Your pup needs to be comfortable and secure in the places they will stay and sleep. Purchasing a crate large enough for your pup to be comfortable is important. They come in a variety of sizes that can accommodate any size pup you have. Crate training also encourages quick potty training.
While in the crate, let your puppy sleep on an inexpensive pad or an old towel. Not only will this keep them from lying on the hard floor or uncomfortable cage bottom, but it will also help to contain any accidents while you are potty training.
Investing in a sturdy pet pen helps keep your pup contained long-term. The Clearly Loved Pet Pen is a great option, as the clear durable sides allow you to see what your puppy is doing at all times.
These are a great way to keep your pup from running the house and getting into places they shouldn’t be. We prefer plastic pens over the metal pens, as they don’t scratch the floors and tend to keep their shape better.
Baby gates are a great option if you want to give your pup access to an entire room while still keeping them from other parts of your home. Use them in doorways or stairways to keep your puppy out of trouble.
If you have larger than average doorways or don’t want to place a baby gate against your wall, use a free-standing baby gate. You can section off a part of your room or yard to create a play area just for your pup!
These electric fence collars work with GPS to keep your pup within a set boundary, no fence installation needed. If you have a lake house, move, or are visiting a friend or family member, you can set a new GPS boundary to prevent your pup from wandering away.
If you have rooms you do not want your pup to get into but don’t want to put an unsightly gate up, consider investing in an indoor electric fence.
Traveling without securing your pups can be dangerous. Invest in a sleeping pod for your pup to protect them and yourself. SleepyPod tests all their products to ensure their safety and durability in case of an accident. They have carriers for small pups and harnesses for bigger pups.
Traveling without securing your pups can be dangerous. Invest in a sleeping pod for your pup to protect them and yourself. SleepyPod tests all their products to ensure their safety and durability in case of an accident. They have carriers for small pups and harnesses for bigger pups.
Dog toys from the store can get pretty boring after a while. They all seem to be the same thing. Try mixing it up and adding some excitement to your pup’s life by trying out Bark Box! They offer a 1-month free trial that allows you to get high-quality, cute puppy toys sent directly to your front door! Each month has a different theme, so your pup will never get bored with the same old, same old again!
Tennis Balls: When you think puppy toys, you most likely think tennis balls. They are the most iconic pet toy of all, and we believe everyone needs at least one!
Every pup needs their own stuffed toy to cuddle and love. Find one with crinkles and squeaks, and that fits in perfectly in their mouth.
This pig from Walmart took the internet by storm and turned into a viral sensation that all dogs love! Pick one up for your pup and enjoy the hours of entertainment they’ll get from it, and the fun sound it makes when squeaked!
Kong toys are another iconic toy for your puppy. Pups love to chew on them, and you can freeze different treat mixtures inside as a sneaky, tasty snack for your pup!
If your pup loves to eat the ends of your rug, think about getting a rope toy! The material of the rope mimics that of your rug but is safe and acceptable for your puppy to chew on.
These are an absolute must when you’re starting the training process. Bait bags can hold a lot of treats, decreasing the number of times you have to go and get more treats while training your pup. If you’re planning to carry treats with a strong odor, such as liver treats, line them with a disposable baggie to contain the smell to the bag. You can also store bait bags inside your fridge to keep treats fresh and ready for your next training session.
These are a soft, chewy, and tasty treat your pup will love while they’re training.
Another great option to try with your puppy while training.
A clicker is a training essential for new puppies. Use it to mark the desired behavior within 2 seconds of it occurring to reinforce the behavior. Clickers are one of the clearest forms of communication for pup training.
Every puppy needs structure, especially when it comes to guests arriving in their home. Use a mat as a designated command area that they can go to when visitors come over or in other situations.
Everybody needs poop bags, whether you’re potty training or not. These biodegradable bags are a great option to clean up your pup’s mess while also being environmentally conscious.
These are great alternatives to living grass patches. Use a highly absorbent, lightweight bark potty if you don’t want your pup going potty in your yard, or indoors on your floors. They can last up to a month, and even come with built-in poop bags!
Potty pads are great for on-the-go potty breaks at hotels or the airport. You can also use them inside your pup’s crate to catch any accidents without making a mess of the surrounding area and their bed.
All puppies have potty accidents. It’s nothing to get upset about! This spray is great at cleaning the mess while also eliminating the urine odor that draws the puppy back to the same spot to potty in.
Puppies love Bully Sticks. They tend to last a fairly long time, giving your pup an extended source of entertainment. They come in a great odor-free option, which we highly recommend as they can be quite stinky.
