what are the best pet supplies for my new puppy/kitten?

When it comes to getting pets there is a lot to consider. From food to toys, and of course, the expensive one: pet supplies. It can be difficult to know what items your furry companion will need, especially if you are a first-time pet owner. Whether you are bringing home a puppy or a kitten, here are some essential pet supplies your furry addition will need for a happy and healthy life.

One of the most important items for any puppy or kitten are crates or carriers. These will provide them with a safe and comfortable area when travelling in the car and away from home. When researching carriers, be sure to look at options that provide enough space for your animal, but also provide proper ventilation. Additionally, blankets can also be helpful when introducing them to their new home or travelling as it gives them something to cling on to.

Food and water bowls are also necessary for any pet. The type of bowls you get depends on the size of your pet as larger animals might require deeper bowls so they can easily reach their food and water each meal time - otherwise you may find yourself cleaning spilled water off of your floor on numerous occasions! You might also choose stainless-steel types as they don't hold odours or bacteria like plastic or ceramic ones do.

Your new addition will need litter-boxes no matter their size or age (cats only of course!), so be sure you get your hands on the right sizes and type that fit in with your home décor style - they don't have to look ugly!.. When choosing litter pair this with litter scoopers so you have all the tools necessary for cleaning out their box each day; once filled up these should also be emptied regularly as cats/puppies won't use litter boxes that aren't clean.

Every puppy will benefit from having multiple toys so they can keep entertained throughout the day when spending time indoors - little puppies might want chew toys so they can manage their teething pain while older puppies could enjoy playing fetch with tennis balls! Kitty cats need scratching posts to stretch out muscles providing them with much needed exercise indoors plus it also helps stop them from scratching furniture! Other fun additions could include teaser rods/balls for cats providing hours of entertainment as well as cosy beds/pads so they can sleep comfortably throughout the night - these could alternatively be replaced by fleece blankets if needed (though adopting both is definitely encouraged).

Finally no pet's living space is complete without grooming tools like combs, bath towels and nail clippers which are essential products when it comes down to brushing excess dirt/shedding off fur/paws off their heads/bodies plus keeping nails trimmed down too if needed. Grooming tools go hand in hand with flea-treatment; make sure you use preventative treatments every month or whenever needed too keep parasites away from your four-legged family member(s).