Please find below a basic list of puppy essentials. You can purchase yourselves or I sell a puppy starter kit this must be booked prior to picking up your puppy, usually before the puppies are 5 weeks old.  Or alternatively, support your local pet shops or I find Amazon supplies everything listed below.
  • Crate – size 36-42
  • Large sheet to cover the crate leaving the doorway uncovered – I often use an old single sized duvet cover
  • Ticking clock – said to mimic mums heartbeat or a snuggle puppy which mimics mums heartbeat and comes with a pack to heat in the microwave
  • Microwaveable heat pad if not purchasing the snuggle puppy – please consider the time of year and temperature of your puppies sleeping area
  • Bed – soft bed with edges – preferably with a removable cover. I buy mine on Amazon or Costco
  • Blanket
  • Soft toys approved for puppies/dogs
  • Stag horn or puppy teething rings
  • Puppy pads / or collect newspapers / poo bags
  • Puppy sized collar and lead. A tag is a really good idea. Do not put your dogs name just a couple of mobile numbers
  • Ceramic / Stainless steel feeding and water bowl. Be sure to clean daily and bleach once a week
  • Dog food – Burns puppy chicken and rice
  • Antibacterial wipes / kitchen roll for any accidents
  • Pets at home do a good odour neutralisers cleaner spray
  • Training treats and a belt pouch or bum bag. I walk my dogs everyday and always use a bum bag – in this I put treats, poo bags, my phone and some antibac gel or wipes
  • Puppy shampoo and conditioner
  • Brush and wide tooth comb

To Dos

Before the eagerly awaited day arrives to bring your new puppy home, there are a few things you can do to aid his transition and to get you as organised as possible.
  • Decide on your puppies sleep area. This should be in a draught free area of the house.
  • Use the shopping list to purchase basic items.
  • Set up the crate, stow away food.  A large plastic container with secure lid is advisable so the food stays fresh.
  • Research local vets – make an appointment for health check and second injection. Dates to be advised.
  • Research good puppy training classes / one-on one trainers. Book your puppy on a class for one week after their second injection. A good training school will check your vaccination paperwork prior to starting.  Good classes tend to get  booked up months in advance so be sure to book on sooner rather than later.
  • Read a good puppy training book e.g. The Perfect Puppy by Gwen Bailey.
  • Research groomers – Check groomers have the necessary qualifications. Try to go on recommendation, again a good groomers will be booked up months in advance. It is good practice to get a young puppy used to the grooming process. It is best to book in for a puppy bath initially, which is a gentle introduction, then in time build up to a full blown bath, cut and blow dry.
  • Arrange travel to pick up your puppy. If you are travelling long distances it is advisable to have another set of helping hands, secure crate with comfy bed, water dispenser/ food and training pads for the journey home.
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Please find below a basic list of puppy essentials. You can purchase yourselves or I sell a puppy starter kit this must be booked prior to picking up your puppy, usually before the puppies are 5 weeks old.  Or alternatively, support your local pet shops or I find Amazon supplies everything listed below.

  • Crate – size 36-42
  • Large sheet to cover the crate leaving the doorway uncovered – I often use an old single sized duvet cover
  • Ticking clock – said to mimic mums heartbeat or a snuggle puppy which mimics mums heartbeat and comes with a pack to heat in the microwave
  • Microwaveable heat pad if not purchasing the snuggle puppy – please consider the time of year and temperature of your puppies sleeping area
  • Bed – soft bed with edges – preferably with a removable cover. I buy mine on Amazon or Costco
  • Blanket
  • Soft toys approved for puppies/dogs
  • Stag horn or puppy teething rings
  • Puppy pads / or collect newspapers / poo bags
  • Puppy sized collar and lead. A tag is a really good idea. Do not put your dogs name just a couple of mobile numbers
  • Ceramic / Stainless steel feeding and water bowl. Be sure to clean daily and bleach once a week
  • Dog food – Burns puppy chicken and rice
  • Antibacterial wipes / kitchen roll for any accidents
  • Pets at home do a good odour neutralisers cleaner spray
  • Training treats and a belt pouch or bum bag. I walk my dogs everyday and always use a bum bag – in this I put treats, poo bags, my phone and some antibac gel or wipes
  • Puppy shampoo and conditioner
  • Brush and wide tooth comb

To Dos

Before the eagerly awaited day arrives to bring your new puppy home, there are a few things you can do to aid his transition and to get you as organised as possible.

  • Decide on your puppies sleep area. This should be in a draught free area of the house.
  • Use the shopping list to purchase basic items.
  • Set up the crate, stow away food.  A large plastic container with secure lid is advisable so the food stays fresh.
  • Research local vets – make an appointment for health check and second injection. Dates to be advised.
  • Research good puppy training classes / one-on one trainers. Book your puppy on a class for one week after their second injection. A good training school will check your vaccination paperwork prior to starting.  Good classes tend to get  booked up months in advance so be sure to book on sooner rather than later.
  • Read a good puppy training book e.g. The Perfect Puppy by Gwen Bailey.
  • Research groomers – Check groomers have the necessary qualifications. Try to go on recommendation, again a good groomers will be booked up months in advance. It is good practice to get a young puppy used to the grooming process. It is best to book in for a puppy bath initially, which is a gentle introduction, then in time build up to a full blown bath, cut and blow dry.
  • Arrange travel to pick up your puppy. If you are travelling long distances it is advisable to have another set of helping hands, secure crate with comfy bed, water dispenser/ food and training pads for the journey home.