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A puppy is basically a furry newborn that can talk (bark) back at you, so it’s good to be prepared.

I am a contributor and former editor who has been writing for BuzzFeed Shopping since 2017, with a focus on beauty, travel, and practical products, and in addition to writing, am in the process of getting my master’s in speech-language pathology.

Promising review: "When I first got this crate, I knew I wanted to use it for crate training, however, I seriously had no idea what I was doing. Nada. Zilch. I thought we were all set. We have the crate. We have the puppy. Now what?The crate is working well for our puppy. I felt like a meany at first, but, it all worked out. Our puppy will randomly visit her crate during the day and does not see the crate as a punishment. The assembly is super easy. It’s strong, it’s sturdy and it’s actually bigger than what I visualized. It has this tray in the bottom that slides out for easy cleaning. The doors and latches are easy to use. It is definitely chew proof! I’m working on training them for different things, and every single time I say, the word crate, it’s a race to see who can get into the crate first! It’s more useful than just for potty training. It makes them feel safe, give them their own space to relax, and in our case or useful tool for other types of training. I certainly feel like we got our money's worth out of it. I love it how the dogs still use it. I hope this review helps you!" —Deb Mericle

Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in seven sizes and two colors). 

Back in 2020, my family made a wonderful decision to get an adorable Havanese puppy named Bailey (pictured left as a puppy in 2020, pictured right in December 2023). He slept like an absolute angel the first night we brought him home, so when he kept us up for six. whole. hours the night after, and wouldn't stop crying the next day, we knew we needed to try something fast. A family friend recommended the Snuggle Puppy. Within a half hour of putting the little heart ticker into the stuffed toy and putting it in Bailey's crate, he was quiet and fast asleep while cuddling up to his new toy. 

Now six years later, the Snuggle Puppy is still Bailey's favorite toy — we just don't keep the heart ticker in there anymore. He has an entire crate of toys he BARELY touches solely because he loves the Snuggle Puppy so much. It is on the pricey side for a dog toy, and he's currently on his fourth Snuggle Puppy because he's chewed off the ears and noses on the other ones, but seeing how attached he is to the puppy and how happy it makes him, it's 100% worth it. Truly cannot recommend this enough. 

Get it from Amazon for $39.95+ (available in 13 styles).

Promising review: "These are my favorite pee pee pads for training as young as three weeks old. They absorb well and are big enough for little puppies who are wobbly and just starting to get around on their own. Teach 'em when they are young." —Ruby The Pomsky

Get a 40-count from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in two sizes and 15-, 30-, 50-, 60-, 100- and 150-counts).

Promising review: "This item was the perfect choice for my bunnies’ pen. The design is gorgeous. I wanted something light and easy to maneuver under their heavier acrylic pen, and this one fits the bill perfectly. Washed and dried, and kept its shape. Its leakproof and waterproof design helps with pet mess and water bowl spillage, ensuring a nice dry space for bunny flops. Two in a pack allows me to switch out when washing, so my buns are always protected. I cannot say enough about this brand and the value overall will have me coming back as needed when I expand their pen." —Sam Cam

Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in various prints and sizes).

Promising reviews: "I love this brand. Resolve has helped keep my carpets looking fresh. Just adopted a new little puppy and that can be quite a challenge. Resolve kept right up with it." —Cyndie J Wright

"This is my go-to carpet cleaner with puppies. It removes all stains, wipe up the excess then spray, and simply wipe it cleans does not stain. No smell works like magic." —Gracemarie

Get a 32-ounce bottle from Amazon for $9.46 (also available in a pack of two).

Promising review: "We bought this for our three-month-old mini dachshund because otherwise he inhales his food. He definitely has to work harder now, but he doesn't seem to mind one bit. It's made mealtime much less frantic. The bowl itself feels sturdy and stays in place well while he's eating. My only real complaint is that it can be a little annoying to clean because food gets stuck in some of the grooves. That said, it's a small tradeoff for how well it works. I think it's a great value if you have a dog who eats too quickly. It's made a noticeable difference for our puppy, and I'd definitely buy it again." —NK

Get it from Amazon for $6.39+ (available in three sizes and six designs).

