compared to the standard size.
Petkin Big N' Thick Paw Wipes – Dog & Cat Care | Chewy.com
My favorite dog brush that is also a deshedder. This tool is amazing and cuts off even matted hair. I'm so impressed by this brush and have been using it to maintain my cocker spaniel's coat.
FURminator Undercoat deShedding Tool Small Dogs Long Hair
It's so helpful to have a comb for your dog in case of bugs, seeds, debris, etc. This has been a helpful tool picking off those pesky seeds from my dog's coat.
Yumflan Flea Comb with Rubber Handle - Purple
Pet shampoo I've been using since my dog was a puppy. It smells nice and she's had no issues using it.
Earthbath Oatmeal & Aloe Dog & Cat Shampoo, 16-fl oz bottle
I bought this gallon jug and I've yet to replace it since. It's such an incredible value, especially if you have a large or multiple pets.
Earthbath Oatmeal & Aloe Dog & Cat Shampoo | Chewy.com
These wipes are the best for cleaning your pup's tush. This company makes products designed specifically for anal gland health. The wipes stay well moistened and they don't irritate my pup.
Vetnique Labs Glandex Dog & Cat Anal Wipes
Before I bought the Furminator, this was a great substitute for the price. It works well and has lasted for years.
DakPets Stainless Steel Pet Deshedding Tool
Puzzles
My pup loves this puzzle. It keeps her busy for a longer duration and it's easy to load with a piece that slides from the bottom.
Outward Hound Ottosson MultiPuzzle Dog Toy
Bought this puzzle for my pup so she had a different type of game to play with. I was impressed with her interested she was and I liked that I was able to start off easy and increase difficulty to teach her.
Dog Puzzle Toy Level 3 Brain Stimulation
My go-to pet puzzle for when I’m leaving the house. The pieces aren’t removable so I don’t have to worry about her chewing and choking on plastic when I’m not around.
Outward Hound Nina Ottosson Dog Worker Puzzle
Another good puzzle that I keep on rotation. When my girl was younger, looking for a shortcut, she chewed a bit on the white locking mechanisms. It still works despite the bite barks. It was a good challenge for her in the beginning.
Outward Hound Nina Ottosson Dog Twister Toy
We keep a variety of puzzles at home. My dog enjoys this one. However, keep an eye on them after they're finished. My pup liked to use the white bones as a chew toy when she was a puppy.
Outward Hound Nina Ottosson Dog Tornado Toy
Here’s another puzzle you in our arsenal. This one has more pieces than other but it is also meant to be supervised even more closely for all its movable pieces.
Outward Hound Nina Ottosson Dog Brick Puzzle
Toys
Kong toys are great for stuffing snacks that keep your pup busy. There are so many recipe ideas online that you can feed them something fresh or prep them for longer periods of use.
KONG Classic Stuffable Dog Toy - Large Dogs
My dog loves her lamb chop toys. Yes, they always tear up, but she loves the material of this toy and the size is perfect.
Multipet Mini Lamb Chop Plush Squeak Toy
Good toys that don’t have any stuffing inside. If your pup tends to eat everything or is too young and eats everything in sight, this is a good starter toy.
Dog Squeak Toys Plush Chew Bundle
Footballs are easier for my dog to catch than big balls. This one is soft and light enough to play with.
Chuckit! Indoor Fumbler Dog Toy 7.5in
Perfect pool frisbee. My dog loves to swim and play fetch in the water. The fabric is designed to get wet and the hint of orange helps them see the toy in water. It’s light and thin enough for my pup to fetch in the water without it being to big or b...
Chuckit! Paraflight Flying Disc Dog Toy Large
This is a good dog toy that isn’t too big but can still plug tug-a-war with. My dog likes toys that aren’t too tough otherwise she can’t tear them up and discover the squeaky reward. This one lasted a good amount of time but quite durable fabric that...
goDog Gators Squeaky Plush Dog Toy Large
My dog has had a few of these over the years. They’re soft but also durable so it's a little bit of a challenge for her to rip up but she's always up to try,
KONG Wild Knots Bears Durable Dog Toy M/L
My pup enjoyed this toy. There were so many limbs to rip apart and it wasn’t so easy to tear each piece apart. She had a good little run with it.
goDog Bubble Plush Dragons Squeaky Toy Large
This was a surprisingly popular toy for my pup. You need space to allow your dog to run and chase. It's a good workout for us both.
Outward Hound Tail Teaser Interactive Dog Wand Toy
Just a simple knotted rope dog toy that’s made out of natural cotton that’s actually nice enough on your hands to play tug-o-war.
Barida Natural White Cotton Tough Dog Rope Toy
This is a good deal. My dog has played with both and this is a good bundle. The tennis balls are soft enough for small dogs and squeaks. And the moose is a soft stuffed toy that’s isn’t too stuffed and the material is sturdy enough for tugging with e...
KONG Cozie Marvin Moose & SqueakAir Balls (3)
My pup enjoyed this toy too. The mesh was good for my dog to puncture her teeth into. There were so many limbs to rip apart and it wasn’t so easy to tear each piece apart. She had a good little run with it.
goDog Mesh Dragons Squeaky Plush Dog Toy Large
Soft but durable dog toy that my pup enjoyed tugging with and eventually ripping apart. It wasn't so easy and remind a regular toy even with the tears.
