Congratulations on your brand new puppy. Now what? Do you know what dog supplies you’ll need? If not, here is a quick list of five essentials which will help you out with your new dog.

Choosing a Name

Finding a name which you and your family can all agree upon is sometimes challenging. My advice is to pick a name which is short and clearly understandable to the dog. Never name your dog with anything which can be mistaken for common commands like sit or stay. Try to say the name as much as you can as soon as you can so the new puppy will begin to understand. Don’t change the name after a few days either since this will only confuse the dog.

Micro Chips and Collars

Dogs should be microchipped as soon as possible. Microchips are inserted under the skin and can identify your dog if it ever gets lost. A collar is also an essential item in that it helps you to control your dog. They are often used to place identification tags as well. Don’t forget to replace the dog’s tags since they can rust and become unreadable over time.

Food and Water Bowls

All animals require food and water. So you’ll need bowls for its food and water. When it comes to picking out dog food, slowly introduce your puppy to new food by offering an undersized amount until the dog is used to it. Also it is very important your dog has water available at all times. The water in its bowl needs to be clean, fresh and changed often.

A Place to Sleep

It is important that your puppy has somewhere to sleep before you bring it home. Provide warm, comfy blankets even if it is warm out since it can get cool during the night. Initiate the dog to the area when you get home and make it fun by putting all its toys there. You’ll want to be sure the bed is in a spot which is away from wind, direct sun and rain.

Play Time

Make sure to buy dog toys and plenty of them. Toys prevent boredom and often can prevent your new dog from destroying the rest of your house. Make sure toys are non-toxic by buying them from a reputable pet shop. Try to only give your dog a few toys at a time. It won’t be as excited if there already is a bunch of different toys scattered around the house.

These five different essential dog supplies will most certainly help you in providing the best environment for your new puppy.