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Preparation

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Feeding

4 items
  • Small breed puppy kibble

    Puppy

    Sized for tiny jaws. Make sure it's labelled for puppies, not all life stages.

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  • Non-slip double bowl set

    Lifetime

    A stable base means less mess. One for water, one for food.

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  • Silicone feeding mat

    Lifetime

    Protects your floors and wipes clean in seconds. Worth every penny.

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  • Filtered pet water fountain

    Lifetime

    Encourages steady hydration all day, especially in warmer months.

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Grooming

5 items
  • Soft slicker brush

    Lifetime

    Essential for working through a poodle's curly coat without causing breakage.

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  • Wide and fine-tooth comb

    Lifetime

    Complements the brush for catching knots hiding close to the skin.

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  • Rounded-tip scissors

    Lifetime

    For a quick trim around the eyes and paws between grooming appointments.

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  • Gentle unscented dog shampoo

    Lifetime

    A mild formula suited to sensitive skin. Rinse very thoroughly.

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  • Small dog nail clippers

    Lifetime

    Nails grow fast. Start the habit early so it stays stress-free.

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Sleep & comfort

4 items
  • Small dog crate (size S)

    Lifetime

    A calm, secure space the puppy can call their own. Used well, they choose to go in.

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  • Well-padded crate liner

    Lifetime

    Machine washable. Look for removable microfibre covers for easy cleaning.

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  • Fleece blanket

    Lifetime

    Puppies get cold easily. A soft blanket in the crate makes a real difference those first nights.

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  • Heartbeat comfort toy

    Puppy

    Mimics the warmth and rhythm of the mother. Genuinely helps with the first few nights.

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Health & safety

8 items
  • Puppy harness (not a collar)

    Puppy

    A harness protects the toy poodle's delicate trachea. Use this from day one.

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  • Lightweight 1.5m leash

    Lifetime

    Short, light, easy to handle. Perfect for teaching leash walking from the start.

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  • Engraved ID tag

    Lifetime

    Simple and effective. Name on one side, your phone number on the other.

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  • Stair safety gate

    Puppy

    A must until the puppy's coordination and confidence are fully developed.

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  • Pee pads

    Puppy

    Handy for the first few weeks to contain accidents to specific areas.

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  • Portable WC

    Lifetime

    A grass-style or tray potty for apartments, balconies, and travel days.

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  • Winter boots

    Lifetime

    Protect tiny paws from road salt, ice and frozen ground in the colder months.

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  • Winter jacket

    Lifetime

    Toy poodles get cold fast. A snug, waterproof jacket makes winter walks possible.

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Toys & enrichment

5 items
  • Classic Kong (size XS)

    Lifetime

    Stuff it with kibble or natural peanut butter. Hours of calm engagement.

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  • Rubber teething toy

    Puppy

    Soothes sore gums during teething and redirects attention away from furniture.

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  • Beginner puzzle feeder

    Puppy

    A poodle's brain needs work. Start easy and increase the challenge gradually.

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  • Small dog tennis ball

    Lifetime

    Standard tennis balls are too big. The mini versions are a much better fit.

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  • Rope chew toy

    Lifetime

    Good for the teeth and great for tug sessions. Replace when they start to fray.

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