Sometimes I look at my now-6-year-old dog and think, "Wow, I miss the puppy stage," and then I remember the pain my ankles were in that summer when we first got him, and I'm like, "Actually, never mind."

Promising reviews: "Bought two of them. So easy to install and are perfect for keeping the puppy and kittens separate and safe. They are strong and look great. Adjustable so they fit into any door size." —CBKmama

"The gate was quite easy to assemble! Our puppies have not been able to access the room where the litter box is. My only suggestion was to add a zip tie to the cat door to keep it from moving when you open the gate door." —kristy robbins

Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in three sizes and two widths).

Promising review: "Where has this been all my cat-loving life? Sticky rollers work fine for clothes, but this is the only product that has ever COMPLETELY removed all the cat hair from my bed. I have a long-haired 20-pound tabby and if you run your hands up his back a few times and fling the hair everywhere, it looks like it's snowing — he never stops shedding no matter what I do. After using the ChomChom, I can put on a black dress and roll around on my bed and not get a single hair on me. It's absolutely amazing. Everyone is getting one for Christmas, even if they don't have a pet. I don't care, it's THAT good." —DH

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in four colors).

Promising reviews: "Really happy with this purchase so far. My puppy HATED getting her nails trimmed, and it was a stressful experience for both of us. Switched to this, and while she was scared at first, she now just sits there without any fussing. I’m so thankful I bought this!" —Kindle Customer

"This is amazing for my dog! She hates when I clip her toenails and is always super timid but using this drill not only cuts the time down but also ensures her nails are even and helps to prevent me from cutting her quick. It charges super fast. I love that I can drill down her nails on the couch laying in the bed or literally anywhere because it’s wireless! Love love love, buy it! You won’t regret it." —TheoTheo

Get it from Amazon for $17.07+ (available in six colors).

For installation, try to figure out the perfect position you want and then cut (if necessary) to get the desired length and height that you need. Then, remove the protective paper and stick the blocker in position on a clean and dry floor!

FYI, reviewers also love these for blocking kids' toys from the depths of the couch! After removing the panels for cleaning (maybe annually), the adhesive won't remain sticky but  you can replace them with the help of large clear Command Strips.

Promising review: "I foster dogs — and many times, puppies. After one litter got under my couch and tore all the stuffing out, we had a problem. With the next mom and litter, I installed these. They stick to the hardwood great and came off without making any marks on the floor. They kept the new puppies from getting under there and causing even more damage. It's a cheap and effective way to prevent anything from getting under the furniture. And you can cut them to size when needed with just kitchen shears. Will buy these again!" —Amber Dragonfire

Get it from Amazon for $12.98+ (available in eight sizes).

This showerhead can be installed into your current bathroom shower as a secondary shower head or connected to your outdoor hose, if you'd rather bathe your pet outside! It comes with an 8-foot flexible hose for extended reach and an indoor diverter for your shower installation. The brush head is designed with a one-touch button and two settings.

Promising reviews: "My pups love this tool! I have an Aussie puppy and a 15-year-old border collie. The border collie has very coarse, easily tangled hair. My Aussie puppy acts like this thing is a spa treatment and my elderly border collie tolerates it well — it allows me to get deeper into his thick fur than I can with any other tool I've used, including a 'self pet wash' station at our local groomer. It's so easy to use and the hose is long enough to reach any part of the tub and dog." —Dustin Miller

"This tool has saved me. The hose is long and reaches all the way to the far end of the tub, there is literally no escape for the wayward doggos. The brush head thing is comfortable for them, they love it for scratching their itchies and it gets through my huskies impenetrable waterproof coat to actually get her wet! It also washed out all the soap from the Pyrenees’s coat easily — something I’d only dreamed was possible. The variable spray strength options are awesome, my terrier is a wimp and needs a light gentle spray while the Lab needs everything I’ve got, water-wise. Being able to turn it off at the hand, rather than turning off the entire shower, is well… incredible. No refiguring temperature on my finicky dials. It also desheds and gets all that loose dead hair off amazingly!" —Amber

Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising reviews: "These have been a lifesaver! I live in Florida, and the puppy has to be wiped down each time she goes out. These are soft, quick, and easy!" —Zachary Cubero

"Impressed with how well they dry. My dog is a shepherd mix, and it makes dry times much quicker. I'll probably buy a couple more of these. Great purchase!" —Dexter Taylor

"Really makes dog smell clean instead of a wet pet smell on towel." —Renell Smith

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two colors and also a six-pack).

