Everything New Pet Owners Need: Your Ultimate Guide

A healthy diet is essential for proper development, healthy energy levels, and a gleaming coat. Ollie takes the specific nutritional needs of every puppy and dog into account to create a personalized subscription-based meal plan. Choose from air-dried, fresh, or a combo, and watch as your new pup happily gobbles up every meal.

There’s no way around it: puppies love to chew. If you’re crate-training your new pup, their bed is sometimes the only thing to gnaw on overnight. This super-durable chew-proof bed can withstand sharp canines. Plus, it fits in standard-sized crates and comes in five sizes to grow with Fido.

As much as you love your new furry friend, the fur itself can get tiresome. Not to mention the inevitable accidents before house training is in full effect. This hand-held portable cleaner makes quick work of stains on upholstery, carpets, curtains, and more. It’s also great for keeping your car clean and odor-free.

Whether you’re taking your pet on a cross-country journey or just to the vet for a check-up, they’ll be right at home in this compact and sturdy carrier. It’s TSA-approved and can accommodate pets up to 20 pounds. It also includes a leash to ensure Fluffy doesn’t wander off when you take her out for a stretch.

The Honest Kitchen uses human-grade ingredients to craft high-quality cat and dog food, and kittens especially love this instant goat’s milk formula. It’s packed with probiotics for healthy digestion and a stronger immune system, and it makes hydration tastier for cats of all ages.

Small cats need a little box with low sides to easily step into and out of. This one-and-done set includes a scoop, a double-sided bowl for food and water, and a bonus mouse-shaped toy.

Dr. Grewal emphasizes that it’s important to introduce new cats to their litter and litter box early to avoid messes around the house. This litter is made from soybeans, so it’s natural, turns into clean flushable clumps, and won’t be tracked around the house after a visit to the litter box.

This retractable leash comes in five sizes to grow with your new pup. It’s made from durable nylon and has a handy breaking mechanism to keep your dog close on busy streets and train her to heel.

This fluffy pillow is exactly where your kitten will want to curl up–the cloud-like comfort and high sides offer a feeling of protection and safety to cats of all ages. The bed is made from breathable, lightweight materials that your kitty can spend all day and night lounging in.

Though technically designed for dogs, these pretty stone bowls are great for cats, too. They’re made from dishwasher-safe ceramic and come with a diatomaceous earth mat that dries in a flash to keep your floors clean. These are the perfect solution for enthusiastic (read: messy) eaters.

These smart toys will keep your pup entertained for hours. This set includes a genius refillable ball that you stuff with pre-made dog-approved pops (flavors include chicken and beef) as well as a silicone tray to make your own pops in the freezer. The best part? The ball is designed for quiet play and even has drool slots to limit mess.