I would like to introduce to you a new company I am now using for my dogs’ nutritional and health needs. pawTree has met my strict requirements for quality and their variety of protein sources for their kibble is plentiful. If you find that one type doesn’t work for your dog, there are plenty of others to choose from. They also carry grain and grain-free formulas. Their wellness products have taken the place of all my other go-to remedies as they are all holistic. All my dogs receive pawTree’s Salmon Oil (for coat, skin, and brain health) and Gastro Pro (prebiotic, probiotic, and herbs for better immunity and gut health) on a daily basis. They also carry many other holistic remedies such as bladder support, allergy support, pain support, brain support, joint support, flea/tick spray, PawPairings (flavorful vitamins you sprinkle on top of the food) and several others. They have a unique function on their website called Pet Profile. It is here you can put in info on your dog and the program will determine which kibble and wellness products would be best suited for your dog’s needs.
I personally have switched my dogs to the salmon-based food and the Real Lamb, Chickpeas and Lentils. You can see all of their products here: https://shop.pawtree.com/providence/products/983
I feel a holistic path is always preferred to treat every day issues. I will never feed my dogs any food that contains dyes or preservatives. Please let me know if you have questions. Be sure to check out their Pet Profile to find the best fit for your dog.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
Yours,
Linda Carr
Providence Labradoodles
419-566-6686
pawTree Puppy Starter Kit. There are several starter kits to choose from.
A delicious combination of chicken and sweet potatoes, with peas, chickpeas, apples, blueberries, cranberries, pumpkin, spinach and parsley. Real chicken is the first ingredient in this highly-digestible, nutritionally-dense, holistic, grain-free recipe. pawTree recipes contain no corn, no wheat and no soy because we know our pets rely on us to make the best nutrition choices for them. Our thoughtfully-formulated recipes contain no artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or poultry by-products.
I am excited that I found this product! My dogs are using this product to repel fleas and ticks! This product has a 100% satisfaction guarentee and is 100% safe for all dogs and puppies of all ages!! Please visit the website to LEARN MORE. If you want to try this product use my cupon code "PROVIDENCE" at checkout for an added savings!
We love this bowl! It really helps keep the water in the bowl instead of all over the floor! Click here
Outward Hound Fun Feeder Dog Bowl
Outward Hound Fun Feeder Dog Bowl helps promote healthy eating and digestion. It will slow your pup down when they tend to eat too fast as they will need to forage for their food through the pattern in the bowl. This bowl works well with wet for dry food. Once your pup learns to eat more slowly, you may introduce a regular raised bowl.
This interactive mat is a unique training tool that allows your puppy to find snacks or small toys in the mat. It helps train your puppy's sence of smell! It also can be use to feed your puppy in order to slow down a fast eater! It comes with 2 suction cups to hold it secure on a smooth surface. The fabric is easy to clean by throwing it in the washing machine! Click here
Bowls
I recommend a non-breakable, non-chewable, tip-proof, and easy to clean dog bowls. I recommend stainless steel or heavy ceramic bowls big enough to be used when your puppy is full grown, or heavy enough to not be picked up, pushed around, or tipped over. Feel free to use the above links to PetEdge and Foster & Smith to find something you like.
Dog Crates
I recommend the MidWest Homes for Pets dog crates with divider which is available on Amazon. I suggest getting a large enough crate for your puppy (30" or 36" with divider) to be able to use as an adult. Use the dividers while potty training. I also suggest the double door option as this may help with different placements in your home! This is the puppy’s own place that he/she can feel secure. It is extremely important that your puppy take naps in his/her crate and sleeps there at bedtime so that his/her brain can fully relax and reset.
MidWest Homes for Pets Deluxe Dog Bed is made to fit this crate.
I found the perfect pet bed called Wash'nZip which is entirely washable. It has multiple layers in case of accidents in a crate, a zipper so that it can be opened up wider or zipped smaller, and comes in five sizes. You can use it as a pet bed or as a cover car seats and furniture. Check out Wash'nZip HERE.
Kuranda Dog Bed
Kuranda Dog bed is a great elevated dog bed. It is very easy to clean and our puppies love it! The elevated design help to keep your dog dry, cool and comfortable indoors and outdoors. It is easy to clean and guaranteed to stand up to repeated cleaning! Our puppies love it!! I highly recommend!!
Click here for an amazing calming bed for your pup! My Layla loves this bed! Makes it real easy to curl up and get warm and cozy!
I cannot recommend the Wash'n Zip Pet Bed enough! Here are just some reasons to get one:
Saves Money – Because it can be cleaned repeatedly, one Wash ‘n Zip Pet Bed will save you from having to purchase new beds when they become soiled, smelly and dirty.
Crate Pad – We chose the dimensions of your Wash’n Zip Pet Bed to fit the majority of pet crates on the market, so it can also be used as a crate pad.