Puppies and adult pups alike love Nylabones. They are a constructive way to work out your pup’s natural need to chew!
Wishbone chews are another great option designed with your puppy in mind. The flavor is one your pup will love, and they will want to chew on it for hours.
Puppies will go crazy for this chew! Beef trachea chews are a tasty option, but they tend to be eaten quicker than a bully stick. It’s a great idea to swat out the two from time-to-time to give your pup a variety.
This collar comes in an assortment of great colors, meaning you can keep your pup safe while also keeping them stylish! You don’t want to purchase a pricey collar at first since your puppy will grow out of it rather quickly.
We love double-handled leashes! You can let your pup have the whole leash to go potty, and then corral them in with the smaller section when you’re on the move.
A slip lead allows you to quickly slip a leash on and off your puppy’s neck without the need to find the leash loop on your pup’s collar.
All puppies need identification. Get an ID tag with you and your pup’s names and the best phone number to call in case of an emergency. This will keep your pup safe if they happen to slip off the leash or get out of your yard.
These collars are helpful because your puppy cannot slip or pull the collar off their neck, as it gets smaller the more they tug on it.
If you want to take your puppy to a large outdoor area but still keep them contained, think about getting a long leash. You can let the leash drag on the ground without them running away.
If you’re from the Chicago area, you know how cold our winters can get. Invest in a quality jacket for when your pup is out and about in the colder months. This jacket is a durable option that comes in a variety of fun colors.
This food is what we feed our pups. It is an extremely high-quality food that offers a complete and balanced diet for your pup.
This is a great kibble option for your pup. It’s a great way to track what is in your pup’s food since Life’s Abundance keeps a close eye on what is going into each bag of food.
This 3-piece storage set is a great option for storing your pup’s food. The set comes with 2 different sized airtight containers and a scoop to make measuring your pup’s food easy.
Having a high-quality bowl your pup can eat out of is essential. This bowl comes with a fun mat that helps keep the mess off your floor. Plus, it comes in a variety of colors to match with any home interior.
Keeping your puppy entertained between meals is important. This treat feeder not only helps keep your pup occupied while also rewarding them with a treat. You can also put meals in the feeder to help control eating speed.
Puppy nails can get long fast. You’ll want to decide if you want to trim your pup’s nails yourself or if you will feel more comfortable having a professional trim them. It’s important to know that, depending on where you go, it can cost up to $15 per trim. It’s important to trim your pup’s nails at least once a month. If you feel up to the task, these clippers are a great option to have at home.
In addition to nail clippers, if you decide to trim your pup’s nails at home, it’s a good idea to keep a blood stopper on hand. Puppies move and squirm a lot, and an accident is bound to happen. This is a great blood stopper that is safe and quick to use for your pup.
Brushing your pup is important, but it can be a hassle if they have long, curly hair. Using a detangling spray will make the brushing process easier and faster.
This is an amazing brush for puppies that will have long coats as adults. The tines are long and sturdy, which will help you reach the base of their fur and prevent matting.
A clean pup keeps mats away. Get your puppy used to baths from a young age so they will be easier to bath as they get older. Baths should be given at least once a month, but can be more frequent if your pup likes to get dirty!
Licking mats help make the bathing process a positive one. Put any sort of sticky substance that is safe for your pup to ingest on the mat and it will keep them occupied for the duration of their bath.
Your pup’s teeth should be brushed at least once a day to maintain a healthy mouth. This toothbrush is a great option because it comes with a traditional toothbrush and a finger brush for easy teeth cleaning.
Vet wrap is a bandage that provides support and protection for your pup in emergencies. The breathable material allows the skin to breathe, which helps increase the healing time for your pup. Vet Wrap comes in multiple sizes and colors offers a 100% satisfaction policy to all customers.
Before applying Vet Wrap, be sure to apply a gauze pad. It will act as an absorbent and protective barrier on any open wounds until you are able to get your pup seen by a vet.
All puppies get into things they aren’t supposed to. If this happens and you need to include vomiting, hydrogen peroxide is a great option. Give your pup 1 teaspoon per 10 pounds of body weight. Before inducing vomiting, always consult your veterinarian.
Small cuts and scrapes happen from time to time. You will want to invest in an antibacterial ointment to put on any wounds your pup may get to prevent infection.
Benadryl is great to have on hand in case of an allergic reaction. Give your pup 1 milligram per pound of body weight. Always contact your veterinarian before administering any medication to your pup. They will ultimately know what is best for the situation, as well as your puppy.
