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Dog Products that are ACTUALLY worth it (Golden Retriever Approved)
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items I spent the first year+ of my dogs life being an insane “research everything” dog-mom so you don't have to :) Here's my list of doggie essentials that I would absolutely buy again + some of my golden retrievers favorite treats and toys
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Grooming + Health/Wellness
Out & About
Home Life
Treats & Chews
Toys
Grooming + Health/Wellness
Tried and true products for a clean and healthy pup
Absolute must have for long-haired pups
Slicker Brush | Large Long Pin Dog Brush
FANTASTIC quality for the price!!! (i've also used the straight scissors to trim my own hair…)
Stainless Steel Grooming Scissors Kit Round Tip
We alternate using this toothpaste and plain coconut oil to maintain dental hygiene. He's never been to the doggy dentist but i can confirm his teeth are whiter than mine….
Vet's Best Dog Toothpaste
This fixed what $900+ of vet bills couldn't. Will never not recommend this stuff when I hear about another pup having ear problems
Zymox Otic Plus Ear Solution w/ 1% Hydrocortisone 1.25oz
Once again, HUGE money saver. We opted for trying these before any shots or meds and I haven't stopped recommending them since. Our pups allergies had gotten so bad that he gave himself hot spots from itching so intensely before we could figure out w...
Vet’s Best Dog Allergy Chews, 60 Tablets
I wish this spray was scentless but I discovered it on the golden retriever forum a while back and its worth all the buzz!
Top Performance GloCoat Pet Conditioner
We alternate between this and the Glocoat spray. Big fan of Skouts Honor products and LOVE the Honeysuckle scent!
Skout's Honor Probiotic Pet Detangler Spray
must have for goldens unfortunately
Vet's Best Dog Hot Spot Itch Relief Spray for Dogs
I wish i could provide better insight on which of the two hot sprays is superior but when woody gave himself hotspots the first time, i ordered both out of desperation and used them interchangeably… that said, i trust both brands and will update if i...
Probiotic Hot Spot Hydrogel
We got this in preparation of his Neuter but i've been so thankful to have it on hand for instances of hotspots, when he cut open his paw pad, etc. (We went with “Donut Blue” size X-Large. size reference: ~85lb golden retriever)
Inflatable Dog Soft Neck Donut
Heartworm prevention!!! When we switched vets, we also switched heartworm/flea/tick preventions per his recommendation. Previously we had used Simparica Trio but our vet advised against the “all in one” solution. Obviously don't make any changes with...
HEARTGARD Plus Chew for Dogs
Flea and Tick Prevention! Like I mentioned in the Heartgard note, we transitioned from Simparica Trio to Heartgard + Bravecto for preventative care. We get the chewable tablet that protects for 12 weeks and time it out so that his last dosage “expire...
BRAVECTO Chew for Dogs
Out & About
Walking, adventure, and car gear
It doesn't matter if we're driving half a mile away, we use this for EVERY trip
Mighty Paw Dog Seat Belt with Aluminum Carabiner
LOVE using this for sniff-ari's. it's not completely “knot-proof” but thick nylon/silicone material makes knots alot easier to untie if necessary
30FT Waterproof Dog Leash
I genuinely cannot say enough good things about Sunny Tail's Leash + Harness's. Havent bought any other brand since getting our first set from her
4-in-1 Convertible Hands Free Dog Leash
We're constantly complimented on how cute Woody's “favorite deputy” dog tag so of course i had to include that on here (i got the large gold star)
Engraved Custom Pet ID Dog Tags
Home Life
Dog approved daily essentials
We've had this since Feb 2024, it stays on the patio 90% of the time, has gone on multiple trips with us, and is still in fantastic condition (over 2 years later!). We have the size large and somehow it has withstool my 85lb golden retriever AND his ...
Cooling Elevated Dog Bed
We received a Furbo as part of a collab a few years ago and tbh, i think about canceling the monthly subscription more than i'd like to admit, but the piece of mind the notifications give me when i'm not home is worth every penny. that said, if i wer...
Furbo 360° Dog Camera
Before getting neutured, we strugged with woody basically inhaling his meals. this slow feeder fits perfectly inside of his regular bowl (that is raised in a stand) and is great quality
Coomazy Large Silicone Slow Feeder Dog Bowl
Another great-quality slow feeder we've had for years!
Coomazy Slow Feeder Dog Bowl
Treats & Chews
i'm the annoying person standing in the treat isle reading the back of every package.. here are some of our favorite natural dog treats :)
NO Raw Hide around here
Beef Cheek Rolls | Extra Thick 3 Count
LOVE Full Moon Jerkys! they go on sale fairly often, i typically order new protein options to try out during prime sales and whatnot
Full Moon Dog Jerky
Recently got a bag of Full Moons Turkey/Cranberry treats to try out- these ones are definitely messier than their jerkies but woody goes cray cray anytime i touch the bag because he loves them so much lol
Full Moon Turkey Cranberry Sausage
If you have a popcorn loving pup, i HIGHLY recommend one of these poppers. I always pop woody his own little bowl using this so he can enjoy a treat with me. I pop his bowl first, (which also helps “preheat” it so the next batch pops to its full pote...
Microwave Popcorn Popper
We got a few bags of these in Colorado during goldens in golden this year and woody is OBSESSED
Pet Popcorn: Freeze-Dried Raw Treats - Alligator
Toys
a tired dog is a good dog!
my golden is OBSESSED with tennis balls, which is totally cool except that we live in an apartment and i can only imagine how our downstairs neighbors feel about us… the good news is, he loves these “balls” just as much! when he brings us a tennis ba...
ZippyPaws Interactive Dog Toys | Popcorn Bucket
This was one of woodys first toys and he still plays with the small squirrels almost every day lol. idk what it is about small stuffies but the dude is obsessed
Outward Hound Interactive Squirrel Dog Toy