Recommended Supplies

Puppy Supplies and Beyond!

While each Freshly Minted puppy goes home with a breeder's care package (sample food, toy, blanket with mother's scent, care pamphlet etc.) You will need to have some supplies on hand before you bring your puppy home. This will make the transition easier for you and your new puppy! You will find recommended supplies listed here as well as items that were have enjoyed having for the lifetimes of our dogs!

A Note on Diet and Grooming

While what you ultimately feed your dog is your choice, remember: even if your dog seems picky or is skipping his meals, don't immediately change the food or add tasty treats to tempt him to eat. This will only train him to wait for the expensive stuff! Give him 15-20 minutes and put away any uneaten food. He will eat when he is hungry! \nGrooming your Goldendoodle puppy is extremely important! While his coat will likely be low-shedding, it may be prone to matting (especially in his first couple years of life as the coat is maturing). To prevent matting, which can lead to dirt build up, skin irritation and dreaded 'hot-spots' brush your puppy thoroughly every day.

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Training

Midwest Crate Medium

A sturdy crate is an amazing asset! Not only does it give your puppy a safe place to rest, it also gives you peace of mind when you're out of the house. From helping with potty training to preventing unwanted chewing, a properly used crate is essential.

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Bedding

Crate pan cover

This 'pillowcase' for the plastic crate pan not only helps quiet down the clicking of your puppy's claws, it is also harder for little puppies to sink their teeth into! Skip the expensive bedding until the chewing stage is over without nixing the bedding completely!

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Toys

Puppy KONG

Fill this awesome toy up with your puppy's dinner or freeze it with yummy treats! Not only will it provide mental stimulation and banish boredom, it will also redirect the puppy teething frenzy!

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Food

Puzzle Bowl

Take advantage of mealtime! If you don't have time to use up your puppy's meal for training, you can still keep dinner mentally stimulating to help wear your puppy out with a puzzle bowl. Plus, it's dishwasher safe!

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Training

Freedom Harness

This is by far the best harness for your dog. With its patented design that ensures your dog has freedom of movement, this harness is the gold standard of harnesses. Be sure to measure your dog to get the correct size! Fitting your dog properly is key.

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Training

Long Line

From training to romping, a long line is an essential training and safety tool. With so many on the market, this is one we have tried and find reliable - plus, the bright red color makes it easy to spot when dropped in tall grass!

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Grooming

Small Slicker Brush

This little brush is small but mighty! Unobtrusive and soft, this brush is perfect for getting your puppy used to daily grooming.

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Grooming

Large Slicker Brush

This brush is larger and more efficient than its smaller counterpart, making a mealtime groom quick and easy. For older puppies and dogs who are used to grooming equipment.

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Food

Puppy Food

This is the food your puppy will be eating when he goes home - it is well researched and fairly affordable. Of course, there are many amazing foods available and you can absolutely switch your puppy's diet if you choose!

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