🐾 Puppy Preparation Guide

Everything you need for bringing your Doodle Dandy baby home

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🚗 The Journey Home

Essential items and tips for a safe, comfortable trip

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Travel Safety

Cozy blanket for passenger rides, crate for long journeys and rest stops

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Cleanup Essentials

Baby wipes, trash bags, and old grocery sacks for any accidents or car sickness

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Comfort Items

Favorite toys and safe chew items to keep your puppy calm and entertained

⚠️ Important Safety Reminders

  • No paws on ground until home if puppy hasn't completed all 4 shots
  • Flying? Use potty pads in family bathrooms, wipe paws with baby wipes
  • Vet visits: Carry your pup in, use towel on exam table
  • Rest stops: Choose off-the-beaten-path locations like strip malls
  • Avoid: Dog parks and pet stores until fully vaccinated

🍽️ Food & Nutrition

Keeping your puppy on the right diet from day one

🏆 Recommended: Victor Professional Dog Food

Victor Classic Professional Formula

Super Premium Dog Food - Perfect for dogs of all life stages

🎯 Special Doodle Dandy Pricing: We can pick up a bag for your adoption day at 15-20% below retail!

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💰 Money-Saving Tip!

Let us know if you'd like us to pick up a bag for your adoption day - we get a great discount that saves you 15-20% compared to most retailers!

🥥 Essential Food Additions

Organic Coconut Flour

Daily digestive support for your puppy

Dosage by weight:

  • Up to 20 lbs: 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon per meal
  • 20-30 lbs: 1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon per meal
  • Over 30 lbs: 1 tablespoon per meal (can be heaping)
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🍽️ Complete Meal Preparation

Mix together: Dog food + Coconut flour + Plain yogurt + Pumpkin (or sweet potato) + Warm water

Weekly treats: Old-fashioned oatmeal (not instant, no salt)

⏰ CRITICAL First Meal Guidelines

Goal: Baby cleans up everything in 10 minutes or less

First meal: Start with just 1/4 cup kibble + additions

Location: Feed in crate/playpen only

Time limit: 10 minutes maximum - set a timer!

No hovering: Give food, walk away, return after 10 minutes

If not finished: Remove food without fussing - try again next meal

🛍️ Essential Supplies

Everything your puppy needs for comfort and safety

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First Crate

Perfect size for your baby's first home

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Stainless Steel Bowls

Sanitary and easy to clean - won't absorb odors

Amazon - Steel Bowls
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Airline Carrier

TSA approved for flying families

Amazon - Airline Carrier
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Apple AirTag Safety

Extra peace of mind for tracking

AirTag Collar Holder

🦴 Safe Chews & Treats

⚠️ NO RAWHIDE - Safe alternatives only!

🧸 Plush Toys

Kong Plush GoDog Toys

🦴 Natural Chews

Bully Sticks Yak Chews

🎾 Interactive Toys

Puzzle Toys

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