One questions we often receive here at Ashford Manor Labradoodles is what products do you recommend. We have tried A LOT of products over the years! So it is worth learning from our mistakes on many different items. Let us help you make your life a little easier!
1. Foods We Recommend
For food recommendations please visit our website product page. We have three different food companies that we like, they are all exceptional. There is quite a price difference on the food, it really depends if you want variety in your food and if you have another dog in the home that needs to eat the food as well.
2. Treats & Chews
There are many option for dog treats and chew toys. We have used many of them and have narrowed down a list for you. Some of these are great for teething time, others are great for anytime. Remember you can alternate treats with kibble, keep things exciting!
• Zuke’s Mini Naturals Soft and Chewy Dog Treats – Beef (6 oz. bag)
Perfect for training or quick rewards — soft, bite-sized, and full of flavor.
• Zuke’s Mini Naturals Soft and Chewy Dog Treats – Salmon (16 oz. bag)
Same healthy training treat, with a fishy twist your dog will love.
• Red Barn Small Filled Bone – Peanut Butter (one bone)
A durable chew with a creamy peanut butter center that keeps pups busy.
• A great crate time reward!
• Nylabone – Pacifier
Puppy-sized chew that helps clean teeth while soothing sore gums.
• Nylabones – 3 Pack
Variety pack of safe, long-lasting chews to keep your dog engaged.
3. Food & Storage
When storing your dog food it is important to store it in a sealed container to keep it fresh and bugs out. Dog food comes in a package with several different layers of packaging for a reason. It is important to continue storing the food in the package it comes in and slide that package into a food storage container.
• Food Storage Iris Container with Wheels
Keeps food fresh and rolls easily for convenient refilling.
• Vittles Food Vault
Heavy-duty, airtight container to protect kibble from moisture and pests.
4. Grooming & Bathing
We really like the smells of the Life’s Abundance products for shampoo and bath mist. They are our favorite! We also really like the Vanilla Shampoo! For your Ashford Manor Australian Labradoodle it is important to get them used to being brushed from the beginning!
• Chris Christensen Small Slicker Brush
Professional-grade brush that gently removes tangles and loose hair.
• Brush Alternative
Gentle bristles make grooming stress-free for sensitive pups.
• 2 Pack Pet Comb
Great for removing mats and smoothing fur after brushing.
• Espree Vanilla Shampoo
Smells amazing and leaves coats clean and soft.
• Life’s Abundance Bath Fresh Mist
A quick spray keeps your dog fresh between baths.
• Life’s Abundance Revitalizing Shampoo
Nourishing shampoo that’s gentle on sensitive skin.
5. Training & Safety
Teaching your dog by using the same door each time to go to the bathroom, and having the same routine is key! A helpful item is the doogie door bell if you have a louder or larger home. Putting a dog tag on immediately is essential if your Ashford Manor puppy gets away from you. Slide on dog tags are the best investment and they will not wear off as quickly as the tags that hang down, they also have less chance of getting hooked on crates and in bushes.
• Doggie Door Bell – Extra Loud
Teaches your dog to “ring” when they need to go outside.
• Doggie Doorbell for Larger Dogs
Built tough for big dogs and louder for larger homes.
• Slide On Dog Tag
Slides onto collars and won’t jingle — perfect for quiet identification.
6. Crates, Covers & Playpens
Ashford Manor Labradoodles believes crates are essential for your Australian Labradoodle. This is their private space, like having their own room! We work on crate training when the puppies are 6 weeks of age. This is essential for pups to have place to settle down when they get the zoomies as well as if people come over and they want to escape. It is a safe place.
• Indoor Playpen
Safe indoor space for puppies to play and rest.
• Midwest Crate Double Door 30”
Easy-access crate that’s perfect for training and travel.
• Midwest 30” Dog Crate Cover
Creates a secure, den-like feel for your dog’s crate.
7. Toys & Enrichment
This is all the fun items! These are items that every Ashford Manor puppy owner should try! We have used the different companies like Bark Box to get toys and treats each monthbut they either don’t like them or they are ripped apart in no time. So we have a list of durable toys that are challenging to the mind and stimulating to the senses! Enjoy and have fun!
• Kong Puppy Snowman Teether – Must Have
Soothe teething pain and stuff it with treats for added fun.
• Kong Wubba
Tug, toss, and fetch — this toy does it all.
• Kong Teether
Durable chew designed for growing puppy teeth.
• Crinkle Toy – Assorted Options
Fun to toss and irresistibly noisy for playful pups.
• 12” Multi Squeaker Toy – Various Colors
Multiple squeakers for maximum excitement.
• Chinese Dumplings
Cute plush toy set for gentle play or cuddling.
• Snuffle Mat
Hide treats for sniff-and-find fun that engages your dog’s mind.
• Beginner Dog Puzzle – Bones on Orange Base
Simple puzzle game to introduce dogs to problem-solving.
• Wood Bone – Beginner
Sturdy beginner puzzle for mental stimulation.
• Interactive Noisy Toy
Keeps dogs engaged with playful sounds.
• Kong Wobbler
Treat-dispensing toy that challenges and entertains.
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