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First-Time Pet Owners Need These 30 Products
30 products help new pet owners avoid messes, accidents, and stress.
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30 products help new pet owners avoid messes, accidents, and stress. First-time pet owners can use 30 products to manage pet care challenges like accidents, shedding, and training. Originally reported by BuzzFeed.
Doggie Body Language Guide
A book helps owners understand dog signals like ear twitches and side eyes.
“I adore this book! I learned so much from it, and now I keep it in the sitting area of my grooming salon in case any parents would like to read it. It's engaging, educational, and easy to read. The illustrations make everything that much more effective, since much of what is explained requires a visual representation to really help it sink in. It can be hard to unlearn what we've been taught about dog behaviors, but it's so worth it to help your dog and dogs everywhere be better understood. This book is awesome! I can't say enough good things about it!”
Pet Odor Eliminator
A cleaner removes pet odors from surfaces without leaving a lingering smell.
“Just got a new puppy and she makes messes. This is the perfect cleaner. It leaves the area clean and fresh.”
Nonskid Slow-Feeder Bowl
A bowl helps dogs eat slowly to reduce regurgitation and mess.
“Works great for our puppy. She eats super fast, and this helps her slow down and digest better. We got the medium size, and it will definitely work for when she’s bigger!”
Training Clicker for Cats
A clicker helps cats learn tricks like sitting and coming.
“Honestly worth it! I’ve taught my cat to sit, come, spin, and even get on a skateboard. Both the booklet and online training resources were helpful. Also having the option to use the stick/pointer OR just the clicker truly made a difference. Well made!”
Washable Pee Pad
A washable pad covers accidents without leaving a mess or odor.
“I have these in my living room, nobody knows they are pee pads for my Pomeranians who have the odd accident.”
Woof Pupsicle Toy
A toy with ridges for grip and drool pockets keeps dogs busy.
“This has been one of the best toys I've ever bought for my young beagle. Keeps him busy in the evening before bedtime, and it doesn't overstimulate him while he works on it. I don't have to worry about him choking on this, unlike with bully sticks. I bought another one for my senior dog; she was jealous that he had something so interesting. 😁 She enjoys hers also. I looked up everything you can use in it. So many.”
Bissell Stomp 'N Go Pads
Pads absorb stains from pets, wine, mud, and coffee quickly.
“Amazing! I've been using these things with a new puppy in the house, and they have been perfect for accidents on the carpet. A couple of times, I had to let them sit for 24 hours, but after that, no noticeable staining or discoloration at all. Great product!!”
Gentle Ear Cleanser
A cleanser removes ear wax and debris without irritation.
“My pug kept ear infections and the stink coming from his ears like corn chips made him almost unlovable (not by us but definitely by guests). This is a miracle game changing bottle for his ears. I will be buying regularly. Initially I used them everyday for 3, 4 days and now I use every other day. I cannot recommend these enough especially if your pet struggles with ear infections! I wish I had a before picture, prior to using product both his ears were red and irritated and filthy as you can see now the normal pale color they are supposed to be.”
Training Treats
Small freeze-dried treats reward dogs for good behavior.
“We bought these treats to help with training our puppy, especially with potty training, and they've been great. She absolutely loves them, which makes rewarding her easy and effective. I also like that they're freeze-dried and lightweight, so I can keep a handful in my pocket throughout the day without making a mess. They're the perfect size for frequent training rewards, and we'll definitely keep buying them.”
Ultra-Tough Rubber Ball
A ball that lasts long and withstands chewing.
“Our dog loves these balls. They are his favorite toy. We toss it daily. The quality is great, it holds up to his super chewy puppy teeth.”
Cat Scratching Post
A post protects furniture from cat scratches.
“We have purchased a few of these over the years. Our cat loves it and destroys it every time. So every 10 months to a year. We purchase a new one of these to replace it. It's a fantastic product. The quality is there. It allows our catch to show it's aggression and sharpen its claws without taking it out on our furniture. Fantastic!”
Rubber Broom and Squeegee
A brush collects puppy hair from floors without damaging carpets.
“This rake is so helpful. We have a puppy who sheds a ton, and it was getting out of hand. I came across this product, and I now recommend it to everyone who has animals. I read reviews that this product was too short and everyone was breaking their backs to use it. This product is adjustable to whatever length fits you best to ensure the best clean-up of the hair. 10/10 recommend this!!”
Leak-Proof Waste Bags
Bags collect pet waste without leaking or odors.
“A wonderful product! With two new puppies running around our yard, these bags are great. Just the right thickness and no odor/moisture gets through. The box works well for keeping them organized, too.”
Greenies Pill Pockets
Pockets hide pet medication in tasty treats.
“This worked great. I struggled so much with getting my puppy to take pills. I put it in here, and it was gone in two seconds. Definitely recommend!”
Pee Pads for Potty Training
Pads absorb urine for accidents during potty training.
“I use these pads in my kitten playpen enclosure, and I’m really happy with them! I love the size, the price, and how well they absorb. They have good moisture resistance, help control odors, and don’t slide around too much. They’ve worked well for my kittens, and I can see them being great for dogs too!”
Personalized Pet Tag
A tag helps reunite pets if separated.
“So. Cute. It’s even cuter than I thought it would be! The plastic material keeps my dog’s tags from jangling super loudly. It also matches her collar perfectly.”
Reusable Lint Brush
A brush removes pet hair from furniture and carpets.
“I only wish I had this sooner! With a new puppy in the family, I am SO glad to have this. Not only does it pick up all dog hair, but it also grabs dust and dander. This works like a charm. I've already recommended it to friends and family, and they love it too.”
Clumping Cat Litter
Litter reduces dust and is hypoallergenic for cats.
“Excellent kitty litter, low dust and exceptional clumping that does not break apart when scooping. Keeps litter box odor down, even though it’s unscented. Highly recommended and will not use any other litter again. You will not be disappointed.”
Pet Wipes
Wipes clean pets after walks or accidents.
“The wipes seem to be working out well. I use it to wipe my puppy's feet, mouth, and sanitary areas. I love that it’s unscented and perfectly moist, and that the packaging has a nice resealable closure so that the wipes don’t dry out. The wipes are the perfect size, thickness, and durability for my mini dachshund puppy. It can be cut in half if cleaning a small area. Will definitely purchase again and keep on hand to clean my puppy’s messes.”
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First-time pet owners can use 30 products to manage pet care challenges like accidents, shedding, and training.
