New Puppy Starter Kit

The essentials we actually recommend for the first 30 days with a new puppy.

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What to buy (no fluff)

Sleep & crate setup

  • MidWest iCrate folding metal crate with divider (size to adult weight) – https://amzn.to/4tW3t41
  • MidWest QuietTime / crate pad (washable, fits the crate) – https://amzn.to/41Bw5Ud
  • Blanket to cover the crate (if your pup relaxes better): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=crate+cover+blanket&tag=puppystorage-20

Bathroom / potty training

  • Rocco & Roxie Professional Strength stain & odor eliminator (enzyme cleaner) – https://amzn.to/4tP1FJX
  • Earth Rated poop bags – https://amzn.to/4chf87D
  • Amazon Basics puppy pee pads (potty training) – https://amzn.to/4sIBG6b

Training + enrichment

  • Zuke’s Mini Naturals or Wellness Soft Puppy Bites (training treats) – https://amzn.to/4mEH4pw
  • PetSafe Treat Pouch Sport (treat pouch) – https://amzn.to/484Byqb
  • PetSafe Clik-R Trainer (clicker) – https://amzn.to/4myTf78
  • Long line (training leash): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=long+line+dog+training&tag=puppystorage-20
  • KONG Puppy toy (appropriate size) – https://amzn.to/4tY8c5p

Feeding & water

  • Outward Hound Fun Feeder slow bowl – https://amzn.to/4tepScN
  • Stainless steel water bowl: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=stainless+steel+water+bowl+dog&tag=puppystorage-20
  • Puppy food (the brand your vet approves): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=puppy+food&tag=puppystorage-20

Health & safety

  • ID tag + collar: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dog+id+tag+collar&tag=puppystorage-20
  • Harness + leash: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dog+harness+and+leash&tag=puppystorage-20
  • Dremel PawControl dog nail grinder – https://amzn.to/4ezRUee

Cleaning station

  • Soggy Doggy Super Shammy (microfiber dog towel) – https://amzn.to/4crMAXS
  • Grooming wipes: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dog+grooming+wipes&tag=puppystorage-20
  • Soft brush: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=soft+brush+for+dogs&tag=puppystorage-20

How to use this kit

  1. Set up the crate first.
  2. Start potty training day one.
  3. Introduce one new toy at a time.

Pick your kit

  • New Puppy Starter Kit (this page)
  • Crate Training Kit (coming soon)
  • Potty Training Kit (coming soon)