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Everything you need to keep your puppy safe, happy, healthy, and well-behaved.
Promising review: "I have a stubborn puppy that would never take his medicine. We tried hiding his pill in hot dogs, luncheon meat, and peanut butter, but he would always eat around the pill or spit it out. These Pill Pockets make the process much easier; he swallows it whole and never spits it out. We were skeptical at first, but now we always have them on hand." —Jake
Get it from Amazon for $7.98+ (or Subscribe & Save for $7.58, available in three sizes).
Promising review: "A year ago, our puppy jumped on our bed and peed right on our brand new mattress. We used a steam cleaner and Nature's Miracle Urine Remover, but a bright, yellow stain was left behind. Recently, I ordered a bottle of this, sprayed the stain, let it sit for two minutes, and scrubbed it clean with a white cloth. The stain is completely gone! I could not believe it. Now, I am a loyal customer." —Dsbeach
Get it from Amazon for $19.97+ (or Subscribe & Save for $18.97/month, available in two sizes).
Promising review: "I raised a puppy when I was much younger but, after reading this book, I realized that there is so much more I could've done to prepare for that experience. Knowing what I do now because of Cesar's book (and his show!), I could've been a much better communicator with my dog. My husband has never owned a dog, and I feel like I have gotten as much out of this book as he has. Cesar explains everything in detail and discusses common problems that cause behavioral issues. Giving the pup the right praise and discipline at the right times is imperative for encouraging good behaviors. I am going to read it and review it again within the next month to prepare for our new pup. All in all, if you only buy and read one book to prepare for a pup, make it this one. You won't regret it." —K. Goodwin
Get it from Amazon for $10.88+ (available in five formats).
Promising review: "This leash is the best thing I've purchased in a long time! I'm so excited about it. My dog is very play-motivated, so I used to train him in the backyard where I could throw the ball. It's gotten more difficult since we moved into an apartment. When we go to the dog park, there are always other people there. Now that I have what I've been referring to as the "super leash," I can take him to any grassy area where we aren't trespassing, and I can train him with the thing that motivates him the most: his ball. I can't express how happy I am with this purchase. It's flexible and doesn't get caught on things in the grass like other long lines I've had. I'm thrilled with it and I know my boy is, too!" —Jade
Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in 10 colors and five sizes).
Promising review: "This playpen is perfect! It’s nice to be able to keep my new puppy safe while I am gardening, making dinner, etc. It was easy to put together and seems durable. My puppy is safe, contained, and, at only 4 lbs the playpen, has plenty of room. Still, it does not take up too much space in my home. Two thumbs up!" —Jacqueleena
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in two colors and three styles).
Promising review: "I have had this for about three weeks and it is the most stylish and functional dog treat holder I have ever used! It truly does carry everything you need so that you don’t have to walk around with a bunch of stuff in your pockets! I wear the strap around my waist; it is soft and very easy to adjust. My dogs listen so much better knowing that they will possibly get a treat if they come when called. It really helps me train my pups. I really hope this holds up for a long time; if it doesn't, I will certainly buy another!" —Jamesnjeans
Get it from Amazon for $15.95.
Promising review: "I bought this to take our new puppy home and to take my cat to the vet. Gone are the days of reaching all the way in to get the cat out of the front door! It's so much more convenient to open the top door and pull him out that way. It's large enough to give him a comfortable, safe home to sleep in. The kennel comes with a small dual compartment dish, so it works great for traveling and road trips. Out of the five carriers I've had over my life, this is by far my favorite. I'm betting it will last a lot longer than the previous ones." —Chris F
Get it from Amazon for $33.73+ (available in three colors and two sizes).
Promising review: "When I adopted my puppy from the shelter, he was extremely fearful; based on some of his behaviors and reactions to stimuli, he may very well have suffered from abuse. I've always been a huge believer in treating the root cause and not the symptom, but I wanted to try something to curb his anxiety while I showed him that the world isn't a scary place. It's been about a week since I purchased these hemp treats, and I have a different dog. His sensitivity to sound has improved tremendously, and he can relax to the point that he can focus on learning. After all, neither humans nor dogs learn well when we're anxious or stressed. I am very pleased with this product and highly recommend that you give them a try." —Yahtzee
Get it from Amazon for $29.96 (or Subscribe & Save for $26.96/month).
Promising review: "She went from terrorizing the Christmas tree to calm within minutes of putting it on. Our German shorthaired pointer is a very active puppy who suffers from separation anxiety. The Thundershirt has helped with her anxiety and calms her down when she's hyper. We highly recommend this product." —Mcpamswan
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in seven sizes).
