We LOVE our pups! And we only want the best for them: safe toys for playtime, the best walking gear to encourage exercise and healthy living, and high-quality, nutrient-dense food and treats to increase their longevity (in fact, our yellow lab is 16!).
Approved by our yellow lab Cooper (16), our chocolate lab Millie (13), and our English Cream Golden Retriever puppy Dutch, these are some of our favorite things for dogs:
- The cutest blue and white stripe dog collar!
- Made in the USA
- Personalizable
- *This brand Gives Back! (Every purchase feeds a shelter dog)
- The most darling hydrangea dog collar! Love this collaboration with The Foggy Dog and Rifle Paper Co.
- Made in the USA
- Personalizable
- *This brand Gives Back! (Every purchase feeds a shelter dog)
- This hunter green and brass collar looks so high end and is GREAT quality for SUCH an affordable price point!
- There are no set holes, so you just squeeze the buckle into any part along the braided collar.
- Made in the USA
- Such a pretty hunter green color with high quality brass and leather
- The quality is fantastic for the affordable price point
- Matching collar available
- Love The Foggy Dog bandanas! And this collab with Rifle Paper Co is simply adorable.
- Many patterns and sizes available
- Made In America
- Double-sided and Personalizable
- *This brand Gives Back!
- A beautiful and classic blue and white stripe dog bed
- 2 insert options: 1) Sustainafill Insert: water-resistant polyester woven liner, allergen-free eco-friendly polyester fiber fill
- 2) Memory Foam Insert: water-resistant polyester woven liner, shredded memory foam fill
- Machine Washable
- Made in America
- Personalizable
- *This brand Gives Back!
- Durable and adorable Pet ID tags that come in different sizes, fonts, and shapes (dog bone, heart, circle)
- Made from nickel-free stainless steel, and brass plated to match TFD collar hardware
- *This brand Gives Back!
- A fun interactive game for your pup to free a tennis ball from a natural rubber barrel, plus 4 pretty blue tennis balls!
- *This brand Gives Back! (partners with animal rescue organizations and provide rescue and foster dogs w/support, gear and care they need to thrive)
- I LOVE the colors for this popular dog harness.
- This cushioned, lightweight dog harness has three attachment points to suit different walk styles.
- Adjustable straps at the neck, chest, and back accommodate different sizes.
- *This brand Gives Back! (partner with animal rescue organizations and provide rescue and foster dogs w/support, gear and care they need to thrive)
- We've always been a fan of the Easy Walk pet harness- these worked great for controlling pulling on walks!
- *(order here through Chewy.com as this brand Gives Back!- Chewy.com has donated millions of dollars worth of food and supplies to shelter and rescue animals- support them when you can!)
- A nice-looking, high end dog crate with all the bells and whistles
- Made from ultra durable coated steel frame and wire mesh, free from phthalates and heavy metals
- Tool-free assembly
- Comes with puppy divider
- Converts to puppy playpen
- 30 day money back guarantee
- *This brand Gives Back by supporting charitable dog rescue organizations
- We've been happy with this dog crate for our golden pup!
- Pretty white colored crate (which is surprisingly hard to find!)
- Budget-friendly
- 2 door opening, plus puppy divider
- Durable and no tools required
- This brand Gives Back! (Petco supports sustainability efforts for pets, people, and the planet)
- These yummy duck superfood dog treats are crowd favorites!
- Farm-fresh fruits and veggies from the Pacific Northwest blended with duck and freeze-dried to preserve nutrition
- Subscribe and save option available
- Also comes in Pork
- Protein-packed duck, fiber-rich pumpkin, beta-carotene-loaded sweet potatoes, superfood blueberries, spinach, and kale, probiotic goat milk
- Cage-free duck that is humanely raised without hormones or antibiotics
- Gluten and grain free
- Sustainably sourced in the USA- made in Montana (family owned)
- Good for dogs with allergies or food sensitivities
- *This brand Gives Back! Monetary and pet supply donations impacting the lives of pets, people, and the planet.
- The BEST slow feeder and lick mat to help slow down eating and keep your pup mentally stimulated!