Car Seat Cover – When travelling with your pet, simply unfold your Wash’n Zip Pet Bed and use it as a car seat cover.
Furniture Throw – Protect your furniture at home by unfolding your Wash’n Zip Pet Bed and covering your sofa or chairs.
Blanket – Some pets like to be covered when they sleep, so unfold your Wash’n Zip Pet Bed to use as a comfortable blanket.
Flea Prevention – Flea eggs and larva may penetrate the cover of a typical pet bed and infest the inside. However, the ENTIRE Wash ‘n Zip Pet Bed is laundered, which destroys fleas, plus their eggs and larva.
Environmentally Friendly – Stop discarding old foam pet beds, which will be dumped in landfills. One Wash ‘n Zip Pet Bed can last a lifetime since it can be laundered over and over again.
Odor Control – Wash and dry your Wash ‘n Zip Pet Bed as often as you want, which keeps your bed fresh and clean.
Great Gift – The Wash’n Zip Pet Bed is a great gift idea for your friends and family who love their pets.
Check out their website for more INFO: HERE
I highly recommend getting your new puppy a Snuggle Puppy, or any plush toy with a heartbeat to help with the transition to your home from the comfort of his/her litter mates. The Snuggle Puppy has been designed to provide comfort and helps relieve anxiety in your new baby! Dogs and puppies are instinctively drawn to their mother and others in their pack. The snuggle puppy recreates intimacy with physical warmth and a "real feel" pulsing heartbeat, providing an extra source of comfort for your new fur baby.
If you do get one, please bring it with you when you come to visit so that I can put it in with the puppies to get the scent of the other litter mates on it!
Here are some suggestions!
X Small Puppy Harness
This is a good harness for when your puppy comes home. I never spend too much while my puppy is growing. I start with this and then go up in size until they are pretty much done growing! Easy to put on and to wash! Click here
I prefer a harness over a collar for many reasons. First and foremost they are safer for your puppy. Regular collars can cause damage to their necks and will encourage puppies to pull while being walked. Secondly, a harness will not slip off when your puppy is tugging and they cannot slip out of it and run off. Many can be adjustable, lightweight, inexpensive. I like this particular RABBITGOO dog harness. It is more comfortable to wear and this easy design makes it less of a hassle to put on. I will send your puppy home in their own "I'm a Providence Labradoodle" collar, but I highly recommend you purchase a harness to use with your leash and never attach a leash to a collar. Your puppy should ONLY wear a collar/harness when he/she is supervised! NEVER leave a collar/harness on your puppy when you are not watching them! Having a lightweight 4-6 foot leash (check out this one) to start with will give them great beginning exposure to leash training. You will need to work on leash training for short periods indoors and out. Your puppy will drag it, step on it, get it caught on things around the house, and learn that a tug on the leash is OK, nothing to worry about. I never spend much on these leashes, and I get black because it WILL get dirty!
Grooming Your Labradoodle
I recommend a soft slicker brush, metal comb, nail trimmers, shampoo/conditioner. Buy a soft brush to get your puppy used to and comfortable with the brushing/grooming process. Then as your puppy is more comfortable with grooming, and his/her hair grows out, you will want to use a slicker brush (wire, rectangular), for regular brushing. A wire comb (Greyhound brand type comb) is awesome to check for any small mats that could be starting. It will go from the skin to the ends of the hair and grab onto any dead hair that needs to come out. A nail trimmer to keep the ends of his nails short is helpful, or you can ask your Vet to trim nails at each visit as you go through your puppy vaccination series, and ultimately have your groomer trim them at each grooming visit. Shampoo and conditioner that is gentle on your puppy’s skin and coat. pawTree has a wonderful shampoo/conditioner combo (https://shop.pawtree.com/providence/product/2491) that smells divine and will allow you to bathe your puppy as often as it is needed, without worrying about drying out their skin. Another way to keep your puppy fresh and clean when a bath is just not convenient is using the pawTree cleansing wipes (https://shop.pawtree.com/providence/product/2496) and Deordorizing Mist (https://shop.pawtree.com/providence/product/2494). A detangler for when your puppy’s coat grows out is a helpful tool to keep hair static down and to help ease in your combing/brushing routine.
Your new puppy will go home with a new comb and brush to start your grooming process.
Magic Touch gives luxurious sheen, has no heavy build-up, repels dirt, and prevents coat matting. It is formulated with conditioners, optical brighteners and silicones. I love how this smells, so light and clean. It helps when brushing out a dry coat and leaves your pup smelling soooo good!
Nail Clipper for Dogs
I love these nail clippers! I have used these for years while grooming professionally! Click here
Slicker Brush
Click here for a great dog treat pouch for training! It is always a good idea to have your treats very close by for the first few weeks in order to treat your new puppy when they are caoght doing something right! I wear my treat bag all day whe I am trainig a pup! These are very nice and come in four different colors.
