Puppy gear shopping

corbinam said:
That's a great list! The only thing I would say (and this is a somewhat polarizing opinion) is that I would avoid using the laser pointer. Shelties can easily fixate on them and become obsessive. It can easily generalize to all sources of light/reflections. There are so many other fun toys out there I never wanted to risk it.
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Totally right! I edited the post and replaced it with a flashlight :)
 
mom2b said:
I will list what I got:

Grooming tools:
-thinning shears
-straight (?) shears, like...normal scissors i guess
-pin brush
-rake (for shedding season)
-slicker brush (a medium sized one and a smaller one for behind ears)
-fluffy puppy shampoo (smells soooo good)
-deodorizing spray (just in case)
-waterless shampoo (for quick fixes :p)
-puppy cologne
-ear cleaner
-dremel
-puppy wipes
-tootbrush and toothpaste
-old towel for baths :)

Toys:
-KONG (puppy medium size, the smal is TOO small)
-stuffed toys
-squeakys
-teething rings
-anything to play tug-o-war :p
-flashlight, they love to chase it but be careful with the eyes :)
-rollee ball
-kong balls

MISC.
-Pee pee pads (just in case you need to take her potty to a not so safe place)
-Crate (and travel crate for the car)
-bed
-collar (xs, 6-12inches, for first weeks, don't overspend on this one since you'll have to buy a Small sized one pretty quick)
-martingale collar (small. you won't need this for now)
-leash (4 ft for the first weeks, then upgrade to 6ft)
-blanket
-water bowl
-food bowl (get a cat sized bowl for the first weeks, upgrade to the next size when puppy starts eating more)
-xpen (36")
-crate cover
-plastic bags (pick up bags)
-pet gate
-treats
-food container

hmmm..i think I got it all, if i missed anything i'll update the post! :)
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Holy Cow!!! We're going to need a U-Haul!!!:smile2:
 
The shopping never ends.

Bailey is almost 7 months & it seems I am always at the pet store ( or online) buying something.

Just bought a Dremel online- free shipping $30....new brush, carseat harnesh & food samples this week.....new harness....treats last week

Last 2 months- dog gate, more toys....groomer... :winkgrin:
 
I recommend ear gluing/taping, leash, baby collar, soft toys, treats, dog food, dog bowls, water bowl, a gate/xpen/etc some way to keep them in, a brush, and maybe a dog bed.

That being said, all of this for our next puppy I'm just reusing. Yay for being able to reuse things. So if you plan on another puppy sometime, make sure you hold on to things. I also wouldn't stock pile on dog toys or brushes just yet until you learn the type of toys your puppy likes. Some don't like certain kinds.

Also to save money: Make sure you look in clearance bins! That's where I find a lot of my dog toys and the dogs don't know the difference :)
 
I'm going to echo melbell on the toys. Watson is more of a cat toy kind of guy although he has an unstuffed beaver and weasel he will play with sometimes. I continue to waste money on dog toys since, you know- he's a dog and all. Once you trust her to not gobble them up, I'd recommend some cat toys... I also go to the clearance bin for them.
 
Bitter Apple, a large box, treats, ball, soft frisbee, camera

I added the box as just like kids you would be amazed how fun that can be :yes: Sca had a large box that he pounced into oblivion. He had a fort, a scary cave, a king of the mountain platform and finally something to pounce on. Oh and it was all a box :lol:
 
Justicemom said:
Actually IMO no herding dog should be taught to chase any of any kind. I have seen too many dogs with OCD about light chasing to never recommend it.
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Yep no lasers, Sca went off the deep end. It was fun for a bit then he would be obsessed with searching for the red dot any time he was outside, not good.
 
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