You can store up to 12 meals in this feeder, depending on portion size (1/8 to 4 cups).

Promising review: "We purchased this automatic feeder for our new puppy. She is in a play pen while we are work and wanted to only feed her 1/2 cup at a time. This has worked flawlessly and the puppy has not been able to tip it or get into the food. The pause option is great for the days we bring her with us to work. She was able to break off the plastic ring holding the food dish but we expected that since she's only 4 months old. Will definitely continue to use this for a long time!" —Lee

Promising reviews: "My new puppy let me clean his eyes (Poodle mix so the eye boogers are fierce) without a problem. I didn’t have to pull or pick. This product got all the gunk off fast." —Dawn Fries

"I love these puppy wipes. I have a Shih-Tzu puppy. Shitzu puppies have a flat face and hair not fur so they do get food on their faces. The wipes help me to keep her clean." —Nancy

Get a 100-pack from Amazon for $9.98 (available in three scents).

Promising reviews: "We love these for our highly energetic poodle puppy! She is 42 pounds right now and we give her two. They do take a little bit to work, I’d say about 30 minutes but they’ve been a lifesaver on days we just need her to chill out a bit. She also loves taking them!" —Monica

"My 4-year old 5-pound Chihuahua LOVES these!!!!! They help when its time to do nails, Overly excited, or fireworks! But these are her morning routine treats when I leave for work. Ive been giving her them since she was a puppy." —Crystal

Get a 90-pack from Amazon for $34.97 (available in 11 flavors, in various quantities, and also varieties for puppies and cats).

Promising review: "This purifier definitely works as described. I have children with allergies that can get really bad, and after the purchase of this filter, we can all tell the difference in the quality of air in the room. We also have pets, and it keeps the amount of dust and pet dander way down. Also, the noise level in sleep mode is little to none. You almost forget it’s in the room. I look forward to getting additional units for the bedrooms and other parts of the house." —Victoria M.

Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in two colors and four styles).

Check out a TikTok of the DogBuddy scooper in action. 

DogBuddy is a small business specializing in pet care products including bowls, mats, and scoopers. 

Promising review: "I normally don’t leave reviews but this is amazing! It’s easy to use and saves so many dog bags if you’re taking a number of dogs on a walk because you don’t need to open a new bag for each poop. It also makes the whole process a lot less gross. I would 100% recommend this for dog walks and even picking up poop in the backyard. It holds a lot more than you’d think!" —Joslyn Cavitt

Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in four colors and two sizes).

Promising review: “Oh my gosh. I can't believe I waited so long to buy one of these. I just wasn't sure how necessary it was, especially when I have had to buy so many other things for my now 10-month-old pup. Surely, my method of a small garden shovel and bag was good enough. But it took a while and got to be pretty tiresome, especially when I'm only out there once or twice a week. Doody rolling off the shovel before making it into the bag and whatnot...I'd finally had enough. My favorite thing about this scooper is how I can attach regular grocery store bags to the little slots on the outside. Keeps the whole process neat and tidy, and I don't have to buy any kind of special bag to make that happen. It seems very sturdy.” —Squirrel717

Get it from Amazon for $20.99 (available in two sizes and styles).

Promising review: "I love this candle! I'm on my second one of the Bamboo Watermint scent (which is lovely, BTW) and plan to try a new scent with my next purchase. I have two puppies who currently spend most of their time in my living room and it can get a little smelly in there even with regular cleaning. I came across these candles while looking for a way to freshen up the space and couldn't be happier. They are long lasting and I'm excited about the added bonus of a reusable glass container. Thank you One Fur All!" —Jenny

Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in various other scents).

