Everything on here is something my dog, Kip, and all the pups I care for use on a regular basis. I'm a professional pet caretaker in NYC, so if it's on this list, it's earned its spot through playtime, walks, and boarding. Tried, true, and well-loved...
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The Magical Must-Haves
Kip's Toy Box
Fresh & Fluffy Essentials
The Magical Must-Haves
These are the daily-use basics I've relied on while raising Kip, plus everything that gets me through walks, boarding, and daycare.
Tiny treats perfect for training
BUDDY BISCUITS Trainers Training Bites Bacon Flavor
Great long-lasting enrichment
CHEWY MADE Standard Bully Stick 6" Dog Treats
Super comfortable washable dog bed
FURHAVEN Calming Cuddler Long Fur Donut Bolster Dog Bed
Quality water bowl that won't leave a puddle
FEEDOO No Spill & Anti-Splash Non-Slip Base Water Bowl
Very simple to put on. Love the front and back clip options and adjustablility
ShawnCo Dream Walk No-Pull Dog Harness
Long-lasting fish skin chews
THE HONEST KITCHEN Human Grade Cod Skin Chews
Great low slow bowl for brachy breeds
WEST PAW Feast Mat Dog Slow Bowl
Amazing for removing pet hair from furniture
FRISCO Pet Hair Remover Roller
Great to have on-hand for ingestion emergencies
READYRESCUE Detoxifier & Poison First Aid Kit for Pets
Gentle and perfect for cuts and hot spots
Vetericyn Plus Antimicrobial Wound & Skin Care Pet Spray
Adjustable, quality, and perfect for travel or hiking
WILD ONE Hands-Free Adjustable Rope Dog Leash
Kip's Toy Box
Kip's personal stash (plus a few crowd-pleasers from the pups I care for). If it's in here, it's survived lots of playtime.
Best soccer-style ball and Kip goes crazy for it
JOLLY PETS Bounce-n-Play Dog Ball Toy
The “bacon ball” - every dog goes absolutely bonkers for this ball
Hartz Dura Play Ball Squeaky Latex Dog Toy
Great flying fetch toy
CHUCKIT! Zipflight Disc Dog Toy
Amazing for indoor fetch or enrichment
JW Pet Hol-ee Roller Dog Toy
Soft quiet ball for indoor play
CHUCKIT! Indoor Ball Dog Toy
Very durable squeaky tug toy
Outward Hound Durablez Snake Tough Squeaky Dog Tug Toy
Fresh & Fluffy Essentials
Keeping Kip and my boarders fresh between park days (and after them). Useful, efficient picks for real NYC doggos, even the ones who'd rather skip grooming.
Hands-down best de-shedding tool for coats of all lengths and types
FURMINATOR Dog Hair Deshedding Tool
Gentle multi-purpose comb
FRISCO Cat & Dog Combo Brush
Great for daily brushing and reaching the back teeth
Soft Small Kids' Toothbrush
Great on a cotton round for general eye care
Vetericyn Plus Antimicrobial Eye Wash for Dogs and Cats
Really great dog shampoo that leaves the coat soft and shiny. No synthetic detergents or foaming agents
Dr. Bronner's Magic Pure Castile Liquid Soap Body Wash
