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Puppy Resources
Bringing home a new puppy is very exciting, but it can be overwhelming at times! This page is to provide resources for new puppy owners and focuses on safe toys and treats, proper containment, etc.
Crates
Crate training is one of the most important lessons a young dog or puppy will learn, and can quite literally be a life saver. Choosing the proper crate is very important but can be difficult as there are so many on the market. We highly suggest purchasing a wire crate with a divider. Purchase a crate large enough for your dog when they are fully grown, they will grow into the crate and you can move the divider as they grow. This option is much better than purchasing a new crate every time your puppy gets larger.
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Teething Toys
Young puppies explore their environment with curiosity, and often times with their mouth. Their sharp puppy teeth will eventually fall out and be replaced with larger, more dull (thankfully) adult teeth. As this happens, they will need toys and chews in a variety of textures to ease them through the process and prevent destruction of items in the home. These are some of our suggested products!
Kong Toy
Kong is a very well known dog company that has been around for years. There are multiple uses for the classic Kong, such as filling them with dog-safe peanut butter and freezing them for a treat to keep busy and filling with the dog or puppies kibble to make meal time more interactive! They have an array of toys that are durable and last for years.
Starmark Chew Toy
Starmark pet products has a line of chew toys with a long-lasting treat in the center that is a favorite with both adult dogs and young dogs. They provide hours of entertainment and some can also be used to hide treats or kibble inside!