I have just had a look at some of the things I have purchased off the net ( most of it has been hidden away from my husbands view) and I have got more than I realised and there are loads more of 'essentials' I need to purchase, Like a puppy sling! I think I need to curtail some of this spending! What was the one thing that you purchased for your puppy that was invaluable? image by nicolamorris0208, on Flickr
Re: I must stop buying!! Wow Nicola , thats one heap of items ;D ;D ;D I didnt buy a lot for Sam as we already had a resident dog , so I didnt need toys . However , I did get him a teddy bear which is now a bit short on limbs but loved all the same
Re: I must stop buying!! Wow, that is a lot of things The most invaluable things I brought were: Kongs Crate Beds I can tell you are very excited about getting your pup
Re: I must stop buying!! Hi Nicola, I haven't bought a lot of toys - just kongs - thought I might use cardboard boxes and empty plastic bottles. Didn't like the idea of squeaky, furry toys. I have the crate (house and car), crate divider, various vet beds, finger toothbrush, training treat bag, interactive-find-the-treat game, poo bags, travel bowl, training treats (seen in a magazine), puppy cuddle pal that you heat in the microwave and a brush, collar with identity disc, 3 way lead and a new towel (washed) to leave at the breeders with my scent. I need bowls! Knew I'd forgotten something! I think the crate and the divider might be the best thing, followed by the kongs - we shall see! What did your last dog really like?
Re: I must stop buying!! I know, didn't quite realise how much I had got until I got it all out! ??? I have plenty of kongs and vet bed the only thing I really want now is the sling and maybe another soft toy : lol
Re: I must stop buying!! Hi Jane, She liked plastic bottles, cardboard boxes and rope toys!! :-\ Mmm so I haven't really taken anything from my 1st experience! I blame my girls, they make me buy it!
Re: I must stop buying!! Nah, keep buying - go on, you don't get a puppy very often. Buying stuff is half the fun. ;D ;D ;D
Re: I must stop buying!! It was due to be in 2 weeks time but the breeder has said she will put dates in the diary from 30th May and will ring me to arrange a date next week! I was not pleased!
Re: I must stop buying!! Frivolous spending on puppies is the law My list is as bad your purchases, what did I really need for a new puppy is a completely different question. Need Vet bed: we already had everything else. Bought New bowls Toys Kongs and the hugely expensive stuff you squirt in them More toys Slip leads New whistles more toys Clickers, one for each of the family Did I mention toys? Relegated perfectly good towels to become dog towels, result - buy new towels for people New collar Training books to add to the ever growing collection which essentially all tell you the same thing (sorry, Pippa) Best toy Plastic bottle with a little water in it Old bit of thick rope with frayed ends Cardboard boxes Plastic flower pots
Re: I must stop buying!! Nicola, this "running order" of viewings has got me confused a bit. I am guessing it will turn out ok as the breeder is experienced and I think fair minded. I am going to try to avoid going on a day when other people are there. Why aren't you pleased about next week? Do you think the litter will be too young or does it just mess up your schedule? Sorry if I am being too nosey ???
Re: I must stop buying!! Oh yes, I have several clickers and a new shiny red whistle with matching lanyard. AND I found a bit of old rope that I have fashioned into a "thing" - not sure if I will use it for anything.
Re: I must stop buying!! Hi Jane, Apologies my post didn't read very well. We were due to go and see the pups at about 4 1/2 weeks which will be in 2 weeks time ( this is the age she said she normally lets people pick their pups) but when I contacted the breeder yesterday she said she will arrange for us to go and see the pups from the 30th May by which time they will be almost 6 weeks old. She is ringing me next week to arrange a date from the 30th onwards. I know it's only a week or so later than planned but were busting at the seams with excitement! We would go tomorrow if we could!
Re: I must stop buying!! It's a hard wait, isn't it? My breeder always said 6 weeks as they are more mobile then. It's AGES away I think mine will be about the 7th June. Gosh, not that long really. Off to read my new dog magazine now.
Re: I must stop buying!! It's really addictive buying for a new lab puppy isn't it We've bought, vet bed, kongs, a bed (my wife won't let me buy a crate or a cage as she calls it -sigh-) and a massive 15k bag of puppy kibbble which was not enjoyable holding while waiting to pay for hope you have fun seeing the pups and choosing one!
Re: I must stop buying!! Haha - I did the same and it's great fun! In fact I still love browsing and buying for Tatze at 12 months old. Most useful buys? Crate Vet bed Kongs Pro-fibre for squitty tummies Nylabone keys for teething Oh - and one of these http://www.amazon.co.uk/PoopPac-Walkers-Carrier-Dispenser-Emerald/dp/B00H6VGDKW/ref=sr_1_28?ie=UTF8&qid=1399570981&sr=8-28&keywords=poo+bag+carrier which I have used every day, I wear it round my waist like a bum bag when dog walking - it's fabulous!
Re: I must stop buying!! Most favourite toys currently for Maisie are: plastic water bottle plastic jar old shoe old sandle toilet rolls oven gloves! old socks my son's pants I bought kongs, kong wobble, soft toys, ropes, balls, etc....not interested in those!! : :
Re: I must stop buying!! Oh yes, also got the nylabone teething keys, thanks for saying they are worthwhile. Just looked at the poo bag carrier thingy. Interesting!
