Recommended Supplies - Goldendoodle Express - Utah

Recommended Puppy Supplies

We suggest Amazon or PawTree for online purchasing of your supplies, they are almost always cheaper than the box stores! For more recommendations on food, treats, potty training, and toys visit our Nutrition page.

Training Supplies

Beds/Pads

We recommend that your puppy is crated at night and for naps at least during the first several months, after that, a lot of people will transition into a dog bed. While you do not need a bed right away I do recommend getting a nice pad or elevated dog bed for training purposes, we regularly use pads or elevated beds for training, and for placing our dogs and puppies, we keep ours in the main area of our home to place our dogs when people come over, during dinner, etc. it is one of the most used dog items in our home!

Crate

We recommend a 36" crate for our Mini Goldendoodles and a 24" crate for our F1b Goldendoodles. We recommend getting one with a divider that can be adjusted, it will make crate training easier when your puppy first comes home and will prevent you from having to buy multiple crates. You can purchase a nice pad or cushion for the crate but we do not recommend using it inside of the crate until you are sure they will not have accidents in the crate until then use a towel or small blanket that is easier to wash!

Collar & Leash

We recommend a quick snap style collar or harness for your puppy. Puppies can easily get themselves caught in something and a snap collar will unsnap to prevent strangulation. When they are a little older, there are so many fun options available. We recommend a couple of different length leashes as you will use them for different purposes. We strongly advise against retractable style dog leashes. Get a short standard style leash for walking to teach your puppy the heel command, and a 30’ recall leash for training purposes. Don’t forget to get a pet ID tag with your puppies name and your contact info!

Potty Training

We all know that accidents happen, so why not be prepared? This set includes everything you’ll need to take care of any mess. It’s a very POOPular choice!

Grooming & Feeding Supplies

Invest in a quality slicker brush for your doodle as well as a detangler comb. Goldendoodle coats require regular grooming and maintenance, a nice brush and comb will make grooming much easier! Your professional groomer will thank you for brushing them frequently. If they have too many knots and tangles they will give them a short poodle cut.

It is important to purchase a high-quality dog shampoo, cheap shampoos will dry out their skin and remove the natural oils in their coat. You should only bathe your golden doodle 1-2 times a month. Frequent baths will dry out their skin.

We love slow feeder bowls, especially when they are puppies. It serves 2 purposes, slowing down how quickly your puppy eats (PawTree is packed with such a high density of nutrients that you want time for it to absorb in the puppy’s digestive system) and 2nd, it's a great brain activity for your puppy (makes the puppy work a little harder to get the food). All-natural, holistic food and treats are key to keeping your pet healthy for years. These treats have no preservatives or additives, giving you peace of mind you are giving nothing but the best for your fur family member.

Puppy Toys

My preferred toys are PawTree brand toys, they hold up much better than other brands. Solid plastic and rope toys will also last much longer. I try to avoid anything with stuffing. You will find it all over your home within a couple of days.

PLEASE NOTE: The linked products above will take you to PawTree or Amazon to make a purchase. These links are provided as a convenience to our puppy families. We are affiliated with PawTree but not with Amazon.

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