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Things I wish I purchased BEFORE getting a puppy

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Things I wish I purchased BEFORE getting a puppy. I have a mini long haired dachshund and this is what we used/have at home:) Have the best time with your new puppy.
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Collars/harnesses

The blue collar and harness is what I started him out as a puppy. When he outgrew them I got him the mountain collar

 
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this is his adult collar
YOULY Mountains Dog Collar, Small | Petco
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this is the harness I got for him as a pup
Puppia Soft Dog Harness, Sky Blue, Medium | Petco
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this was his baby collar
Pawtitas Recycled Reflective Dog Collar, Teal, X-Small | Petco

Training

Training is difficult, but with the right tools it's easier. It takes time and patience, but you'll get there!

 
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my dog thrived off the training clickers
Chadou Training Clicker for Pets, 2 Pack
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crate training is difficult but necessary
Sweetcrispy 42" Double Door Metal Dog Crate
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I used these in his creat when I left for long hours. would not use in the house anywhere else
COCOYO 22x22 Dog Training Pads 50 Ct
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He RAVED over these treats. his favorite to this day
N-BONE Puppy Training Real Chicken Recipe Grain-Free Soft ...
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I use this at his travel crate when we stay at my parents or boyfriends. the other metal crate stays at home
Petmate Vari Dog & Cat Kennel | Chewy (Free Shipping)
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Grooming

I am an amateur when it comes to at home grooming. These are what I use. It takes time to build trust with your dog so I did a little at a time

 
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best trimmer for long hair paws
Mcbazel Pet Micro Precision Trimmer Waterproof LED
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keeps the knots out:)
H&H Pets 2-in-1 Dog & Cat Grooming Brush
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I had to work my doxie up to this. he hates clippers so this is a better option for us
Casfuy Dog Nail Grinder 2-Speed Electric
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I'm new to at home grooming and these were easy to learn how to use
4 in 1 Dog & Cat Grooming Scissors Kit
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Other

Miscellaneous items & puppy food

 
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great for small puppies when you want to socialize but not expose them to the ground germs
Tomkas Small Dog Sling Carrier for 3-10 lbs
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this is good for well behaved dogs
PU Leather Small Dog Car Seat with Storage
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he ate puppy chow until 9 months old
PUPPY CHOW Complete with Real Chicken Dry Dog Food, 30-lb bag
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