When you need to administer liquid medications, having a syringe is handy. To make medication more appealing to your pup, consider adding corn syrup to the mix.
Happy Pup Manor was an amazing experience! My mini goldendoodle puppy had a 2 week stay with them and I couldn't be more impressed! The staff was in constant contact with me throughout the process - I received regular updates and photos but our go home lesson was what really got me. Daga was FANTASTIC! The go home lesson was clear and informative- she was great with teaching and encouraging my kids with the training. Daga also made sure we completely understood everything we went over! I also simply cant believe the change in my pup - I will definitely...
Our pup, Siena went to the board and train program and the results amazed us! The communication from the staff and trainers was consistent and continual...our critical pup's behavioral items were addressed and a few additional items were added by the staff. All in all, this was an exceptional experience for us and our pup!
We just got our Golden Retriever puppy back after the 10 day training. We are so grateful for the training. The trainer, Shelby was so sweet and very knowledgeable. She got us on a food schedule and crate schedule. She was happy to answer all of our question, Our experience was wonderful and we highly recommend it!
We just got our 4 month old labradoodle puppy Taco back from Happy Pup Manor. He went for a month of training and we couldn’t be happier with how he returned to us. He left struggling with having accidents in the house, nipping and biting, only knowing limited commands. He came back to us a proper little gentleman. He is now totally house trained, no longer nipping and biting, very obedient! This is our second dog we have had Gabby and Happy Pup Manor train for us. With a new puppy I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them with training, their...
Our puppy had a great experience at Happy Pup Manor. We missed him so much but seeing photos of him so happy and playing outside was great, as were the report cards we got every other day. It’s hard to send your puppy away but he was clearly so loved and so well cared for, and he came home with some great skills that we can continue to build on. Big thumbs up from us!
I had such an amazing experience sending my 1 year old toy poodle to happy pup manor for board and train. I had been working with a different trainer and I felt like we had reached a plateau. She is high anxiety and putting the leash on/off had become extremely stressful for her. She would also refuse to walk outside my building in a busy area. She now loves putting her leash on and off and walks like a pro. Everyone at Happy pup listened to my concerns with her and kept me in the loop with her progress. I...
The proprietor of the business cares a lot about this business and will go to great lengths to keep it a great place. 5 star in my book.
Gaby and her husband have purchased an epic property and are investing to make your doggo experience second to none.
Our 6 month puppy had the BEST time here! Happy Pup Manor is professional, very easy to communicate with, provides constant updates on your dog, takes good care of your dog, and provides incredible training! Our dog come back completely different- he can now walk with us without pulling, he listens to us, and he just overall a better behaved dog. 10/10 recommend Happy Pup Manor if you're wanting training for your dog, they were incredible!
We brought our golden doodle home when he was 8 weeks old. I had dogs growing up but I never remember the puppy stage like this. Nipping, not listening at all, the dog was basically “in charge” of us. This didn’t work because my two younger daughters were actually scared of him even though he looks like a cute little teddy bear. When we first got him, we thought we could figure it out on our own but we were so wrong. ? After talking to our breeder, she highly recommended Happy Puppy Manor. About two weeks later, 12 weeks...
Here's two thumbs up for Happy Puppy Manor! After raising both an Australian Shepherd and a Golden Retriever from puppyhood we thought we knew a thing about training puppies. Then we met Poppy - our adorable, smart and willful Bernedoodle. Thank goodness for Happy Puppy Manor and their expert trainer Carol! (Carol is a star). Now our friends are amazed at how well behaved our 4 month old baby girl is!
Milo loved his first stay at Happy Pup Manor! The team was so sweet and he came back so happy and clean too!
Happy Pup Manor is the place to be for both training and boarding. We are new to dog ownership and we wound up with a GIANT puppy. We don't know what we'd do without Happy Pup and their incredible staff welcoming our furry friend with open arms. Not only do we rest assured that he is having a blast in a safe, clean, enriching environment while we are are away, we also comes back a perfect (well almost perfect) gentleman. Thank you to the Happy Pup team for teaching our Benny basic commands, how to walk properly by leash, to...
Our 12 week great Dane puppy was enrolled in their 28 day program. I was hesitate to be away from our new puppy for so long. However the team here was so positive and open it made me feel very comfortable. They communication was impeccable and the trainers kept us up to date with videos and photos throughout the whole time. I am so happy with this experience and I recommend to every dog owner wanting their dog to receive great training and care.Thank you Happy Pup Manor Team!!❤❤
Happy Pup Manor is amazing. We did the 10-day board & train for our Porto. We have no regrets. He had the time of his life. He came back a much more well-behaved pup. Gabby walked us through what we needed to do to keep him that way. If you have the resources, take advantage of their services.
