Puppy Supplies Checklist
Everything Your New Puppy Needs
Our go-home list, tested and approved by our family and our pups.
Bringing home your Bernedoodle is a big day, and being ready for it makes the first weeks easier for you and your puppy. We put together this list from years of raising puppies. Every item here is something we use ourselves or have seen work well for our families. The right food, supplements and supplies help your puppy settle in faster, stay healthy and start potty and crate training on the right paw.
Some items can be purchased directly from us and added to your order at pick-up or with puppy delivery. Small items can also be sent by mail (shipping rates apply). Everything else is linked below so you can order it ahead of time and have your home ready before your puppy arrives.
What Comes Home With Your Puppy
Every Bernedoodles and Co. puppy goes home with a starter kit, so you have everything you need for the first day.
Health Records Folder
All of your puppy’s records in one place: vaccinations, deworming schedule and microchip information. Bring it to your first vet visit.
Blanket
A soft blanket that smells like mom and littermates, to help your puppy feel safe in the new home.
Toy
A favorite toy to comfort and entertain your puppy from day one.
Food Sample (2 cups)
A sample of the food your puppy is currently eating, enough for 2–4 meals depending on your puppy’s size and age. This gives you time to get the full bag without changing food suddenly.
Bernedoodles and Co. Bag
A bag with our logo to carry everything out.
Add to Your Puppy Order
These items can be added at pick-up or with puppy delivery. Treats can also be shipped by mail (shipping rates apply). Supplements ship directly from the manufacturer.
Puppy Food: Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain Puppy Chicken & Pea Formula, 20 lb – $40
This is exactly what your puppy is eating now.
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This is exactly what your puppy is eating now. Keeping the same food during the first weeks at home avoids an upset tummy and loose stool during an already exciting time. If you decide to switch foods later, do it slowly over 7–10 days by mixing the new food in with the old.
- Fresh chicken is the #1 ingredient
- Probiotics and prebiotic fiber for healthy digestion
- Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for skin and coat
- Grain-free recipe
$40 · Available for purchase at pick-up.
Wellness Soft Puppy Bites, Lamb & Salmon (8 oz) – $10
Small, soft, puppy-sized treats that are perfect for training.
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Small, soft, puppy-sized treats that are perfect for training. Your puppy already knows and loves them, which makes them a great reward for the first potty and crate training sessions.
- Natural source of DHA for brain and eye development
- Soft and easy to break into small pieces for training
- Made in the USA
$10 from us · Available at pick-up, with puppy delivery, or by mail (shipping rates apply).
Prefer to order it yourself?
NuVet Plus Vitamins
Why we recommend it: Your puppy’s protection from mom’s antibodies fades in the first weeks of life, at the same time the vaccine series begins and your puppy faces a new home, new people and new places.
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Why we recommend it: Your puppy’s protection from mom’s antibodies fades in the first weeks of life, at the same time the vaccine series begins and your puppy faces a new home, new people and new places. NuVet Plus is a daily immune system builder made with a blend of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, omega fatty acids and amino acids. It is cold-processed so heat doesn’t destroy the nutrients, and most puppies take it like a treat.
- Supports a strong immune system during the vaccination period
- Promotes healthy skin and a shiny coat
- Supports digestion, eyes and ears
- B vitamins support the growing nervous system
- 60-day satisfaction guarantee from NuVet
NuVet Plus is not sold in stores. It is only available through a recommendation from a breeder or pet professional, using our personal order link or code.
By phone: 1-800-474-7044, order code 428166
E4L Puppy Probiotic Plus
Why we recommend it: A puppy’s tummy goes through a lot in the first months: a new home, a new routine, dewormers and sometimes antibiotics.
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Why we recommend it: A puppy’s tummy goes through a lot in the first months: a new home, a new routine, dewormers and sometimes antibiotics. E4L Puppy is a daily powder you sprinkle on food. It combines three things in one scoop:
- Colostrum: bovine colostrum (mother’s "first milk") naturally rich in antibodies, to support the developing immune system
- Superfoods: pumpkin, flaxseed, grass-fed beef liver and omega-3 DHA and EPA for healthy growth, brain development, skin and coat
- Probiotics and prebiotics: 5 billion CFU of beneficial probiotics plus prebiotic fiber to keep the gut balanced and stool firm
E4L Puppy is made for puppies from 8 weeks up to 18 months. It has been studied in double-blind, placebo-controlled trials with Texas A&M University, where puppies taking E4L showed higher levels of a key gut-immunity antibody (IgA) and better gut health scores than puppies on placebo. It also helps protect the gut while your puppy is on dewormers or antibiotics.
