Definitely the margaritas...lol....
Ok, here is a list that was given to me by Diane Buckland, Tarawood OES and is what she recommends to all her puppy people to make sure they start off on the right foot, right off the bat. (Thank you Diane!)
Everything on this list can be found at www.petsupplyhouse.com and I'm sure at many other pet supply websites, or if you don't shop online you can take the list to your local pet supply store and have them order whatever is not in stock. I personally feel the only essentials, aside from food, collars, leads, treats, toys, etc... is the pin brush, whatever brand you choose. I would say that the best brands are #1AllSystems, and Hindes. JMO A combination comb, steel, Resco is good. For a puppy that is about it. They grow fast though.
It is best to get them in the habit of grooming, even if it seems they don't need it, because they will later. Get them used to you cleaning their ears, trimming their nails, trimming fur between the paw pads and around the bum, it will make it easier later. IMO the only mat removal tool you need is your fingers and the comb. A spray bottle filled with water and about an ounce of whatever conditioner will help with grooming. Shampoo doesn't matter much either unless the dog has skin problems. I usually use whatever is handy that we buy for ourselves, and cowboy magic is my favorite for animal shampoos.
Ok, so here is a list. (With Canadian prices, may not be current)
Basic Grooming Tools & Equipment
for the Old English Sheepdog
Basic
1. # 1 All Systems Pin Brush regular
.BR 702
.$ 21.40
2. Doggy Man Large Slicker Brush
..BR 072
.$ 17.70
3. Classic , Groom Master combination comb ...CB5218
$ 17.00
4. Resco Wide Toothed Comb
..CB 703
. $ 21.35
5. Doggy Man Nail Clippers large
...NT024
.....
$ 24.30
6. Vari Dog Crate ..# 500
.DC500
.. ....$ 159.95
Nice things to have
7. Stainless steel Water Pail [ for crate ]
.FD11F
..$ 11.90
[ NEEDING A DOUBLE ENDED SNAP TO ATTACH IN CRATE ]
8. Stainless Steel food dish & water dish [ for everyday ]
9. Grooming Table ,,24 x 36 inches .
GT236
.$ 132.30
10. Grooming Arm & clamp
.GT001
$ 33.40
11. Grooming arm noose
GT003
$ 5.95
12. Scissors & Thinning Shears
.various prices .
[ For trimming bum, and feet ]
13. Litter Scoops
rake & scoop [reg]
LS041
.$ 27.95
14. Plastic bin for dry dog food
available at Petsmart
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15. Toys ..here you can go wild ,, check that they are washable
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