What to get?
I have not even looked at new pet products for 14 years. What do I need to get besides a crate? When B died I got rid of everything because I did not think I would ever get another dog. We were so upset, but being in the quite, still, house .,we are misable. So we bought an OES .I have no dishes, collars,what size for 3 month old? |
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3 months I think average is 20lbs but boy do they grow fast 2 to 4lbs a week. Do not go crzy on toy unless real tuff, they rib them up so fast. Mine liked and stiff do pop bottles...... bounce sheets, socks,shoes, j cloths, THE CAT, THE POODLE, anything that belongs to my daughter(they do that to p___her off, I swear) oh cat pooh 
Do put them on a good pup food you will be thankful. Pooper Scooper, dog beds not really needed mine like the floor. |
| YAY! This is wonderful news! I am so happy for you - of course the new puppy will never replace B, but you will have such joy returned to your house!!
Although we are forever getting some new things, this is what I would recommend for when you bring new puppy home: - stainless steel bowls (maybe something sturdy or on a stand so puppy doesn't flip it over) - collar with a buckle (I had a small one from Old Navy at first and then changed it around the 8 month-ish mark. I'm not sure of the exact size, but get something really adjustable and that should solve the problem) - a leash - maybe a blanket or bed, something to give puppy a comfy spot that's all his/her own - toys such as a kong, maybe a stuffed animal that's big and comfy, and definitely things to chew on! - small sized treats that are good for training (should be low calorie so you can give many of them without worrying about excessive weight gain) - non-dog toys that Tucker LOVES are tennis balls and empty water or pop bottles (take of the top and plastic ring first) -where do you live? You may want to designate some towels for snowy or sandy paws -food! -poop bags -look into obedience classes if you're interested in that -vet appointments for first shots and exams -bristle brush, comb, nail clippers, small scissors for pads and eyes Umm....a lot of those things are self-explanatory and pretty obvious, but thought I'd throw it all in there just in case. Anything else, anyone?????? |
| I agree with what Mel says she has listed everything you need although please keep away from tennis balls as they can wear the teeth down through time because of the material that is used If you live in the states you have some super products especially made for our furry friends.
http://www.planetdog.com/orbee.aspx |
dairymaid wrote: I agree with what Mel says she has listed everything you need although please keep away from tennis balls as they can wear the teeth down through time because of the material that is used If you live in the states you have some super products especially made for our furry friends.
http://www.planetdog.com/orbee.aspx Good to know, Stewart - I was unaware of the tennis ball thing. Perhaps a ball intended for dogs would be better. I have also heard that dogs can squish the tennis ball into such a shape that it can actually fit into and block their esophagus, which would obviously be very dangerous. |
| Interesting about the tennis balls. That makes sense, as I know of 2 other uses for them that support the fact that they are tough on the outside.
They are split open and slipped over the legs of walkers to make them slide easier on the floor when patients use them. This helps if you have one without wheels, but want to make them slide forward easier. The newest use is by the janitor at the elementary school I do nursing visits at. The ball is split open and put on the end of a long wooden handle - like a broom handle. He uses it to remove the scuff marks that the kids black snow boots make on the floors. Everyday he is there, rubbing the marks out with the tennis ball. I asked him how long each ball lasts - he said he only changes them once or twice a year!!  That is how abrasive and tough the outside of tennis balls really are! |
Mel & Tucker wrote: ...
-bristle brush, comb, nail clippers, small scissors for pads and eyes Umm....a lot of those things are self-explanatory and pretty obvious, but thought I'd throw it all in there just in case. Anything else, anyone?????? All good except use straight pinned pin brushes, not a bristle brush. You need a good pin brush to groom right down to the skin. Bristle brushes simply can't do this. Also get a grooming table. It makes grooming so much easier on you and sets the "stage" for your puppy to know that it is grooming time and the grooming place so playing etc is put on hold until he/she is taken off the table. Thanks and Cheers Carl |
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