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Dogs don't come with manuals, but the one place that is sure to be your guide is Pet Supplies Plus. They are a store with knowledgeable employees and low cost pet supplies. For every dog I've had, I have gone to Pet Supplies Plus for their products. I love how I can find everything that I need, the fact that they price match with products online, and that they have a rewards program. BUT before I get into a tangent of why I love Pet Supplies Plus so much, I am going to tell you the 5 essentials I needed for my pups and BONUS- you can find everything you need at my beloved store!

All dogs need something to keep them busy, by either means of chewing or playing. I personally love to buy my dogs squeaky toys and non-rawhide chew bones. WHY? Well, because it's nice to be able to hear what my dog is doing... that way I know they are not getting into trouble.

When you have a dog, there is two choices- let them lay on the bed or don't let them lay on the bed. It's that simple. Either way, you are going to need some type of bedding for your dog. It's nice to have somewhere soft to lay, so why not give your pup the same thing too?

Crate training is one thing that I have found to be a great thing for my dogs. It allows them to have a safe place to go when I leave the house and it allows me to have the peace of mind that I am not coming home to a mess. 

Ok, having a leash and collar should be a no-brainer, but in case you aren't living somewhere out in the country with a lot of land, you are going to need both. I love the selection that Pet Supplies Plus has. They have all colors and patterns in almost all sizes and they are not pricey at all. 

Good food is sometime like finding a needle in a haystack when you are a new dog owner. I personally wanted to find a food that had great nutrition while being great-tasting for my dog and tried a lot of different brands. Finally, I turned to Purina®. WHY? Well, because Purina® products are backed by 85+ years of Purina® research from 500+ scientists globally and has 70+ formulas deliver advanced nutrition and outstanding taste. For more details on this, visit Purina.com. For me, digestive health support is important for me and my dog, so I like to feed them Purina® Pro Plan® SAVOR® Shredded Blend Adult Dog Food – Chicken & Rice. 

What are the essentials that you needed for your dog?