List of things you should have before getting a puppy?

Question

okay so I'm getting a puppy and this is the list of things I've thought of please tell me if I'm missing anything (its a yorkie! =])

crate
brush
shampoo
food
toys
leash
harness
blanket
food and water bowls
possibly a one of those metal fence things to close off an area of a room
and nutrical

anything else?

Answer 1

Patience!!!!!

Answer 2

Oh she's a really really cute puppy! I'm not good at naming. But something that matches her personality and her looks would be good. You can look at baby name books and see if you can find anything. Here's the things you will need 1. Food Bowl 2. Water Bowl 3. Leash 4. Collar or Harness 5. Name Tag 6.Crate 7. Dog Food Container to store the dog food in 8. Dog Food. See what the people you buy her from are feeding her from and buy the same stuff. 9. Toys 10. Chew bones, rawhide's something she can chew on. 11. Brush, comb, shampoo, other grooming supplies 12. Puppy Pads 13. Treats for her. Like if you start training her. Things to help with training like a Clicker 14. Dog Bed 15. Dog Blanket 16. Dog Toothbrush and Dog Toothpaste 14. Make an appointment for your Vet to get her a Check-Up and shots. Hope I helped! Good Luck with your new cute puppy! P.S. If I think of some more things I will add it.

Answer 3

enroll in puppy class by the time the little one is 14 weeks old. Also, don't get a puppy until it is at least 8 weeks old. It needs the socialization.
You will also needs lots of time and commitment.
Check out the ultimate puppy toolkit. It is a lifesaver.
I would also go with crate training... makes everything easier and gives the pup its own room.

Answer 4

Looks good, just make sure the toys are big enough that (s)he can't fit the whole thing in it's mouth. It seems obvious, but lots of pet owners make this mistake.

Oh yeah, and you should get one of those tags from PetSmart that lists the pup's name, address and your phone number and keep it on him at all times.

Have fun with the new puppy! :)

Answer 5

Feed, bowls, crate, leash and collar, shampoo, brush and a few toys (Not stuffed) is all you need. The best thing you can do is keep him safe by getting his shots and to keep him at home until a week after the second shot.

Remember that he will grow so buy as little and as cheap as you can. Harnesses are costly and not necessary, he will grow out of it before he even has a chance to go out. Here are some house training tips. Don't throw money down the drain by buying unneccesary items, you will find that they are quite useless.

First of all save your sanity and the carpets by not using paper or pads and house train her to go outside. Teaching her to go on paper or a pad is fine only if you keep it that way. Training her to go on paper then outside will only cause you to have to house train her twice. I love dogs and own a Golden Retriever but who wants to train a dog twice.

Next thing you need to do is keep a crate and don't pen her in the kitchen or any other room. Only use the crate when you are unable to watch her but make sure the crate is of the proper size. Crates should just be big enough to allow the dog to stand up, stretch and turn around in. Dogs will not relieve themselves in the area they are sleeping unless they absolutely cannot hold it. Also there should not be anything left in the crate that the puppy can chew such as stuffed animals or blankets. If she does happen to have an accident in the crate these will retain moisture and the mess will be harder for you to clean.

When she is inside and out of the crate you can tether her to you, so that you can watch her closely. This also teaches her to be on a lead and at the same time she can be with you. If you don't want to tether her then when she's not crated you have to watch her like a hawk, not only in case she relieves herself, but for her own safety. She will chew things she shouldn't that can be very dangerous. Many dogs have been electrocuted because of chewing through power cords.

To house train her. Take her outside every 20 minutes by carrying her, she hopefully won't pee on you while in your arms. Tell her "Outside" in an exuberant and happy voice. Take her to where you want her to go, put the lead on her a tell her "Go Pee" watch her and when she goes praise her profusely. Something like " Good Girl, Go Pee" and make sure you pet her at the same time. Take her back inside, into the crate, tethered or just watching her. She will have accidents and (You have to catch her in the act) when she does, show her what she did and say in a stern low voice "No potty". It's not what you are saying that gets her attention it's how you say it. Take her outside as above and say " Go Pee". She likely won't because she just went in the house. Stay outside for a few minutes and bring her back in. If train is consistent it should take no longer than 10-14 days.

