New Dog Checklist

Searching for info for the right tools can be hard. We’ve decided to made it quick and convenient for you to find a list of the most important training tools to consider utilizing to start your dog off right. In this blog post we’ll share the questions behind choosing necessary tools to train your new pup to be the dog you want them to be.

We're here to take you through a multitude of factors that we consider when determining what tools are going to work best for you and your dog.

In this post we share with you the New-Dog Checklist for anyone bringing home a new puppy or rescue. This list includes just some of the basic tools you will need.

Dog Collar

When looking for a quality collar, there are a few things you need to consider. How big is your dog? Does your dog pull a lot when out on leash? How strong are they? Does your dog have any behavioral issues like barking/lunging at people and dogs? Does your dog have anxiety/fear/slips out of their equipment? Is your dog an inside dog or an outdoor dog?

Does your dog have any health conditions? What type of climate do you live in? Hot? Cold? Wet?

Dog Leash

When looking for a quality leash, here are a few things you need to consider.

How big is your dog? Does your dog pull a lot when out on leash? How hard? Does your dog have any behavioral issues like barking/lunging at people and dogs? Do you walk your dog in the city/town or do you hike out in the wilderness or on trails? How old is your dog? Does your dog have any health conditions?

Dog Crate

When looking for the right dog crate, here are a few things you need to consider.

How old is your dog? How big is your dog? (Legit, use a measuring tape)

Has your dog escaped a crate before?

Do you travel a lot with your dog? Car? Plane? Bus? Does your dog have separation anxiety? Is the crate in the house? Garage? Shed? Is your dog potty trained?

Dog Food What breed is your dog?

How old are they?

How active are they?

Do they have any health issues?

Is your dog healthy? Thin? Overweight? How are your dogs teeth? Does your dog get lots of other snacks/chewy items during the day? Do you feed your dog lots of training treats throughout the day?

Dog Bowl and/or Training Treat Bag Is your dog a picky eater or do they inhale their food? Are you teaching your dog new commands or new things throughout the day? Is your dog fully potty trained? How much food does your dog need each day? How much time do you have to commit to your dog's training each day? Does your dog have any health issues? How often is your dog fed? Do you exercise your dog daily? Mentally? Physically? Dog Bed

How old is your dog? Are they potty trained? Does your dog chew on bedding and things they shouldn't? Where will your dog be when you're not home? Does your dog know how to be calm in the house? Does your dog have any health issues/concerns?

Do you have more than one dog/pet?

Yes, There are really This. Many. Factors. AND MORE that I talk to people about when choosing the right equipment for you and your dog. There is no one-right-answer. Because all dogs are different, all people are different, all situations are different, so why not have the customized tools for the best possible experiences.

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