This was a very positive experience for me as a first-time dog owner. My Nash completed the 10-day training at 11 weeks old and learned the foundational commands. I feel confident with continued practice and reinforcement that, Nash and I will have a great life together. He knew all the commands and, even with the puppy brain..did quite well. I also appreciate the training and information I received when he returned home; the trainer was friendly and provided clear guidance. It was helpful to have the training in my home. I enjoyed the regular updates throughout his training, their responsiveness,...
Love, love coming to happy pup manor! We started off here almost 3 years ago when they came to get trained and have been boarding here ever since! They did amazing on their training! Mack and Meli both get so excited when they get picked up, they know exactly where they are going! They love playing with all their friends. They always come home in a good mood and also squeaky clean. We are very happy to have found Gabby and her amazing staff. They are the best and truly love our fur babies! Tonia (Mack and Meli’s mommy)
Happy pup manor is our go to spot for boarding our dog. Gabby and her crew are fabulous with him! We feel very comfortable leaving him in their care when we go away. He is always excited to see them, knowing he will get lots of love and playtime at their wonderful property. For a great (and safe) experience, you can count on happy pup Manor boarding.
We love Happy Pup Manor and Gabby. We always choose them for boarding our pup Franco. They have the best attention and I can rest assured that Franco is in the best possible hands. A huge perk is the valet service for pick up and drop off. I love that he has tons of supervised playtime and he’s always sad to leave the manor when his boarding is over.
Happy Pup Manor is a home away from home for our pup, Duke. After we adopted him we needed to find a place to have him trained. My son, Patrick researched several options and after talking to Gabby at Happy Pup Manor he was convinced. Duke went for the 10 day training and came home a happy well trained pup. He is still a handful but what puppy isn’t. He is calmer and listens better than ever before. Gabby and her team of trainers treat your dog as their own. He has boarded there as well. He looks forward to...
Our dog Buck is a very high energy 8 month old puppy. My husband was very skeptical that he could be trained. Gabby had him for two weeks and he came back a well-behaved puppy! He is still is energetic self, but she showed us he does have impulse control. He does not pull us along on walks, he sits and stays and he will stay on his "bed" until we tell him to come. It's amazing. This was the best thing we have ever done with any of our dogs!
Gabby and her team at Happy Pup Manor did a fantastic job with Wrigley. As a 11 week pup is, he is always chewing and not wanting to listen. They worked with him on being more attentive, listening to commands better, only chewing on toys and less of fingers, the socialization with other dogs, and having productive walks. After Wrigley's two week stay he came back a better pup. Would highly recommend them and I know Wrigley can’t wait to go back!
Our puppy went straight from our breeder to training at Happy Pup Manor and we couldn’t be happier! Gabby was always quick to respond to questions and available to talk if needed. Happy Pup Manor picked up our precious puppy from the breeder and cared for him for 10 days of training. We knew our puppy was getting love and attention from Gabby. She sent us videos and pictures daily of our puppy. The training was done well! Our puppy’s transition to our home went with GREAT ease! He was crate trained and he loves his crate (never whines or...
My clients that have used their services, have been more than happy.
Gabby and her team are amazing! They truly love what they do and it shows! We sent our 11 week old Sheepadoodle, Luna, to Gabby for a 10 day training. Luna is super sweet but was very much a biter and herder. I would have been so happy if Luna came back not biting as much but the work Gabby did with Luna was more than we could have ever hoped for! Luna follows many commands and listens to what we tell her (for the most part)! She still is a puppy after all. Her biting is all but gone...
I sent my 6-month-old Australian labradoodle puppy to HPM's board and train program. I am absolutely thrilled with the results! Gabby worked on all the basics plus she focused on issues that were specific to my dog. I was out walking her today and we actually received compliments on how well behaved my dog was! That was a first, for sure. Thanks Gabby!
Hands down the BEST experience for us and our 6 month old mini Goldendoodle puppy!!! I had countless friends recommend Gabby and based of all the positive reviews, I decided to contact her. Being first time puppy owners, we knew it was going to be a lot of work but had no idea how to manage it and where to even start with age-appropriate training. Bailey had all the typical puppy behaviors: nipping, biting, over-excitement, jumping on people, and the one that impacted our family the most, chasing and jumping on our kids, who were becoming terrified of her!! She...
