Chewy
Royal Canin Small Puppy
Kibble size and calorie density tuned for small-breed puppies under 10 months.
Puppy Essentials
Recommended Gear
The exact food, crates, toys, and tools we use and trust with our own puppies.
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Food & Nutrition
What we feed and transition our puppies onto. Please match the food your puppy came home with for the first 2 weeks to avoid tummy upset.
Also recommended
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Amazon
Purina Pro Plan Puppy Small Breed
Widely available, vet-recommended, gentle on sensitive tummies.
Chewy
Bully Sticks (odor-free)
Long-lasting, single-ingredient chew that supports teething.
Petco
WholeHearted Grain-Free Puppy Food
The same food we include in our welcome box — balanced nutrition puppies love.
Petco
Zuke's Mini Naturals Training Treats
Soft, low-calorie treats perfect for clicker and reward-based training sessions.
Crate & Potty Training
A properly sized crate is the fastest path to a house-trained puppy.
Also recommended
PetSmart
Nature's Miracle Stain & Odor Remover
Enzymatic cleaner — critical for eliminating repeat-accident spots.
Toys & Enrichment
Rotate 3–4 toys at a time to keep things novel and reduce chewing on furniture.
Grooming
Cavapoo, Yorkiepoo, and Maltipoo coats need weekly brushing to prevent matting between grooms.
Also recommended
Amazon
Chris Christensen Big K Slicker Brush
Gold-standard slicker for doodle coats — reaches the undercoat without pulling.
Chewy
Steel Greyhound Comb
The 'mat check' comb — if it glides through, you're good.
PetSmart
CHI for Dogs Deodorizing Spray
A quick spritz between baths to keep your puppy smelling fresh and clean.
Health & Safety
The basics we send home in every starter kit — plus a few extras we love.
Chewy
NexGard / Heartgard (Rx)
Ask your vet — monthly flea/tick and heartworm prevention starting at 8 weeks.
Amazon
Adaptil Calming Diffuser
Dog-appeasing pheromone that eases the first-week transition.
Amazon
Pet First Aid Kit
Styptic powder, saline, and vet-wrap — the three things you'll always wish you had.