Food, Nutrition, Health Supplies
1. Nutrical- good for ailing or older dogs.
Jeffer's Item # T6 N1 ~$ 4
Highly digestible vitamin paste for dogs who will not eat or who need a boost after illness.
2. VITAMINS ARE NOT NECESSARY FOR PUPS- BUT, IF YOU INSIST ON GIVING VITAMINS, DO NOT GIVE VITAMINS WITH CALCIUM.
HERE ARE 2 DIFFERENT VITAMINS FROM THE SAME COMPANY:
PET TABS [use this regular vitamin, not the PLUS vitamin]
&
PET TABS PLUS [they have calcium-do not use this one]
Pet Tabs Regular Vitamins - [Pet Tab Plus Vitamins - Not Needed-pups should not have calcium]
Jeffer's Itme # F6 PO ~$ 29
365 count vitamins- If desired, give several times per week, not needed daily.
Vitamins are not necessary, but if you insist on giving vitamins, give them no more than several times a week. Please see FAQs.
3. 1 qt. Metal Bowls- STAINLESS STEEL ONLY- aluminum will poison the dog.
Jeffer's Item # G3 SS ~ $1
Metal bowls, buy 6-8 for inside and outside.
4. First Aid Kit
Jeffer's item # 77 S1 ~$ 50
5. 9 second Thermometer [Do not get the ear thermometer not recommended-don't work well]
Jeffer's Item # M7 A1 ~$7
6. Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Book [good for general info but not good for toy dog info on some things-not specific enough].
Jeffer's Item # Hx D2 ~$ 27
House Training, & Training Supplies
1. Grannick's Bitter Apple
Jeffer's Item # 32 71 ~$4
Bitter apple spray to help protect surfaces from chewing puppies. It works fairly well.
2. Pooch Pads - sometimes they work well and soemtimes they do not.
Jeffer's Item # PP PH ~$23
Lg. 32" X 30" Extra Absorbancy Pads, absorbs 6 times its weight, 1 pad absorbs as long as 365 disposable pads
3. Litterbox Hideaway Cover - dogs must be trained to use a litter box. Only use doggie litter. Cat Litter will poison the dog.
See our house training page with litter box training info at the Purina link.
Jeffer's item # MJ H1 ~$ 64
23" x 17" x 19"
An attractive rattan looking cover for Doggie Litter Trays. Made of non-absorbent resin. It looks like a rattan cube with an arched opening. Do not use kitty litter or rabbit litter as both may be fatal to dogs. Use Purina Dog Litter which is a cylindrical paper pellet. Please see FAQs.
Containment, Restraints
1. Jeffer's Fold and Go Crate - Wire Crate
Jeffer's item # I5 B3 WIRE ~ $55
36" X 24" This size or larger, with plastic tray bottom. Do not believe net advice suggesting that a small crate should be used so the pup will not use the bathroom in the crate. Smaller crates cause cage anxiety and neurosis. You do not want to make your puppy go insane. Some crates come with a petition to make it smaller- throw it away! Crating should only be used under certain circumstances. See FAQs. You may want to get two crates, one for each end of the house. Havanese are very smart, and they sometimes learn to open their crate. Only use a cage that is 36 inches long.
2. Dolly Base for Crate - good way to pull dog crate.
Jeffer's Item # G6 DD ~$75
Dolly Base for Wheeling 36" wire crate around house
3. Outdoor Wire Exercise Pen, by Midwest - Some dogs can get out of these. Do not leave dog unattended.
Jeffer's Item # MJ G3 ~$60
8 panels 24" x 36" H Nice addition, even in a fenced yard. Do not leave unattended, particularly in unfenced area. Easy set up without tools.
4. Pet Yard for Indoor
Jeffer's Item # NS-P2 ~$80
6 panels, 30" x 26" This is a pen that is made of plastic panels that snap together. It can be used inside, under supervision. They are not fool proof and an older pup can escape from them.
5. Puppy Gates
Extra wide 53" - 96", 24" H
Jeffer's Item # 39- WA ~$48
OR
Safety Gate 18" x 30" x 40 W
Jeffer's Item # 39-WC ~$ 26
Baby gates, for gating the puppy's safe room, like a laundry room or kitchen. It is also wise to gate stairs, decks, etc. Many households need several Baby Gates. Search for the one you like the most. Do not use gates with expandable-retractable diamonds, as pups can choke in them.
