Making the World a Better Place One Golden at a Time

BIG BEND GOLDENS

PUPPY PACKAGE AND LINKS

Full OFA and DNA tested parents
Lifetime guarantee for DNA tested diseases
Health, training, and pedigree paperwork
Lifetime breeder support
Lifetime return to breeder
Yearly puppy reunion
Well socialized
Biosensor exercise program
Raised in-home

$200 ADDED VALUE

BBG Canvas Bag
AKC registration included
Worming and parasite treatment
First core vaccines
Microchipped
Veterinarian well-check
Temperament tested
Conformation evaluation
1 week supply of food
Assorted toys
Treats
Training Clicker
Hygiene supplies
Puppy blanket with mamas smell
Birth certificate

SHOPPING LINKS

OUR AMAZON LISTS

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Nutrition

PLEASE DO NOT USE ANY GRAIN FREE FOOD. It is linked to heart disease in goldens retrievers.

https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/animal-health-literacy/questions-answers-fdas-work-potential-causes-non-hereditary-dcm-dogs
We use Purina Pro Plan lamb 27/17

Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FDJMFG7
Chewy https://www.chewy.com/purina-pro-plan-active-2717-chicken/dp/289856
Purina One Wet Food not required, grain inclusive: rotate proteins to prevent allergies
Suppliers, most grocery stores, Tractor supply, Walmart, Chewy, Amazon

Supplements

NuVet PLUS® K-9 wafers and powder IMMUNE SYSTEM BUILDER. WHEN CHECKING OUT USE ORDER CODE 51682
Cran Tri-C. Vitamin C Blend. Give to puppies till 2 years to strengthen ligaments and cartilage, specifically pasterns and hips. Helps to avoid hip problems

Dogzymes Cran Tri C,
Beef Gelatin Powder strengthens ligaments and cartilage https://a.co/d/8oEsf5o
Marine Gelatin Powder strengthens ligaments and cartilage https://a.co/d/gIecfv4
Turmeric pills open into food, in a meatball or pill pocket to build immune system and help prevent cancer https://a.co/d/9SOShdg
Fortified Nutritional Yeast is high in folic acid and vitamin b. May naturally fight off fleas and ticks https://a.co/d/09VWVdPy
Fish oil is food for the heart https://a.co/d/avMCFwa
Vitamin e is loaded with antioxidants to keep cells clean and functioning https://a.co/d/aNKTtUk
Bloat buster, a must have if your dog is starting to bloat. https://naturesfarmacy.com/products/bloat-buster-concentrate-liquid
Extra virgin cold pressed olive oil is good for the cardio vascular system https://a.co/d/aBUS4O6
Hip and joint supplements for senior dogs https://a.co/d/03g1tEQf

 

Treats

We recommend made in USA treats
The best treats are natural like carrots, green apples, sweet potatoes, bananas, zucchini, cucumber & watermelon. Start your puppy on fruits & vegetables when they’re young and they will love them for life!
Raw beef, lamb, or goat bones

Minties dental chew 
Old Mother Hubbard Mini biscuits. healthy low calorie cookies

 

Training, Equipment & Accessories

Training clicker https://a.co/d/03cYfiYE
Poochie-Bells potty training bell, I can’t imagine how I lived without one! https://a.co/d/08Oiq24S
Bitter chew deterrent – a MUST with a new puppy! https://a.co/d/01aOFpMu
Washable pee pad https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003B3ZZTO
Leash, My favorite is the rope style https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078MYFT8D
Puppia baby harness till 16 weeks, medium https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001A5KSEC
No pull harnesses. USE FRONT CLIP ONLY.
Do not use harnesses that restrict shoulder movement. We like these
https://a.co/d/5Uqh6jC
https://a.co/d/fX8j2hs
https://a.co/d/6SrFqLT
Food bowl. We really like a large stainless bowl. They are sanitary, easy to clean, virtually indestructible, and help to prevent pink (snow) nose https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000O3BLAG
Stainless slow feeder bowl
https://a.co/d/h3KuALJ
Water Bowl. We LOVE a nice stainless bucket. Most plastics leach chemicals into the water which can build up in your pups body. Make sure the handle does not have loops where it attaches to the pail. Your pups collar can get stuck on the loops in the crate.
4 quart https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005GWUQME
2 quart https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005GWUQD8
With hooks https://a.co/d/02drzhBp

Potty bags https://a.co/d/05r3Ank9
Crate. Even if you don’t want to crate your dog, a crate is handy for emergencies and travel. Just leave it open with a bed and toys inside, and your puppy will become attached to it; it will be their safe place.
Juvenile/Adult crate: 36″ to 42” double door metal with divider https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QFT1RC
Crate Bed. Must be washable https://a.co/d/0i3hVCWP
Dog Bed. I Love this one! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KZC32S1

 

Baby Gates and fencing 

Puppies should not be left to roam the house on their own. If they are not in a crate, you will want to confine them to an area that is safe. Baby gates are an ideal solution to confining the puppy in the kitchen with you while cooking, or in the living room while watching TV. It only takes a second for a puppy to get a hold of electrical cords, toilet paper or other items that at best will make a mess, but at worse will result in a trip to the vet.
If you have stairs, you will want to prevent your Golden pup from using them as a play ground. We strongly discourage letting your puppy traipse up and down the stairs since it is so stressful on their developing joints. Occasional use is OK.

Our favorite gates
Heavy duty, stand alone: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06X9DBK53
Nice wide for doorways, stairs, and hallways: https://www.chewy.com/frisco-steel-extra-wide-auto-close/dp/213477
Extra wide for doorways, stairs, and hallways: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001OC5UNK
Xpen for outdoor safety: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0758FX7MT

Highly Recommended

Indoor/Outdoor dog fence for safety:

https://a.co/d/0h6l42ry

https://a.co/d/0b8OKYKC

Grooming & Hygiene

Nail clippers & file: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RSM1NG6
Cordless Dremel, 12v: https://a.co/d/0cQ3UUmg
Styptic Powder in case you cut the nails too short: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002H3RBU
Slicker brush for weekly brushing: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0041LAQYE
Pin brush for daily brushing: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002ARQYG
Deshedding blade. You should only need to use this a couple times a year https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002ARR22
Scissor set for trimming paw pads, grinch feet, and pants https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07XY727BR
Lint Brush https://a.co/d/0hUTJMdH
Lint Roller https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0855ND74T
Tooth brush and toothpaste https://a.co/d/0alWp0Ti 
Burts Bees pouppy shampoo: https://a.co/d/0flKgXNS
Shampoo, MinkSheen: https://touchofmink.com/product/minksheen-natural-pet-shampoo
or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FVMPHC2
House Deodorizer. We LOVE K.O.E. I use it as a cleaner for potty accidents, as an addition to laundry, and as an outside wash in the potty area https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07643LGKT
Potty cleaner enzyme, a must when potty training. Rocco & Roxie Professional Strength https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CKFL93K

 

Toys & Hunting
We like Chuck-it balls, Dr. Roy’s toys, PipSqueakers, Puppy Kongs, nylabones etc.

Gun Dog Supply for Hunting
https://www.gundogsupply.com