- Good for reducing stress and anxiety
- Top rack dishwasher safe- super easy to clean
- Made from recycled ocean-bound plastic that is safe & non-toxic- free from BPA, latex, phthalates, or silicone
- Made in the USA in Bozeman, Montana (family owned)
- *This brand Gives Back! Monetary and pet supply donations impacting the lives of pets, people, and the planet.
- Dogs love these yummy and healthy alternatives to rawhide!
- Humanely and sustainably raised
- No Hide is made without synthetics, bleach or preservatives
- Good for chewers or teething puppies
- *This brand Gives Back! (Sustainability efforts for People, Pets, and Planet)
- The BEST pup-favorite, drool-worthy beef sticks sustainably made in the USA in Bozeman, Montana (family owned)
- "Nutrient dense treats produced using the most nutritious organ parts of the cow that would normally go to waste—all humanely raised and sustainably sourced on regenerative ranches in our home state of Montana"
- Made from 100% Grass-Fed Beef free from antibiotics and hormones. Organ meats are an unmatched source of protein, B vitamins, and minerals!
- Subscribe and save option available!
- *This brand Gives Back! Monetary and pet supply donations impacting the lives of pets, people, and the planet.
- The BEST ultra durable chew toy made from safe ingredients, that floats in water!
- Made without BPA, Latex or Phalates
- Eco friendly
- Best seller
- Comes in multiple sizes and colors
- Made in the USA in Bozeman, Montana
- *This brand Gives Back! (Monetary and pet supply donations impacting the lives of pets, people, and the planet)
- A lifesaver for the puppy stage!
- One of the best frozen treat holder toys- perfect to keep your puppy or older dog entertained while they spend time licking the treat!
- You can buy pre-made treats, or make your own. I use a baby food silicone freezer tray to mix peanut butter and mashed bananas and our dogs LOVE it.
- Easy to clean by rinsing or in the dishwasher
- Made from durable rubber
- Best seller & award winner
- A premium dog bed that has the same quality, comfort, and durability as their Saatva mattresses
- Has micro-coils for support, and to support healthy spinal alignment
- Coil design (like a mattress) prevents it from flattening out over time
- Great for pets of all ages, particularly older dogs or those who have mobility issues
- Removable high-performance fabric cover with gusseted design that repels stains and liquids for easy spot cleaning
- Unique fabric finish repels liquids easily while allowing air to flow freely, keeping the bed cover breathable
- Non-slip base helps keep pet bed in place
- *This brand Gives Back! (Sustainability)
Dog Food
Over the years, we have used these dog food brands and have been happy with each! They have different price points and you really have to choose what suits your lifestyle and budget. But here is my take on the following:
- We LOVE Farmina dog food! Our favorite high-quality, nutrient dense dog food.
- Cooked using a lower temperature method that retains nutrients and increases digestibility by 25%
- Uses only GMO-free ancestral grains (spelt and oats), and the highest quality ingredients
- Made in Italy
- *(ordering here through Chewy.com as this brand Gives Back!- Chewy.com has donated millions of dollars worth of food and supplies to shelter and rescue animals- support them when you can!)
- Our dogs have thrived on Zignature! We used this for the bulk of our labs' lives and they have been incredibly healthy.
- Less expensive than Farmina
- Made in the USA with ingredients sources from trusted sources internationally: Trout, salmon and whitefish all come from the Pacific waters of the Northwest; turkey is raised in the Midwest; duck comes from farms in Western France; kangaroo is brought over from Australia; and venison and lamb are delivered from New Zealand farmlands. Healthy fruits and veggies are harvested from several North American farms based on the season.
- *This brand Gives Back! Zignature has provided over $5 million in dog food to service dog and animal rescue organizations!
- Before we switched to Zignature, and then Farmina, we had our labs on The Honest Kitchen food and we were impressed with the quality!
- One of the best high quality, human-grade, whole ingredient dehydrated dog food options
- One 10 lb bag makes 40 lbs of food when hydrated
- Comes in many different options from grain free to limited ingredient, etc.
- Good for dogs with food sensitivities or allergies
- A crowd favorite alternative to kibble
- *This brand Gives Back! (over $450k donated to pet-related non profits)