Georgetown, TX
New Puppy Supplies
New Puppy Supply List for French Bulldogs
So you're getting a french bulldog? What supplies do you need to make sure you are ready? We have put together a 'must have' list for new french bulldog puppy owners.
1. Puppy Food: Find out from your breeder what food your new french bulldog puppy will be on when you pick him/her up. We usually start our puppies on Royal Canin Puppy as it provides proper nutrition and doesn't seem to be too rich for their tender little bellies. Buy a bag of the food your breeder recommends so that you have enough to get you by for a couple of weeks at minimum while your puppy gets used to his new environment, before you begin to transition to a new food.
2. Crate: While crating your new puppy may seem cruel at times, crate-training is critical to a well-trained dog and his/her safety. Believe it or not, there will be times when you need to leave home and you can't take your new puppy with you. During these times, if your puppy is left to roam your home freely, he/she will find a million things to get into, and unfortunately some of those things can be dangerous. Having a new puppy is like having a toddler and they want to put everything in their mouths. This can include electrical cords, furniture corners, remote controls, rugs, baseboards, and so much more. You would be amazed what your new puppy can manage to chew and consume - and this can be really bad for them, and sometimes deadly. Crate-training can help keep your puppy in a safe space when not being supervised. And remember, the concept of a crate can range from a traditional six-sided cage to a confined space with a baby gate.
3. Chew Toys: Your new french bulldog puppy will LOVE to chew. Having a myriad of chew toys is essential. You can get these from your local pet store, Amazon, or another place that sells pet supplies. If you choose a stuffed animal or rope toy, be sure to ALWAYS supervise chewing of those toys. These can easily be ingested by puppies and cause major internal issues that can lead to an expensive and painful surgery (been there!) or even death. We highly recommend natural animal bone chews such as cow bones or deer antlers. These last a long time and can be much safer if pieces are ingested.
4. Training Treats: French bulldogs are VERY food motivated. You will learn this quickly and will always have a little furry friend at your feet in the kitchen. The beauty of this is that you can use food to train your frenchie to do nearly anything you want. A good training treat will be very small and tasty. Too large of a treat could cause them to have an upset stomach, and could pose a choking hazard if they try to eat it too quickly. We teach our puppies to sit with treats as early as six weeks, and have even trained our adults to ring a doorbell to go outside to potty - all with treats!
5. Baby Wipes: You french bulldog puppy will act like a baby, all the way from wanting to cuddle in your lap, to needing a quick wipe after potty. Don't worry, this doesn't happen every time, but having a pack of baby wipes handy is very convenient for those times where a quick bum wipe is needed. They are also good for wiping down wrinkly face folds, feet, and ears. We recommend the sensitive skin versions with little to no alcohol so that you don't run the risk of the wipes burning a sensitive or raw spot.
Questions? Reach out any time to info@flashyfrienchies.com. We are always happy to give new puppy advice!
