$45
Ruffwear Front Range Harness
Cut Tank's pulling by 70%. 18 months daily use and still going.
The three we'd save in a fire
If you're new here, start with these.
Three things we use every single day across four dogs. If everything else disappeared and we had to start over, these three would be on the first re-order. That's the list.
$30
FURminator Undercoat Deshedding Tool (Large, Long Hair)
Removes 90% more loose undercoat. Rex & Luna approved.
$18
KONG Extreme Dog Toy (X-Large, Black)
The ONLY toy Rex hasn't destroyed in 14 months.
Bundled by problem
If you're dealing with a specific thing.
I grouped a few items together by the actual problem they solve. If you're starting from scratch with one of these issues, here's the bundle that worked for us.
Starter kit
Tank's No-Pull Starter Kit
For dogs that drag you down the street. Used together to retrain Tank in 6 weeks.
- Ruffwear Front Range Harness $45
- Dual-Handle Training Leash $20
- Musher's Secret Paw Wax (200g) $15
Kit total
$80
Starter kit
Rex's Destroyer-Proof Toy Pack
For German Shepherds, Pit Bulls, Labs — anything with industrial-strength jaws.
- KONG Extreme Dog Toy (X-Large, Black) $18
- West Paw Hurley (Tough Fetch Toy) $20
- Mammoth XL Rope Tug Toy $12
Kit total
$50
Starter kit
New Puppy Essentials
Everything you actually need on day one. Skip the $500 puppy-store mistake.
- Enzyme Pet Stain & Odor Remover $20
- Ruffwear Front Range Harness $45
- KONG Extreme Dog Toy (X-Large, Black) $18
- Orthopedic Memory Foam Dog Bed $80
- Collapsible Travel Bowl $10
Kit total
$173
Starter kit
Shedding Survival Kit
Built around Luna and Rex. Drops loose-hair pickup by ~90%.
- FURminator Undercoat Deshedding Tool (Large, Long Hair) $30
- Oatmeal Dog Shampoo $10
- Microfiber Dog Drying Towel $18
- Enzyme Pet Stain & Odor Remover $20
Kit total
$78
Walking & Adventure
No-pull harnesses, GPS, leashes, paw protection.
$45
Ruffwear Front Range Harness
Cut Tank's pulling by 70%. 18 months daily use and still going.
$40
Blue-9 Balance Harness
Trainer-favorite. 6 adjustment points for picky body shapes.
$20
Dual-Handle Training Leash
Traffic handle saved me from being dragged into the street.
$15
Musher's Secret Paw Wax (200g)
Hot pavement + winter salt protection. Year-round on all 4.
Toys That Survive
Tested on Rex (the destroyer). These are the survivors.
$18
KONG Extreme Dog Toy (X-Large, Black)
The ONLY toy Rex hasn't destroyed in 14 months.
Grooming Essentials
Brushes, shampoos, nail care. Less fur on the couch.
$30
FURminator Undercoat Deshedding Tool (Large, Long Hair)
Removes 90% more loose undercoat. Rex & Luna approved.
Travel & Car
Survived the Dead Fish Incident. Will survive yours.
$75
4Knines Waterproof Dog Car Seat Cover (Regular, Black)
Survived the Dead Fish Incident. Enough said.
Beds & Comfort
Rex ate 6 beds before we found these.
Bath & Home
Mess control for the multi-dog household.
Health & Wellness
Quiet products that prevent the $800 vet bill.
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