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FAQ

Going Home Information

Many owners want the scoop on products we use, and helpful things to know before you bring your puppy home!

Products We Use & Recommend

  • A small crate (ours is 17x23, however it does not have to be that exact size — just gives you an idea). We typically buy them from Tractor Supply, however any pet store would carry kennels. Your puppy will probably be 5-6 months old before your pup grows out of this size.
  • Furminator shampoo, a rubber scrub brush, and a Furminator brush — these three products will help control shedding.
  • We use Alpha Dog supplements. Feel free to browse their website — use code "MULE15" for 15% off. The key to keeping shedding under control is feeding a high quality food, and keeping the skin healthy via supplements.
  • Some dogs need a slow feeder bowl. Labs are always hungry and will sometimes scarf their food down — slow feeder bowls help with digestion.
  • All the fun toys! However, we only buy rubber chew-proof toys — absolutely nothing with stuffing or rope. We like all the Kong toys, antlers, and Benebones.
  • Nail clippers — some dogs don't actually need their nails clipped if they wear it down enough. We recommend watching videos on how to do it so you don't cut the quick, or getting them cut every time you go to the vet.
  • A gravity water bowl. Just make sure to clean it every so often.
  • We recommend working closely with a reputable trainer. A well trained, obedient dog will make your experience as a pet owner so much better.
  • We use Gunner Kennels for travel — they are the best on the market.
  • We use a Garmin Sport PRO training e-collar. We believe in using it as a tool for training, and it has a vibrate function.
  • We will send you home with a slip lead and collar, both biothane material (made by Reign Outdoors), which keeps stink out compared to fabric collars. We do not recommend harnesses or retractable leashes.

At Home Training Tips

  • The biggest concern we get when puppies leave is "will my puppy pee and poop in the house?" The short answer is, with proper training and setting your puppy up for success, your puppy shouldn't! That being said, your puppy is still a PUPPY — we cannot guarantee a single accident won't happen.
  • We recommend letting your puppy out every 2 hours throughout the day.
  • Put your puppy in the crate during nap times to get them comfortable in it.
  • Feed half the meal in the crate, and use the other half for training.
  • Don't feed your puppy's dinner extremely late — give plenty of time to use the bathroom before bed.
  • Start limiting water a couple hours before bed.
  • Keeping your puppy in a crate for short periods throughout the day will help strengthen bladder muscles and creates a positive environment for your puppy to be in.
  • We recommend feeding about 3/4 cup, 3-4 times a day for the first little bit. Then transition to 3 meals a day, and after a few weeks transition to about a cup in the morning and a cup at night.