Meet Penny! And Some Of Our Favorite Dog Gear And Brands

We JUST picked Penny up this last week and are so in love with her!  She’s got a sweet personality and her temperament is really great.  Even though she’s definitely a puppy, she’s also a snuggle bug.  We’re working on potty training (never a fun thing), getting to know her and allowing her to bond with each family member, and lots of play time.  She’s a pudgy little thing with a pep in her step and we’re itching for some sunny days so we can take her outside more.  (Minnesota has had a week of rain and it looks like another full week is in the forecast.)  But all in all, she’s adjusting to her new home really well.  We expected to have more whimpering and missing her siblings and mama but she’s truly settled in here and barely makes a peep, except when we kennel her during lunchtime and she wants to be in the dining room with us.

Direct K9 / The Puppy Pathway

The very first thing I said to my husband when he approached me about getting a new puppy was that if we were going to spend this much on a dog, she was going to get some training!  One of the hardest parts of pet ownership can be curbing troublesome behaviors.  So when I found The Puppy Pathway, an online puppy training program, I knew we needed it.  This professional and comprehensive program is delivered in an entertaining format to assist all new puppy owners on the fundamentals of raising a puppy. 

The Puppy Pathway offers essential education for every new puppy owner.  It’s the most comprehensive, professional puppy training program available AND you get to learn from the comfort of your own home.  This affordable program includes:

• 16 detailed video modules covering everything from equipment, to socialization and obedience exercises.
• Comprehensive guide to raising a puppy, focusing on what really matters on a day to day basis including dealing with behavioural challenges.
•  Detailed information on socialization, arguably the most important aspect of raising a puppy
• Demonstrates the building blocks of dog training and behavior by understanding how dogs learn and the conditioning process
• Step by step guide to the basic obedience training required for a puppy
• Each module has accompanying notes
• Interactive platform with optional quizzes to support your learning 
• Only $149 for 12 months access

This program is easy to watch and the modules make the courses easy to work through.  The content is high quality and perfect the whole family to utilize together!  One of the biggest hinderances for me was that I didn’t feel confident in my ability to train a puppy well.  But I found The Puppy Pathway to be an essential resource that gave me the confidence I needed.  Direct K9 Services uses a balanced approach to dog training to ensure a strong bond is built between you and your canine.  So if you’re looking for help with your sweet (and maybe mischievous) pup, I highly suggest you check The Puppy Pathway out.  Our tweens and teens have also been watching and utilizing what they’ve been learning and the entire family gives it two enthusiastic thumbs up!

• Learn More:  DirectK9.com.au

Woof & Bone Apparel 

Woof & Bone Apparel celebrates the timeless bond between humans and dogs through their lineup of unique and stylish apparel.  They are dedicated to creating high-quality t-shirts and hoodies featuring original dog-themed human artwork that captures the joy, companionship, and love that dogs bring to our lives and homes.  For all the pet owners who LOVE celebrating their furry family members, these shirts and hoodies are a must.  They have a variety of really cool and fun styles and colors available.  Plus, I love how each order is custom made to ensure less waste and avoid overstock issues.   Their products are made from high quality materials and are super comfortable too.

• Buy It:  WoofAndBoneApparel.com
• Enter To Win It:  WoofAndBone GIVEAWAY!

EverChew

We all know puppies want to chew on everything, so the best bet to keep them from destroying shoes and table legs is a long-lasting natural chew.  Enter = Bully Sticks and EverChew!  Bully Sticks (aka Pizzle) are the best all-natural single source (a boy cow) chew since it’s healthy, lasts a long time, and cleans the pupper’s teeth. However, since it is so tough, if your sweet pup swallows the last stub whole, they can gag, choke, or get a digestive blockage.  The solution is to combine the bully stick with a locking holder.  EverChew is the only holder that is un-defeatable by any size dog, yet it is the easiest to use by all pawrents.  So now your pup can work on their chew stub as much as they want, but it’ll remain safely locked away. 

Available as a convenient starter pack, this innovative dog chew holder provides prolonged chewing pleasure for your pet, while also helping to keep your pet safe from chew blockages and choking.

• Buy It:  EverChew.com

TROT Pets

Beautifully designed, this is no ordinary feeding set.  It’s made to compliment any room and transform your pet’s feeding station from an eyesore to an accent piece in one functional swoop!  Now, for the features:

• Magnetically Secured Bowls:  These tip and slide proof bowls stay in place for even the most aggressive eaters with magnets that attach to the mat or any floor.
• Stainless Steel Bowls:  Dishwasher safe and rust proof to reduce bacteria and stand up to tough daily use, these bowls are made to last.
• No Mess Silicone Mat:  Perfect for catching small spills and helping you to avoid frequent clean-ups.
• Each Set Includes: 1 Puzzle Slow Feeder, 1 Standard/Water Bowl, 1 No-Mess Mat Silicone Mat, 1 Elevated Stand, and 2 No-Leak Bowl Lids.

Fast eating can lead to pain and discomfort, vomiting, or more serious life-threatening issues like choking or bloat.  So this awesome TROT Pet Set helps prevent that with their ingeniously designed Puzzle Slow Feeder.  It can help excited pets take the time they need to chew their food, leading to better digestion and a more fun and comfortable meal time experience.

This entire set is absolutely gorgeous.  It comes in an array of color options as well as 3″, 6″, and 12″ heights.  We actually have two TROT Feeding Sets (one for our Yorkie named Angel and now one for Penny!) and we absolutely love everything about them.

• Buy It:  TrotPets.com and Amazon.com

Sleepy Hippo

When my husband and I first got married, we inherited a Germain Shorthair Pointer with the farm.  Tipper was a sweet girl and she LOVED sleeping in our bed.  The problem was, she was a bed hog!  (Not to mention the dog breath.)  So when we first decided we were going to add Penny to our family, the first thing I said was “she’s not sleeping in our bed”!  My husband didn’t agree so I began looking for a solution to suit us both and found the Sleepy Hippo Bedside Pet Bed.

Crafted with orthopedic and memory foam and an elevated frame, it supports your pet while keeping them close, comforted, and secure. Originally made to help the founder’s beloved dog Beetle recover from a neurological injury, it’s now helping pets and their people sleep better together, on separate but connected spaces so they can stay close and comforted.

Highlights Include:

• Keep your pets close without giving up your space, covers, or comfort
• Solid furniture-grade wood frame in beautiful Coffee Bean finish
• Comes in 3 height profiles to function as a free-standing extension of your bed
• 8″ Orthopedic and Memory foam mattress and comes with a removable waterproof mattress protector
• Two mattress options: standard design for pets who love to stretch out or the bolster option
• Removable, washable bedding for easy maintenance
• Bedding set comes with a fitted sheet, blanket, and pillow

This pet bed isn’t your typical doggy pad.  It’s absolutely AMAZING!  High quality, beautifully crafted, and built to last.  This is one item you’ll invest in and enjoy for decades.

• Buy It:  SleepyHippo.com or Amazon.com
  

Tell me, what are your favorite dog gear and brands that you would recommend we check out?