What do I need for my new 10-week-old puppy: food, toys, and care?

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I am a first time puppy owner! I am getting my puppy in a few weeks! It's a toy poodle about 10 weeks old. Can you please recommend the dry and wet food, the treats and what grooming supplies you suggest ? How many chew toys do they need? Any dental care? Any other tips would be appreciated! Thank you! Pet's info: Dog | Toy Poodle | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 11 days old | 6 lbs

Mara Howard, DVM · Accepted Answer

Congratulations on your new puppy! At first, I would recommend feeding Lola what she has already been eating at the breeder. Changes in diet have to be done gradually to avoid GI upset, so typically continuing to feed the food they were already on helps to make the transition to the new home easier. In terms of treats, she will be very small, so training treats (small bite sized pieces) would be a great option. Toys are variable depending on which type she enjoys. I would get a couple options and see which type she prefers; just remember not to leave her unsupervised with any toys that have a squeaker, as she may be able to chew it open and eat the squeaker! At first, she won't need to have her teeth brushed, as her adult teeth won't have come in yet (she will still have baby teeth). Getting her used to having your fingers in her mouth and manipulating under her gums will help prepare her for tooth brushing when she is a little older. Congratulations and enjoy!

What do I need for my new 10-week-old puppy: food, toys, and care?

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