Kerri's Picks
Preparing to Bring Your Puppy Home
These are the products we actually use and love here at Doods & Dolls — from the food we feed our dogs every day to the toys, chews, and grooming tools that make life with a doodle easier and more fun. Consider this your puppy prep shopping list, straight from Kerri!
Food
For Large BreedsDiamond Naturals Large Breed Puppy
This is what we feed all of our large breed puppies here at Doods & Dolls. Diamond Naturals Large Breed Puppy is formulated specifically for bigger breeds, with the right balance of protein, fat, and calcium to support healthy bone and joint development during those critical growth stages.
For Small & Medium BreedsDiamond Naturals Small/Medium Breed Puppy
For our smaller breeds, we trust Diamond Naturals Small/Medium Breed Puppy. It's packed with real protein, probiotics, and essential nutrients to give your little one the best possible start. We love that it's made with quality ingredients without the premium price tag.
Chews
Bully Sticks
A Doods & Dolls staple! Bully sticks are a safe, long-lasting, single-ingredient chew that puppies absolutely love. They help satisfy that natural chewing instinct, support dental health, and keep your pup happily occupied. We always keep these on hand.
Shop on AmazonTrachea Chip Chews
Another one of our favorites! Trachea chip chews are a natural, single-ingredient chew that puppies go absolutely crazy for. They're crunchy, satisfying, and a great source of glucosamine and chondroitin — which is wonderful for growing joints. A tasty chew that's good for them too!
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Blue Buffalo Bits Training Treats
These are our go-to training treats! They're small, soft, and perfectly sized for rewarding good behavior without overfeeding. Made with real chicken as the first ingredient, they smell amazing to your pup and are easy to break into even smaller pieces for tiny mouths.
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JW Hol-ee Roller Ball
This is our absolute favorite ball! The open lattice design makes it easy for puppies to pick up and carry, and you can stuff treats inside to make it an enrichment toy too. It's durable, bouncy, and endlessly entertaining. We use these every single day.
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Puzzle Feeder / Enrichment Toy
Mental stimulation is just as important as physical exercise for puppies! This puzzle feeder slows down eating, encourages problem-solving, and keeps your pup engaged. We love using enrichment feeders as part of our daily routine — a tired brain makes for a calm, happy puppy.
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MidWest Double Door Crate
We love a double door crate for puppies — the extra door gives you so much more flexibility in how you set up your space. This MidWest crate folds flat for easy storage, comes with a divider panel so you can size it up as your puppy grows, and has a leak-proof pan for easy cleanup.
✨ A 24" crate is ideal for small breeds. For larger breeds, a 30" crate is the perfect starter size — use the divider panel while they're small and expand as they grow!
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Puppy Playpen / Exercise Pen
A playpen is a game-changer for potty training! Containing your puppy to a smaller, defined space helps them learn faster and reduces accidents. We use these to create a safe "home base" for new puppies — it gives them boundaries while still giving them room to move around comfortably.
✨ Helps with focus for potty training — one of our top recommendations for new puppy parents!
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Kerri's FavoriteFavorite Everyday Leash
This is our go-to leash and we absolutely love it! It's thin and comfy in your hand, which makes a huge difference on long walks. Lightweight enough for tiny puppies just starting out, but sturdy enough to handle our larger breeds too. A great all-around leash that works for every size.
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Kerri's FavoriteShow Tech Transgroom Slicker Brush
This is our favorite brush for doodle coats! The Show Tech Transgroom slicker brush glides through curls and waves without pulling or breaking the coat. Starting a brushing routine early is so important — and having the right brush makes all the difference. This one is gentle enough for puppies and effective enough for adults.
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Kerri's FavoritePettom Metal Grooming Comb
Every doodle owner needs a good metal comb! After brushing, always finish with a comb to make sure you've gotten all the way down to the skin — mats love to hide underneath a fluffy top layer. This finishing comb is the perfect tool for keeping your pup's coat tangle-free and mat-free between grooming appointments.
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SHELANDY Forced Air Dog Dryer
If you plan to groom at home, a forced air dryer is a must-have. This SHELANDY dryer has stepless adjustable speed and temperature settings, making it easy to use on puppies and adults alike. Forced air drying helps prevent mats from forming as the coat dries — a huge time-saver and coat-saver!
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