Kong Cozie Spunky Monkey Dog Toy | Chewy
This is one of the longest lasting dog toys we own. It is so sturdy, due to the rope inside. We have yet to see a tear after so many years.
Frisco Monkey Plush Rope Squeaky Dog Toy | Chewy
My dog is obsessed with squirrels, so naturally she needed this one to tear up. It's a sturdy toy that doesn't rip as easily because of the knot, but my pup eventually tore it too.
KONG Scrunch Knots Squirrel Dog Toy, Small/Medium
I love toys that I can hide treats inside just to keep my dog stimulated and not playing the same puzzles all the time. This is a great toy that I can leave her alone with and I'm not worried that she'll chew on anything unsupervised.
Dog Puzzle Toys - Enrichment Squeaky Crinkle Snuffle Treat Dispensing Smart Dog Toys for Boredom and Stimulating, Durable Plush Toys for Large Medium Small Breed - Turtle
My dog is a big tugger and loves ripping limbs off her toys. Octopus toys are truly the best for the that. It keeps her stimulated to want to keep playing and the toy lasts longer than most.
Crazy Tugs Octopus Squeaky Plush Dog Toy
I try to find toys that my dog can also play independently. The ball is a nice incentive with a treat hole that isn't too large, helping the game last a bit longer.
Treat and Tumble: Interactive Dog Puzzle Toy
This toy can hold a good amount of dry kibble that keeps my dog busy for a while. Such a great toy. I wish I had it sooner.
Snuffle Ball & Rainbow Interactive Dog Toy
Nutrition
My cocker spaniel has been using this for over 8 years as a way to keep her immune system up. Her coat remains shiny and she enjoys the flavor with her food.
Long story: I started adding it to her dry food when she was just a puppy because she deve...
Salmon Oil for Dogs & Cats - Omega 3 EPA DHA, 32 oz
Pumpkin puree is such an excellent source of fiber for dogs. In case they eat something they shouldn't, or need extra support for their tummy, this is a great product to have that's also bpa-free.
Nummy Tum Tum Dog Food Pure Pumpkin 15oz
My dog has been eating these training treats since she was a puppy. They not only help with training, keeping her motivated still to this day. But they also fit nicely inside the Furbo dog camera and doesn't get stuck inside. These come in different ...
Pet Botanics Training Rewards - Chewy.com
My dog tends to deal with tear stains due to allergies. I can see improvement in her eyes tearing up when she eats these. She likes them too.
Angels’ Eyes Sea Sticks Tear Stain Treatment for Dogs & Cats – Sea Salt Flavor
My dog loves these salmon rawhide alternative sticks. The chewing is good for her teeth and it keeps her busy for a little bit.
Earth Animal No-Hide Rawhide Alternative Dog & Cat Treat Stix, Wild Caught Salmon, 10 Pack
My dog also likes the Venison recipe of these no hide sticks. I try to limit chicken and peanut butter since they tend to affect my dog's skin, so it's great to have another flavor besides salmon that I'm comfortable serving my dog.
Earth Animal No-Hide Rawhide Alternative Dog & Cat Treat Stix, Venison
My dog loves this flavor. The apple scent is strong in a pleasant way and makes it good for hiding her treat for extra playtime.
Fruitables Baked Pumpkin & Apple Flavor Healthy Low Calorie Dog Treats
My dog like fruitables. This is a great flavor to mix things up.
Fruitables Baked Pumpkin & Banana Flavor Healthy Low Calorie Dog Treats
I love these probiotic treats for my pet. I try to incorporate blueberries in her diet and she's finicky about raw ones, but she'll eat them in these cookies. They smell so good. My brother even ate one and complimented the flavor.
Honest Kitchen Goat's Milk N' Cookies 8oz
I like to alternate flavors with similar products so my dog won't get bored. For probiotic treats, these are great and another flavor that my dog enjoys.
Honest Kitchen Goat's Milk N' Cookies 8oz
My dog really enjoyed these biscuits. We had a really large bag that lasted for a good amount of time because I like to space my treats out. I'm happy there's a smaller pack so I don't have to risk the treats getting stale.
Three Dog Bakery Assort"Mutt" Trio 26 OZ
Dental Treats
Lately my dog has been eating these. I wanted to incorporate more blueberry so I've been testing these. They were vet recommended online, and my dog likes them. But I wish they came in other sizes. This flavor is hard to find online.
ProDen PlaqueOff Mini Dental Care Bones Dog Treats - Vegetable Fusion with Blueberry
My dog enjoyed eating these. They were effective in keeping her breath fresh and it was a decent enough size to keep her busy for a moment.
Ark Naturals Brushless Toothpaste Dog Chews 18oz
I keep these on rotation because they're vegetable based. My dog also enjoys eating these, no matter the shape or color.
Whimzees Wellness Stix Dog Dental Treats, Medium, 14ct
My dog enjoyed these dental treats. The only reason why I stopped feeding them to her was to reduce chicken in her diet. I like how the honeycomb grooves help get in between her teeth.
Yummy Combs Dog Dental Treats, Chicken, 30ct