Answer 6

Secure all electrical cords so he is not able to get to them. A handy tip: You can use Tabasco sauce to stop him from biting the cords.
Crawl around your home. Pretend you are the puppy and see things from his point of view. Objects like paper clips, pins and tacks should not be placed where he can swallow them. Define the areas your puppy will have access to. If you don’t want him in the bedroom, make sure you keep the door closed at all time or purchase child safety gates to stop him from entering.

Another thing: Puppies tend to view your shoes, umbrellas, and even your underwear as toys. Basically, anything on the floor is fair game. So make sure you don’t give him a chance to misbehave by leaving your precious Gucci shoes around.

First purchases

The most important purchase would be your pup’s crate. This can be a wire cage that is big enough for his eventual adult size. A crate is a place where your pup feels safe in and is usually used for housebreaking purposes.

For bedding, you can use towels or commercial crate pads or even make your own pillows. However, you’ll need to purchase a few as these may easily get soiled and need to be washed.

You will also need to get his food and water bowls. It is advisable to obtain bowls that are heavier to prevent the puppy from toppling them. There are many types in the market, from plastic to ceramic to stainless steel ones.

Your purchase will depend on your budget, but in my experience ceramic bowls are preferable – that is, until they grow big enough to kick the bowl into the drain and break them.

Make sure you wash the food bowl after every feeding to prevent bacterial growth. As for his water needs, you may want to get a water bottle over a water bowl. Dogs with furry faces like the Shih Tzu, Schnauzer and terriers should use the water bottle so that they don’t drench their faces every time they get thirsty.

It is also vital to purchase a collar and a leash. Your puppy needs to get used to wearing a collar from an early age. Don’t worry if he keeps scratching at the collar. Your first leash should be lightweight for the pup’s comfort. If you start him off with a heavy leash, he might decide not to have anything to do with a leash again.

And yes, toys! Shopping for toys is a fun thing to do. However, do not purchase toys small enough for your pup to swallow. Always check your dog’s toys for wear-and-tear. When they get too worn out, throw them out.

One more thing, though, take him to your veterinarian for a check-up first. You can make an appointment before you collect your puppy.

Now that your beloved puppy is home, take good care of him. Let him settle down in his new home for a while before you take him out and about, or let outsiders come over to play with him. Make him feel loved and secure. As he grows to trust you and your family, you will be surprised at how lovable he can be.

Things to buy for your puppy

1. Crate/cage
2. Feeding bowl
3. Drinking bowl/bottle
4. Soft collar and light leash
5. Dog shampoo
6. Chew toys
7. Puppy food
8. Puppy comb or brush

Answer 7

The name and contact info of a good, reliable veterinarian
The name and contact info for a good, reliable emergency veterinary hospital (just in case)
The name and contact info of a good, reliable obedience club.
The name and contact info of a good, reliable boarding facility.

Appointment with Vet to have puppy spayed/neutered at the appropriate age.

Answer 8

puppy classes!
patience
teething rings for pups (plastic toys)
playpen-work great when you want him/her to stay in one place. put him/her in there when you are unable to suprivise
collar
treats (healthy ones with no bi-products)
get lots of sleep before you get him/her cause you won't get any sleep for a while!
Tick tock clock, put this next to his crate when he whines and cries all night...it helps. along with good padding and toy (his favorite) to stay in the crate for night time.
Have fun!!!! It's a lot of work...but they are so worth it.

Answer 9

rawhides, definitely those metal fences, puppy training classes, a book that tells you things you need and advice about puppies.
the book should tell you things that you need.
good luck!!!

Answer 10

if the crate is a doggie bed then ok
pet nail clipper is probably it but if you find some extra things in the pet store then sure get em. other than that u got all the basics. oh and congrats on your new dog=)

Answer 11

lots of love for the puppy