Promising review: "We are so thrilled with this patio panel. We are on the upper level of a duplex-style apartment, and we've got a large patio where we have a large potty pad. This door allows our pup to let herself out whenever she needs, and it has aided in the housebreaking process. It fits cleanly in our sliding glass door and leaves plenty of room for us humans to move through. It is 100% worth the money." —Jesse & Flanny
Get it from Amazon for $129.95+ (available in three colors, five styles, and two sizes).
Promising review: "My 9-week-old Goldendoodle puppy now knows how to sit, shake, lay down, and play dead! This cheap clicker will save you so much money. Don't waste your time on dog trainers... With this clicker and a bit of your time, your little puppy will know basic commands. I press the clicker and give her a Cheerio every time she masters a new command. Before we had it, she would get distracted and confused about why she was receiving a treat. Within 15-20 minutes of using this tool, my puppy can do all of the commands. It is really fun to teach her new commands because she catches on so quickly with the clicker." —Gina Solomon
Get it from Amazon for $3.99.
Promising review: "This is the best training aid I have used in the 25 years I have been training dogs. It's a modified version of clicker training, only better. My novice dog learned very quickly that the loud beep would be followed by treats and that following my commands would produce a beep. When we started agility training, she learned right away that if she navigated the weave poles correctly, she would get a treat!" —Dry-N-Dusty
Get it from Amazon for $119.95.
Promising review: "My puppy used to inhale her food so fast that immediately after she ate, she would regurgitate all of it, then eat it again—gross, I know. Because of her eating habits, I was seriously concerned about her stomach flipping. I purchased this bowl in hopes that I would get my puppy to eat at a slow, healthy rate... and that's exactly what it did! The first few times Rigby used the bowl, it took her about 15 minutes to finish a meal that normally lasts less than 30 seconds. She was frustrated at first, but after spending a month using the bowl, Rigby has figured out how to get around the obstacles and can finish her meal in 5-10 minutes. I'm happy that I no longer have to worry about her digestion. This bowl is amazing, and the non-slip grips work great, too. Thank you for keeping my puppy safe and entertained while she eats!" —Pen Name
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in six styles and four sizes).
Promising review: "I have a mini Schnauzer puppy and I love to hike, but I wasn't sure how long my puppy would be able to walk before getting tired. Having had a huge German shepherd in the past that used to just give up and force me to carry her 85-pound self back to the car, I decided to buy this carrier for my puppy. At first, she did not like it, but once she got really tired on our hike, she let me put her inside. Sometimes, I'll carry her around the house while I do my chores if she's being extra needy. It has held up quite nicely." —ycybarra
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in 11 colors and four sizes).
Promising review: "I have a very active Australian shepherd puppy, so I would be lost without this seat cover. It is a lifesaver! It’s rugged, well made, protects the seats, and so easy to clean. My puppy got sick and had diarrhea on it a few days ago. I took it out, sprayed it down with the hose, scrubbed it with cleaner and a stiff brush, and it was as good as new. I like the tough mesh material on the underside as it allows for ventilation. You will not regret this seat cover. It is the best." —Ann lane
Get it from Amazon for $33.96+ (available in four colors and two sizes).
Promising review: This is a great harness that allows my 9-month-old puppy to run around without choking herself. We have a home that backs up to the woods and has no fence, but lots of predators. We keep her on a 100-foot long leash that we attach to a spring in the ground. Both the spring and the harness prevent her from hurting herself when she reaches the end of her rope. Our puppy is not afraid to let us know when she doesn’t like something—click the nail clipper just once and she’ll go running for the hills! When she sees the vest, she comes running over to let us put it on. If it was uncomfortable, that certainly wouldn’t be the case." —Ant S
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 17 colors and six sizes).
Promising review: "This crate is durable, easy to set up, and easy to collapse. We can easily travel around with it. My puppy likes to gnaw on the metal bars and I haven't found a mark yet. The removable tray is extremely useful for cleaning up little puppy puddles! The divider is what really makes these crates a great buy. We wanted to get a crate that our cockapoo could move around in, so we got the 36-inch one that is way too big for him now that he is only eight weeks old. We were able to convert the cage into one that is much smaller. As he grows and gets house-trained, we will be able to move the divider further and further out and eventually remove it completely. There's no need to keep purchasing larger crates because this one grows with our little guy!" —JL1231
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four styles and seven shapes).
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