The Puppy Shopping List

Sized right, these last a lifetime — don't go oversized, or a pup feels less secure and may use one end as a toilet.

A secure, lockable carrier is a must for collection day — by law your dog must be secured in the car.

A harness is kinder for walking (weight on the shoulders, not the throat). Wait until about a week before puppy collection and ask your Breeder for exact measurements — pups are smaller than you imagine.

Washable, reusable pads hold up far better than disposables, which get dragged and shredded.

Ceramic bowls are heavier and can't be tipped or chewed. Snuffle and licky mats turn mealtimes into mental stimulation.

A variety of shapes and textures — soft toys with no plastic eyes, squeaky, rope, and "roadkill" toys with no stuffing.

Rubber teething toys help wobbly milk teeth on their way — a stuffed Kong also earns its keep for calm alone-time.

Natural chews only, no rawhide, no cooked bones. Hairy chews like rabbit ears also act as a gentle natural wormer.

Clicker training is fast, effective, and even children can join in. If you buy just one book, make it Easy Peasy Puppy Squeezy.

Jan's natural-first approach — see Chapter 8 of your Owner's Guide for the full reasoning behind each product.

Ears are everything for these breeds — regular plucking and cleaning is the single best way to prevent itching and infection.

Highly unlikely you'll ever need this — but good to have in the cupboard just in case (see Chapter 13, Hypoglycaemia).