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Our Favorite Puppy Supplies
Mini and Micro puppies need small or extra-small sizes. Standard puppies need medium to large, especially for crates, harnesses and beds. Not sure? Message us and we’ll help you choose.
We recommend ordering these before your puppy comes home. Tap any item to see the one we use on Amazon.
Bath & grooming
Puppy Shampoo – AromaCare Soothing Chamomile (Professional Pet Products)
A gentle shampoo for dogs and puppies with chamomile, yucca and oatmeal to soothe sensitive skin and keep your doodle’s coat soft.
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Puppy Towel
An extra-absorbent microfiber towel dries your doodle’s thick coat faster and keeps your home clean after baths and rainy walks.
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Bath Mat
A non-slip mat for the tub or sink helps your puppy feel secure, so bath time is calm instead of scary.
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Slicker Brush
The most important grooming tool for a Bernedoodle.
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Scissor Set (for around the eyes)
Rounded-tip safety scissors to trim the hair around the eyes, paws and face between grooming visits.
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Nail Trimmer
Short nails protect your floors and your puppy’s paws.
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Grooming Wipes – Pogi’s (fragrance-free)
Quick cleanups between baths: muddy paws, face and bottom.
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Ear Finger Wipes – PawSono
Doodles have floppy, furry ears that trap moisture and dirt, so regular gentle cleaning helps keep them fresh.
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For a deeper clean: Virbac Epi-Otic Advanced Ear Cleanser
A gentle ear rinse made for dogs and puppies.
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Feeding & treats
Food and Water Bowls
Stainless steel or ceramic bowls are easy to clean and don’t hold bacteria like plastic.
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Training Treats
Small, soft treats for daily training and rewarding good behavior.
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Another favorite: Zuke’s Mini Naturals (chicken)
Tiny, soft training treats with only 2 calories each, so you can reward often without overfeeding.
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Also great: Merrick Power Bites (real salmon, 6 oz)
Soft and chewy star-shaped training treats made with real salmon.
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Wet Food Topper – Cesar Meaty Selects (36-pack)
Mix a spoonful into your puppy’s kibble to make mealtime extra tasty, especially for picky eaters.
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Fresh Food – The Farmer’s Dog (chicken & turkey)
Real, human-grade food gently cooked with real meat and veggies, complete and balanced.
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For Later – Adult Food: Merrick Real Beef & Sweet Potato (grain-free, 30 lb)
When your puppy grows up and is ready for adult food, this is a great choice, with real beef as the main ingredient, crafted in the USA.
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Matching wet food: Merrick Real Beef, Lamb & Bison Dinner (pâté, 12.7 oz cans)
A grain-free, poultry-free pâté with 96% of its protein from animal sources.
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Raw mixer: Primal Freeze-Dried Raw Nuggets (beef, 14 oz)
Made with grass-fed beef raised without steroids or added hormones.
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For Mini & Micro Bernedoodles: Merrick Lil’ Plates Dinner Duo (12 cups)
Small-breed wet food in perfectly portioned 3.5 oz cups: Texas-style steak tips and Thanksgiving dinner with morsels in gravy.
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Healthy-grains option: Merrick Kitchen Comforts Variety Pack (12 cans)
Hearty stews made with real meat or poultry in gravy with visible vegetables and healthy grains: chicken casserole, beef tips & rice stew, and turkey meatloaf.
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High-Value Treats – Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Beef Liver
A single-ingredient treat (just beef liver) that puppies go crazy for.
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Etta Says! Yumm Sticks (variety pack)
Meaty snack sticks in beef, chicken, pork and turkey.
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Rigby Squeeze Pouches (beef, sweet potato & spinach)
Organic lickable treat pouches your puppy can lick straight from the spout.
