| If you are about to become the proud owner of a | | | | variety of shapes and sizes and are durable and |
| new dog there are a few essential items you will | | | | inexpensive. Stainless steel bowls are not only |
| need. There are lots of essential dog supplies but by | | | | dishwasher safe, but also virtually indestructible, which |
| ensuring you have these top three you will be able to | | | | is perfect if your new dog likes chewing it's supplies! |
| look after your dog properly, giving them the best | | | | When taking your dog for walks your pet will need a |
| possible life. | | | | lead. Dog leads vary in length and are made from |
| The most important thing to buy is a dog bed. There | | | | either leather or nylon. There are two main types to |
| are hundreds of dog beds on the market of different | | | | choose from, a standard lead or a retractable lead, |
| sizes and shapes including round, square and | | | | but do you go for one that is long or short? |
| rectangular. Think about the size of your dog and if | | | | It might be wise to buy a shorter lead for dog if you |
| possible take measurements of your dog's body | | | | will be training your dog. A lead that stretches no |
| before buying the bed. | | | | more than four feet will give you control and prevent |
| Another essential is a food bowl. Choosing a good | | | | your dog from wandering off too far. Longer leads |
| bowl can be difficult, again due to the huge selection | | | | are more appropriate for dogs that are more |
| on offer. The best type of bowl to buy is one made | | | | obedient. The longer lead allows them to wander off |
| of stainless steel. Stainless steel dog bowls come in a | | | | yet as the owner, you still have control. |