We had no idea we were getting a puppy—especially not at night when everything was already closing. As I sat there holding our brand new 8-week-old golden retriever, I was frantically Googling what stores were still open so we could grab the essentials for Molly.
What I quickly realized is that you don’t need to overspend to take good care of your puppy. This post is everything we actually use for her on a daily basis—simple, practical essentials that made those first days so much easier.
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Feeding Essentials
Open Farm Puppy Food
Super nutritious and high calories for a growing pup!
Slow Bowl Feeder
Great for those puppies who like to eat too fast!
Omega Oil
Great for Skin, coat & joint health
Day to Day Essentials
This collar is made of great material that doesn’t bother your puppies skin!
This water bottle has been a life saver! Its great for throwing in a bag for on the go!
Make sure to get a kennel big enough for when your pup is full size! Having a kennel helped so much with potty training!
Treat bag is a must for helping with training! This one is magentic and clips on easily to pants!
This snuggles pup helped Molly feel safe and comfortable. It has a heartbeat and warm packs to insert to mimic mama!
This long leash is great for potty breaks! Until your pup knows full recall you will want to keep them on a leash even for going potty, so you don’t have to chase them around in your yard!
Getting a puppy can feel overwhelming at first, but it really doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. These are the products we actually use every day with Molly, and they’ve made things so much easier for us. If you’re bringing home a new puppy soon, I hope this helps you feel a little more prepared and a lot less stressed.