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Walks & ID
ID Tag
Engrave your phone number so your puppy can always find the way home, in addition to the microchip.
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Collar
A lightweight, adjustable collar to hold the ID tag.
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Collar
A lightweight, adjustable collar to hold the ID tag.
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Harness
A harness protects your puppy’s neck and gives you better control on walks.
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Leash
A standard 6 ft leash is best for training and early walks.
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Poop Bags
Keep a roll on the leash so you are never caught without one.
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Pooper Scooper – Pupzle (Heavy Duty)
Makes yard cleanup quick and easy, no bending over.
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Potty & crate training
Potty Pads
Disposable pads for nighttime, small spaces and early potty training.
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Washable Potty Pad
A reusable, eco-friendly pad that saves money and works well inside a playpen or under the crate.
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Stain & Odor Remover – Nature’s Miracle (enzymatic)
Accidents happen during potty training!
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Crate, Option 1 (Luxury furniture style)
A luxury furniture-style crate with a wood-look top that doubles as an end table, so it looks beautiful in your living room.
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Crate, Option 2 (Simple wire crate)
A classic, budget-friendly wire crate with a removable tray for easy cleaning.
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Puppy Playpen (8 panels, 24" tall)
A safe space for your puppy to play and nap while you’re busy.
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Pet Gate – Cumbor (white)
Keeps your puppy safely out of stairs, kitchens and off-limits rooms while still letting them see you.
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Pet Camera (2-pack)
Check on your puppy from your phone while you’re at work or out running errands.
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Dog Bed, Option 1 (Fluffy donut bed)
A comfortable, washable bed for naps and nighttime.
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Dog Bed, Option 2 (Bolster bed)
A plush rectangular bed with soft raised sides for resting a head, and a roomy flat surface that’s perfect for puppies who like to stretch out.
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Snuggle Puppy
A plush toy with a "heartbeat" and an optional warm pack.
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Play & chewing
Toys
A mix of plush, rope and rubber toys keeps your puppy busy and helps prevent chewing on furniture.
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Chew Toys – Benebone Puppy 2-Pack
Softer chews made for puppies, in maple wood and bacon flavors.
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Nylabone Puppy Starter Kit
Three chews in one pack: a soft, nubby puppy chew for teething, a firmer bone to graduate to, and an edible bacon-flavor chew treat.
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Nylabone Teething Pacifier
A gentle puppy chew with massaging nubs that soothe sore gums during teething.
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Woof Bite n’ Brush Toothbrush Toy
A chew toy with built-in bristles that scrub plaque while your puppy chews.
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Add the refills: Bite n’ Brush Dental Refills (beef)
Teeth-cleaning treat sticks that slide into the toy and fit all sizes.
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N-Bone Puppy Teething Rings (Pumpkin)
Edible teething rings that satisfy the urge to chew, with calcium for healthy teeth and bones and DHA for brain development.
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Bully Sticks – Natural Farm (4 inch, 10 count)
100% natural, long-lasting chews that help clean teeth and keep teething puppies busy.
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Puppy Activity Gym
A play frame with hanging toys of different textures, sounds and shapes (plush, rope, fleece tugs and rings).
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Fruit & Veggie Plush Toy Set
A big set of soft fruit and veggie toys that comes in a basket.
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Interactive Light-Up Ball
A motion-activated ball with colorful lights and a rope tail that keeps your puppy chasing and playing on their own.
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Self-Rolling Smart Balls (2-pack)
Press the button and these balls roll and bounce on their own with a soft glowing light, so your puppy can chase and play even when you’re busy.
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Lobster Rope & Plush Toy
A soft plush squeaky lobster with knotted cotton rope legs, perfect for tug-of-war, fetch and chewing during teething.
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"The Canine Post" Newspaper Toy
A funny newspaper-style fabric toy that puppies love to carry, shake and fetch, and it makes a cute photo prop too.
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Antler Chew
A long-lasting natural chew for teething puppies.
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Knuckle Bones
Natural chews that satisfy the urge to chew during teething.
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Holiday Pick – BARK Dog Advent Calendar (seasonal)
A fun way to celebrate your puppy’s first holiday season!
