New Cavapoo Puppy Shopping List

1. Shampoo and Conditioner – Cavapoo have a different hair PH than human hair, so using human shampoo with Cavapoo puppy can be irritating and damaging to their skin. This also applies to using human conditioners on Cavapoo puppy. Special dog shampoo and conditioner with the correct PH is best for your puppy, plus it will make bath time much more enjoyable and fun for everyone. 

2. Dog brush– Cavapoos have a beautiful coat which requires a minimum of several times a week of brushing to maintain the undercoat, but if your puppy loves playing outside or wrestling and rolling around as most puppies do, a more frequent brushing maybe needed. Please remember to shower them with kisses, good and positive comments and treats when brushing their fur and the puppy will surely love this bonding time with you. This can be a great time for one on one attention, which your Cavapoo puppy will adore and becomes a routine that your puppy looks forward to. Cavapoo puppies are very affectionate so don’t be surprised if they lay down licks on your face as you brush their fur.

One Cavapoo breeder finds the Stainless Grooming Comb and small size is best.Their favorite Cavapoo grooming brush is the Miracle Coat Slicker Brush and they also like the Safari Dematting comb. 

3. Dog toothbrush and toothpaste-The top priority in dog dental care is brushing, ideally once a day, and several say using an enzymatic toothpaste will enhance the effects of regular brushing. Brushing a Cavapoo’s teeth using a soft-bristle toothbrush and a toothpaste designed for pets is by far the most effective form of dental preventative care. The key is to use a toothbrush with extra-soft bristles so as not to startle your puppy or cause it discomfort. Experts agree that the brush should be soft or extra soft and advises owners to start with just a little warm water on the toothbrush and then work their way up to using toothpaste. They recommend that every dog owner should have a dog toothbrush and dog toothpaste. There are different kinds of dog toothbrushes: the traditional ones, like people use, or finger toothbrushes. If your dog won’t let you use a traditional toothbrush (or has a very small mouth) an angled finger brush makes for easy access.Finger brushes may work well for dogs under 28 pounds.. A common, potentially dangerous mistake owners make is to use toothpaste for humans on their dogs.You should never use human toothpaste in a dog’s mouth because these contain additives that can be toxic to dogs if they swallow. This gel toothpaste also contains bacteria-fighting enzymes as well as baking soda and neem oil to whiten teeth and freshen breath. If brushing simply isn’t possible, wipes are another good option for removal of the plaque and tartar because you’re still physically removing food particles and plaque from your dog’s teeth. Using wipes can help keep plaque and bacteria at bay if used on a regular basis. 

4. Ear wash and cleaner–  As Cavapoos are more disposed to ear infections, prevention is the key as well as a weekly maintenance hygiene program. This will help keep your Cavapoo happy, playful, able to hear and healthy.

5. Nail clippers– Nail clippers will help keep your Cavapoo’s nail and paws in good shape. It also gives a great time to inspect their paws, so that pebbles or plant thorns or leaves did not get stuck hiding in your puppy’s paws.

6. Blunt edge scissors (for trimming around the eyes)