We just adopted a new puppy from a local rescue group, and we love her to pieces. We were very sad to lose our beloved 15 year old chow mix, Lucy, last summer. But Banjo was also grieving. We got Banjo when he was a puppy (he is 10 now), and all he has ever known is life with Lucy. He used to follow her everywhere and do whatever she did. When he was alone he was just lost. He didn’t want to play anymore and just slept all day. So we decided to get him a new friend. And now they both have a website named after them! Are you thinking about getting a new puppy? Well, here is a list from the American Kennel Club of things you will need.

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• Food designed especially for puppies. We feed Layla Hill’s Science Diet.
• Treats for training such as Milkbone treats. I always try to buy food or treats made in the U.S.A.
• Food and water dishes – I like to use the aluminum ones. Some have rubber on the bottom, and this keeps your puppy from pushing the bowl across the floor when eating.

• Crate (may be replaced by a bigger one as she grows) – A sturdy metal one is best.

• Bedding (at least two sets) – We have the bed in this link in Layla’s crate. I like it because it is super soft and is also machine washable. It also comes in several different sizes.
• Dog Gate(s) – There are lots of different kinds (even a baby gate might work), but we like the one in this link because it looks better in the house and covers a wide area.

• Soft, adjustable collar (may need a new one as she grows)

• At least one 4 – 6 foot leash

• At least 5 or 6 safe chew toys – the more the better Layla loved this toy especially.
• A soft-bristle brush
• Gentle puppy shampoo
• Good quality nail trimmer
  

Do you have anything else that should be added to this list?