New Puppy Essentials: What to Buy in Australia

Approximately 42 inches long with two doors and a removable tray for size-checking against many adult Labradors.

Fit:

Measure the dog before ordering; it must stand naturally, turn, and lie comfortably on its side.

Safety:

Introduce gradually and never as punishment; remove collars, leads, or other snag hazards as appropriate.

An 8-panel heavy-duty metal pen with a double-latch door that can form an octagon, square or rectangle, so you can keep a puppy's roaming area manageable around a fixed toilet spot.

Fit:

For households setting up a supervised indoor zone so accidents stay in one place.

Safety:

A pen is a short-term management tool, not a long-term kennel; supervise use and check whether your puppy can climb or get caught.

The larger surface (80 x 90 cm), waterproof backing and wide water-locking edges suit a transition period where you need more coverage, such as inside a pen or a larger room.

Fit:

For households that need a larger indoor toilet area, such as a pen or a roomier space; match the size to the actual area.

Safety:

Stop your puppy chewing or eating pads; replace them as directed and keep the surface clean and dry.

A flexible puppy teething chew with massaging nubs, an option for redirecting chewing during teething.

Fit:

For the 3–7 month teething stage; the listing sizes it for puppies up to about 7 kg (15 lb), so choose a larger size for bigger puppies. Still use the thumbnail test when judging chew hardness.

Safety:

Supervise chewing; if you cannot dent it with a thumbnail, choose a softer chew toy; replace it as soon as it is damaged or pieces come off.

A clean-up product for outdoor toileting: labelled leak-resistant with easy-tear openings, handy for taking a puppy out on walks.

Fit:

For households cleaning up during walks and outdoor toilet trips; the rolls fit most standard holders you can clip to a lead.

Safety:

Bags do not replace toilet training; dispose of used bags according to local rules.

Rust-resistant stainless steel that doesn't hold odours, dishwasher-safe, with a rubber base that stops sliding and tipping.

Fit:

About 28 cm across; one for food and one for water, suitable from puppies up to medium–large dogs.

Safety:

Refresh and wash the water bowl daily, and put out an extra bowl in the shade on hot days.