If you’re bringing home a new puppy, use our Checklist below
to help ensure that you have all the basic essentials to keep your new companion
secure, healthy, happy and well-trained, and to keep your home environment safe and intact.
For a Print-friendly downloadable version of this Check-List (pdf format), Click here.
| Category |
Essential or Important
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Desirable or Optional
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| Feeding |
Puppy Food |
Storage bin for dry food |
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Bowls for food & water |
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Training treats |
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| Bedding |
Dog bed or cushion |
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Crate Pad, blanket or rug |
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| Containment |
Crate and/or Pen |
Heated/Air-conditioned kennel |
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Kennel or dog house |
Pet Patio Door |
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Car harness and/or Travel pod |
Pet/Baby Gate(s) |
| Household protection |
Bitter Lime
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Dog Rocks
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Deterrent spray |
| Toiletries |
Urine-Free |
Pet toilet |
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Doo bags and/or Pooper-Scooper |
Training pads |
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X-mat |
Puppi-trainer drops |
| Accessories |
ID tag |
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Collar & lead |
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Harness |
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| Boredom busters - Toys |
Plush toy |
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Chew Toy |
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Squeaky Toy |
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Treat dispensing toy |
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| Training |
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Clicker
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Training book or DVD |
| Dental / Oral care |
Toothbrush kit |
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Greenies or Nutrident |
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Chew toys/ treats |
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Bones |
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| Grooming supplies |
Brush and/or comb |
Grooming / Aromatic spray |
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Nail-clippers |
Blunt-tipped/curved blade scissors |
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Puppy shampoo |
Conditioner |
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Ear-wash / Cleaner |
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| Settling-in |
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Calm Water |
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DAP-Dog Appeasing Pheromone |
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Life-Like Furry Companion |
| Supplements |
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Complete Mix |
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Vitamin and/or Mineral supplements |
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Pro-biotics |
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MSM Powder (for large breeds) |
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You might also consider:
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Other items to add to your Check-list
- Make appointment with Vet for new Puppy wellness check up and for essential vaccinations.
- Enlist for basic training, socialisation and obedience classes:
In Sydney's Eastern suburbs, we recommend DogTech.
- Pet Insurance: leaflets and application forms are available at Bowhouse for RSPCA Pet Insurance.
- Ensure that your dog is micro-chipped.
- Register your dog under the Companion Animals Act.
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Items readily available elsewhere:
- Old towels and/or blankets for crate
- Cotton balls for cleaning ears
- Nail file, cardboard with sandpaper type, for smoothing nails
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And if you're really conscientious...
- Pet first aid-kit
- Hydrogen peroxide - to induce vomiting, if necessary - but be sure that it is well-diluted before administering to pet.
- Seat Sheet
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… and most essential ….
Lots of Love, Patience, and Consistency
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If someone you know has just got a new pet, why not buy them a Bowhouse Gift Voucher?
They are available in a wide range of values from $10, and they can be personalised with your own image and/or message. |
For a Print-friendly downloadable version of this Check-List (pdf format), Click here.
If you require any items which are not yet featured on our Online Store at www.bowhouse.com.au, please e-mail topdog@bowhouse.com.au,
or give us a quick phone call and arrange for one of us to call you back to discuss your requirements.
If someone you know has just got a new pet, why not buy them a Bowhouse Gift Voucher?
They are available in a wide range of values from $10, and they can be personalised with your own image and/or message.