Happy Pup Manor is a home away from home for my doodle. Gabby understands what it means to provide a ‘home-like’ environment for dogs. They know the dogs not just by name but understand their personalities and their requirements thoroughly. They pay attention to detail and all special requests ( my dog had an ear infection and I didn’t want him to swim or get his face and ears vet) are catered to. The regular photo and video updates are the highlight of the day ☺️ I am absolutely stress free when I am traveling because of HPM- The best...
A home away from home for my doodle. The reason why I can travel stress free is because HPM looks after my pet the same way as I do. They cater to special requests and make it a point to understand each dog and their requirements. Couldn’t have found a better place for my dog.
We sent our puppy here a week after we brought her home, knowing we were in a season where us training her would be very difficult. Gabby and the entire HPM staff does AMAZING work. Maudie came home to us so well-trained and the foundation Gabby laid for us to work with was truly incredible. SO worth it - highly recommend Happy Pup Manor!!
Our golden doodle Cosmo was trained by Gabby at Happy Pup Manor in 2018 and has been back to board twice while we were on vacation. We absolutely trust the care, love, and attention given to Cosmo by the staff at Happy Pup Manor. We love the door-to-door service, the picture and video updates, and the bath Cosmo gets before he returns home. We have recommended Happy Pup Manor to several friends who have also brought their puppies for boarding and training. We can't say enough about the great service we have experienced.
Our two 66 pound goldendoodles were getting unmanageable to take walks. They both attended the 10 day board and train and Gabby taught them to walk nicely. She even curbed their excessive barking and jumping. After 10 days she brought them home and then spent time training us! Her facility is absolutely gorgeous! Not a kennel at all, it’s a home with huge yards for them to play in. My Cooper and Sawyer will stay at the Happy Pup Manor when they need boarding again. Thank you Gabby and your team.
My pup and I love Happy Pup! She’s done the 10 day training program as a puppy, as well as boarding several times when I’m out of town. Very happy with both. She always comes home exhausted from playing with all her new friends!
Gabby and her team are my #1 go to for training and boarding. Gabby helped us pick out Cody and took him at 10 weeks for training. Cody stayed in her care for 28 days. We received daily pictures and/or videos. After 28 days she delivered Cody back to us and stayed as long as needed to teach my daughter and I all the commands that Cody learned. We even received a custom graduation video! My husband comments all the time on what a great walker he is. He walks right at our side and never pulls. He never jumps...
Happy Pup Manor is #1 with our family of 2 mini Goldendoodles, Cooper and Barney. Copper participated in the 10 day training and Barney will soon have his 10 day training program. We are grateful to Gabby and her team in teaching Cooper his manners! We have also boarded both pups together. We are stress free when they stay at Happy Pup Manor. We know they have plenty of room to roam and they are active, not just sitting in a kennel all day. We love Happy Pup so much we drive 4 hours to board them when we travel...
We were looking for somewhere to board our Yorkie for an extended vacation, and some friends recommended Happy Pup Manor. Our Yorkie is pretty strong willed and had some behaviors we didn’t love, so we decided to have Gabby do some training with her in addition to the boarding. Some of our issues were pulling during walks, not being able to “stay” so she would get out of our door when we opened it, and not coming when we called her. When we got home, Gabby brought our dog back home and spent over an hour with us going over...
Our 5 and a half month old labradoodle, Daisy, went to Gabby to be trained for 10 days when she was 10 weeks old. On Daisy's return, Gabby spent over an hour with us in our own home teaching us how to continue with the training at home and how to be consistent in our commands. Gabby definitely laid down a great base for us to build upon. Daisy was also very skittish of other dogs and people when we first got her, but she returned a self confident puppy who loves playing with other dogs and humans! We have...
Gabby and her team far exceeded our expectations. We have a whole new dog. I don’t know how 10 days of training can change a puppy this much! Most valuable though, was the hour of time my family spent with Gabby learning how to continue training our golden doodle puppy on her own. Seriously this is the best money I’ve ever spent. Photo 1: Gabby texted us photos of our dog throughout the weeks and kept us updated on how training was going. Photo 2: we attended the hour long consultation and training with a 10-year-old and Four-year-old. Gabby was...
We loved working with Gabby, but more important...our puppy LOVES her! We sent Kallee to HPM to help with leash work, biting and the other basics. She came home, so sweet, way less nippy (she’s still a pup after all) and so good on the leash. After her stay, Gabby personally drove her home and spent well over an hour training us to keep up with her work. We feel so lucky to have found such a great place for Kallee and for us. Gabby is just so great with dogs!