Here's my 'gift list'...
Harness & Leash - in case they need to stop for a little walk on the way home. (also gives me a chance to adjust it and demonstrate How to do so)
Food Dish/sample
Puppy Kong
Hoof for chewing
Bandana that smells like us for comfort
Vet Health cert./shot & worming records
Puppy care and training information sheets
Contract
I also give a demonstration on grooming/nail clips,hair trimming/bathing/teeth brushing. Pedigrees and registration papers are not released until I recieve a copy of spay/neuter certification from their vet.
In advance of pick up day everyone recieves a copy of the gift list, so they don't have to duplicate what we give and a copy of the suggested shopping list below.
PUPPY SHOPPING LIST
These are things that you should have for your new pup.
Eukanuba Small Breed Puppy Food- Petco carries these brands
Bil- Jac Puppy Food
Water Bottle
Wire Crate- small to medium size- shop online for best prices-
www.jbpet.com
Nail Trimmer- bypass
Metal grooming comb/bristle brush
Dog shampoo- we like Lambert-Kay Fresh and Clean,
Flea & Tick or Mane and Tail Shampoo -
www.jbpet.com
For conditioner we use Pantene Smooth and Sleek.
Ex-Pen or Baby gates for containment
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Nutristat, Karo syrup or honey
Toothbrush and canine enzymatic toothpaste
Wahl men's beard and mustache trimmer (if you choose to do grooming at home)-Walmart