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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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this brush is great to get out mats behind my dogs ears
Warren London Gentle Touch Slicker Brush
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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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my dog is obsessed with greenies! great for his teeth
Adult Dental Dog Treats Regular Size Original
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my dog has to eat out of his puzzle before he will eat out of his bowl! he loves playing with it and is great enrichment for him
FOXMM Interactive Dog Treat Puzzle Toy
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great for the couch, bed, or my dogs favorite (the window sill)
Gardner Pet 4-Step Dog Stairs 19.7" H Black
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this is a great enrichment toy to put treats in to keep him busy for minimum 30 mins
Outward Hound by Nina Ottosson Highland Cow Twistiez Interactive Plush Dog Treat Puzzle, Small
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