Choosing Dog Supplies: Only the Best for Your Best Friend

If you are a dog owner, you know love like no other. Your puppy is your best friend, always wagging their tail for you, waiting for you, caring for you, forgiving you, and always ready to make you happy. So, of course you only wish for the best for them.

There are many things you can buy for your dog, and there are endless options for dogs supplies online and otherwise. However, a small list of essentials can serve anyone as a reminder, and can be very useful for people that are just embarking on this wonderous journey. And, if you are one of those and you've just adopted a dog, congratulations: you've found your unconditional best friend for ever!

What Supplies are Necessary for Your Dog?

The list of items made specifically for dogs (from objects for their wellbeing, their joy and their sleep, all the way to treats, and cute little dress accessories) is innumerable. And on the other hand, one can say that the list of essentials is actually really small – food, a place to sleep, veterinarian.



However, to be a responsible friend of your beautiful dog, you should provide a list of dog supplies that's a little bit extended. Some of these basic things you need to make sure your dog is safe, happy, healthy and comfortable, and others are more for you – for your convenience, comfort, health, and to make your dog even cuter, thus making you even happier.

Bowls

Your dog can eat and drink out of anything, and they'll be extremely content and grateful. But, if you don't want to clean every time they drink water or after every meal, this is one dog supply you shouldn't overlook.

Invest in at least two quality bowls, one for water and one for food, that will be able to withstand a lot. They should be sturdy; they should be able to stay in place while your dog eats; and they it should be easy to clean.

Dog-bed and Crate

Again, your dog can, and probably will sleep almost anywhere. However, every pet needs to have some order, and a place that has been assigned to them. Furthermore, a crate can be useful for training your dog.



Nevertheless, though a crate is not an essential, a dog-bed certainly is. Nowadays you can find very fancy bed dogs, that can be as comfortable as human beds.

For both beds and crates, make sure you choose the right size so your doggy can comfortably move and change positions in them, and, of course, when choosing one, keep in mind that you're going to have to clean them, so they should also be easy to clean.

Dog ID tag

Though they're more of an accessory, like jewelleries for dogs, dog ID tags can also be very useful, in case your dog is ever lost. This way if, hopefully, a nice person finds them, they can call them by their name, and calm them down, until you come. Besides microchipping, tags are the second-best way to make reencountering faster and less traumatic for both of you. For this, include your phone number on your dog's tag.

Collar, harness, lead

Your dog loves when you both get out for a walk. But to make your walks together safe for your dog, you need to invest in good collar or harness, and a quality lead.

Your dog's collar and lead should be durable and functional, and of course they should look good on your dog. Make sure the leash you choose can keep your dog secure, but also be comfortable both for them and for your hand.

Car accessories

Many dogs love driving in cars, but many are pretty restless during the rides. If you are going to be taking your dog with you in your car, just like with kids, you have to make sure they are well secured on the back seat. Invest in a dog car seat or a car belt, to always be prepared for a car trip with your dog.



Besides, to make your car rides even more comfortable and clean, you can buy a vast variety of car dogs supplies online and in pet shops, such as doggy treat pouches, or even dog water bottles or travel bowls, or if you are going hiking a hammock car seat, to keep your seats clean, dog boots etc.

Toys

Dogs love playing. The younger they are, the more they will play, but all dogs love toys. They will keep them busy when they are bored, like when they are home alone, or when you are busy. They also comfort them when they are feeling anxious.



Dogs love chewing on things, so toys will also protect your furniture and your socks, slippers etc., but also having their own toys, that they love playing with, will ensure that your dog doesn't swallow something dangerous.

But, don't get discouraged if your dog doesn't like a toy, because that can happen. Active toys, like balls to throw and fetch, or like woven toys or ropes with knots, are great for dogs that like chewing and playing tug with you.



To keep a dog busy for hours, give them a distraction toy, like something that can be filled with treats. Some dogs will even pick a toy, like a soft stuffed animal, as a comfort toy, that they will carry around as a companion.



Anytime you buy dog stuff, you should make sure that they are safe for your dog, and this is extremely important when it comes to toys. Look out for hazards, like strings, ribbons, doll eyes or other parts that can be chewed and swallowed; avoid toys that can break or that can be torn, and toys that have dangerous fillings.

If you buy your dog stuffed toys, they should be safe for kids under 3, and, also, soft toys, should be machine washable.

Final Thoughts

If you are just adding a four-legged member to your family, make sure you find out everything you can about their needs concerning food, vaccines, parasites, worms, hygiene etc.



Find a good veterinarian you can trust, and learn about the health and hygiene supplies you need at home (medicine, supplements, flea and tick treatments, shampoos etc.) and start developing your and your dog's new habits.



Furthermore, talk to people that already have a dog at home, so you don't get surprises when it comes to cleaning after your dog, and to make sure you have the proper supplies for any event. And, of course, don't forget about poop baggies and pooper scoopers!