These treats were recommended to us when we first got Bailey in 2020, and six years later, we STILL give him these treats because he loves them so much. He is very motivated by these treats (funny enough, he might be more motivated by them as an adult dog than he was as a puppy). If I have one of these in my hand, I can get my dog to sit, give me his paw, lie down, jump up, or even sit still for a photo (if I'm quick enough, at least). We keep them in a dog-themed-looking cookie jar so whenever he hears the lid open, he comes RUNNING over for them. We still reward him after walks/potty breaks/just for being a good boy, and he eats 'em up every time.

Promising review: "This works well for our family to keep track of feeding and avoid double meals for convincing pups who are sure they have never eaten before. We like these so much, we have gifted them to many family members." —MD

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in four styles).

Promising review: "If you hate listening to your pet's tags clink and jingle, save yourself the pain, and just order this tag silencer. You will love it. My husband loathes the sound of clicking dog tags and would perpetually take our dog's collar off. This tag silencer has solved that issue. We keep three tags on our dog's collar: an ID tag with contact info, a rabies vaccine tag, and a city license tag. All three fit with no issue and no jingle. There is definitely room for more tags. It is easy to attach to the collar, and once it's on, you don't have to mess with it again (unless you add or remove tags, obviously). This was the second one we purchased for our dog. The first one lasted roughly 2.5 years on a growing puppy. Our dog is pretty active, so it survived lake swimming, hiking, rough play with other dogs, etc. It also survived hot summers and cold winters, but our dog prefers winters spent under a blanket next to the heater vent. We have recommended it to family and friends, and they all love it. I also work in a veterinary office and recommend it to clients who complain about the clinking of tags." —Work hard, play hard.

Get it from Amazon for $12.95 (available in two colors).

It also has nonslip backing to make sure it stays in place, adjustable headrest anchors, seat anchors, and two seatbelts openings to keep your pup in place.

Promising review: "Total game changer! We have a 70-pound Golden Retriever 11-month old puppy and before this product we were holding him and constantly struggling in the backseat. This changed everything and he now rides comfortably and independently without us having to do anything. Highly recommend this hard bottom seat extender." —allison coordt

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three sizes and 15 colors).

Promising review: "When we first got our rescue dog he had extreme separation anxiety. The one time we tried to leave him alone behind a doggy gate, he broke through the gate and chewed a hole through our front door. Needless to say we never felt comfortable leaving him out of his crate setup whenever we had to leave home without him again. We would try for even a few minutes at a time and he would start scratching at the door. Two years later and I had been able to keep gradually increasing his alone time out of the crate bit by bit, but I never felt comfortable going past the lawn for more than 15 minutes. A friend recommended this device to me and I am so, so glad I finally decided to give it a try. I was able to leave my home with my dog out of crate FOR OVER AN HOUR. I actually went to the market a few blocks away and got a soda just for the heck of it. Whenever my dog started appearing to look nervous I could talk to him through the camera saying 'good boy, good waiting' and he would calm down. I don't even care about the subscription price, $6 a month is worth it for this. My door is intact. I have peace of mind. I know that now when it's just me and our dog alone, I can leave him at home out of crate to go run an errand or whatever. It might not seem like a big deal to most people but honestly this just amazing for my partner and I (and of course our dog!)" —Twin

Promising review: "Works great and looks nice. The fabric is easy to clean and wash in washing machine. My couch is gray leather, and the off-white color is great." —Gina H

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in 12 sizes and 16 colors).

Each cleaner comes with a trial size of Bissell's Spot & Stain Formula, which is also available on Amazon for $12.99! 

Promising review: "Wow, this thing is great. Compact, works really well. The only complaint is that I wish the cord was longer but that’s not a deal breaker for me. We have a puppy that made some messes on the carpet and I used this to get it cleaned up and it worked so well!" —Alexandra

Get it from Amazon for $86.73+ (available in four styles).

Promising review: "First off, my pup LOVES peanut butter so when I saw these I knew it would work. Popping the pills inside the peanut butter pockets are the perfect disguise when making sure he takes his meds as he could smell the coating when trying to hide it in the kibble. I like to roll them into balls to eliminate the possibility of him separating it. And they work so well that I ordered another flavor. No more splitting the pills down or trying to find ways to hide them, this method is so much more simple. I recommend." —Stephanie

Get 30 pill pockets from Amazon for $8.54 (available in other flavors and in larger packs).

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