Puppy Supplies Shopping List

Welcome back! Let's make sure you have a good game plan when you hit the pet store to stock up on the necessities for your new pup!
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This list is broken into essentials and nice-to-haves so you can stock up smart (and skip the $140 organic bamboo puppy mattress… for now).
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📍 Pro Tip: Start with the basics. You’ll figure out what your puppy actually needs once you’ve lived together for a few days.
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✅ The Essentials

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High-quality puppy food (same brand as the breeder/shelter at first)
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Stainless steel or ceramic food and water bowls
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Crate with divider (metal, not soft-sided for chewers)
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Bedding (inexpensive and washable—chewing happens)
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Adjustable collar and ID tag with your phone number
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4–6 foot leash (nylon or rope, not retractable)
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Front-clip harness (adjustable, secure)
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Training treats (small, soft, high-value)
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Chew toys (e.g., frozen Kongs, puppy-safe Nylabones)
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Poop bags + holder
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Enzymatic cleaner (for accidents)
📌 Pro Tip: Invest in a Fi Collar or Whistle Go Explore tracking collar and keep your pup safe.

🧼 Grooming Basics

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Dog-safe shampoo (puppy-specific if possible)
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Brush (type depends on your dog’s coat, i.e. Slicker Brush for long haired breeds)
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Nail clippers or Dremel nail grinder
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Dog toothpaste and toothbrush (start early!)
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Cotton pads and ear cleaner (vet-approved)

🧸 Nice-to-Haves (But Not Day-One Essentials)

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Puzzle toys or snuffle mats for mental stimulation
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Baby gates to block off rooms
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Clicker (if using clicker training)
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Travel carrier or seatbelt harness
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Food storage container
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Lick mats or slow-feeder bowls
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First aid kit (see Bonus Chapter 7)
✨ Enjoy this checklist?
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Not quite ready?
Check out some of our other free tools:

→ Puppy Proofing Checklist

→ Kids & Puppies Starter Pack

→ Lost Dog Playbook
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