New puppy? Here are things that were great for us when we got ours!

I was CLUELESS when it came to getting things for a new puppy - we never had pets growing up, so I didn't even know where to start. I was thankful to have suggestions from friends!  I've put together a list of the things that we have used and really liked.  We have a Shichon/Zuchon -  a mix of a Shih Tzu & a Bichon Frise - so this list can be helpful for a small dog - some things may be too small for a larger pup.  I hope this helps!

-Sara

Items for the home

30" crate with divider:
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Carpet cleaning spray:
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Neater Feeder bowls to help with spills:
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Speaking of house training - we use these biodegradable bags to pick up his little gifts outside. ;)
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Want to block off some areas in your house? 
We have these gates in different areas - and all work great for our different needs.
Gate with walk through door: https://amzn.to/39rSplo
Retractable gate: https://amzn.to/2UsWdyR
​Adjustable gate, fits a wider opening than a normal doorway: https://amzn.to/2xzXOtm

Travel items

Seatbelts for headrests:
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Car booster seat (we got the medium for our small pup):
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Travel bag - it has containers for food and treats - and two collapsible bowls as well!
https://amzn.to/2UMqvLX

Car seat covers - this isn't the exact one we have, but we brought him home with one similar, it had the zip up sides which let him move around without getting hurt. (Along with a child holding him too)
https://amzn.to/3dAqpiN

Harness/Leash

Harness - we ordered the XS for him when we got him as a pup. 
At 7 months, we ordered the Small.
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Leash to match:
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Want something a little more sturdy/substantial? 
This Ruffwear harness has been great too:
Front Range Every Day Harness

Grooming

Comb for the body:
https://amzn.to/2JoqNDs

Comb that we use for his tears:
https://amzn.to/3dD5hZi

Self Cleaning brush:
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Treats/chew toys

No-Hide chews - the ONLY thing that kept him occupied for any amount of time:
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He likes these also as he's gotten bigger:
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Kong toy - we filled with peanut butter or plain yogurt:
https://amzn.to/2QMFAvJ

Zuke's training treats - we used these for housetraining:
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We use these Zuke's treats when he goes in his crate:
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Himalayan Dog Chew:
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Bully sticks:
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Toys

Ball dog toys:
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We got most of these at Marshalls - but he loves the burrowing toys:
Penguins in Igloo: https://amzn.to/33ZtDZ2
Popcorn: https://amzn.to/2QTebIp
Banana with monkeys: https://amzn.to/2xucF8P

Just for fun

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