6. Petmate Kennel Cab
Jeffer's Item # DK A9 ~$30
Transport Case. Plastic Carry Case, size Large. Get the large size used for cockerspaniels, as larger size lessens car sickness. Use it for transport only. This should not be used for the dog's sleeping quarters, or to confine the dog inside the home. It is too small for confinement in the home, and the dog cannot see outside of it very well. Please see FAQs on cage anxiety.
7. Soft Sided Pet Carrier, up to 22 lbs. - These may not be workable, and they are not very protective, but they have some select purposes.
Jeffer's Item # 6Z S1 ~$40
19" x 10" x 11"
8. Jeffer's Travel Bag Backpack, up to 10 lbs. - Do not let pup smother in it.
Jeffer's Item # 17-TA
16" x 8" x 16" H ~$16
9. Jeffer's Leash - DO NOT USE COLLAR as collars cause trachea damage that can kill the dog. Use Halter. Please see our FAQ's.
Jeffer's Item # 8M 0G ~$ 9
Flat Leash 1 1/4" X 6 ft.
10. Daisy Harness & Lead
Jeffer's Item # C2 AM ~$ 9
Perfect for puppies & small dogs.
11. Jeffers Nylon Harness
14" Jeffer's Item # SS S2 ~$ 4
16" Jeffer's Item # SS S9 ~$ 4
Hygiene, Grooming
1. Kennel Scoop & Spade Model 67A
Jeffer's Item # 8H T1 ~$20
A necessity for yard clean up.
2. Doggie Dooley Model 3800 Deluxe
Jeffer's Item # HU D5 ~$56
Miniature septic tank for doggie waste and proper clean up. Foot operated lid.
3. Digester
Jeffer's Item # HU E3 ~$28
Enzymes that turn dog waste into a ground absorbing liquid.
4. Spot Spotter Light
Jeffer's Item # B1 E5 ~$18
Light reveals hidden urine spots on carpets, etc.
5. Opti Clear
Jeffer's Item # T6 Q1 ~$ 4
Eye wash for after walks and grooming.
6. Alcohol Prep Wipes
Jeffer's Item # MD A1 ~$4
Needed for wounds, ears, & paws upon return from public places. Buy several.
7. Adjustable Grooming Table - It will pay for itself.
Jeffer's Item # G6 A9 ~ $100-200
This table will pay for itself when you use it a few times. It can be folded and put away when not in use.
It is better to do your own grooming with Havanese. You can buzz cut them twice a year, since thier coat grows slowly.
8. Andis AGC Super 2 Speed Clippers
Jeffers Item # AC A5 ~ $135
The Clippers will pay for themselves the first year you use them.
9. Andis Size # 10 Blades
Jeffer's Item # AC AK ~ $17
These blades will give a short cut down, buzz cut. You can buzz cut the dog twice a year.
10. Andis Clipper Oil
Jeffer's Item # AC C1 ~$ 2
11. Andis Kool Care Plus
Jeffer's Item # AC C6 ~$ 6
12. Oster Disinfectant Spray
Jeffer's Item # O3 D5 ~$ 5
13. Petosan Silentpower Power Toothbrush - use only after 6-8 months of age.
Jeffer's Item # ZV P2 ~$ 13
14. Replacement Heads - Power toothbrush
ZV P4 ~$ 8
15. Kong Toys for better dental health:
Puppy Kong Jeffer's Item # K9 P4 ~$3
Red Kong Jeffer's Item # K9-K1 ~$ 4
Kong Shapes:
Jeffer's Item # K9 K4 ~$ 5
Jeffer's Item # K9 K5 ~$ 5
16. Ear Trim Scissors
Jeffer's Item # 39 S4 ~$6
Tiny rounded scissors which we use to remove stained coat under eyes.
THIS IS CRITICAL! ROUNDED EDGE MAKES IT INVALUABLE! YOU CAN CUT OFF RED STAINS WEEKLY - DOWN TO THE SKIN. THEY HAVE SO MUCH COAT THAT THE CLIPPING WILL NOT BE SEEN AT ALL. EAR HAIR SCISSORS ARE FOR TRIMMMING AROUND EYES- CRITICAL FOR GROOMING!
17. Rounded Shears
Jeffer's Item # 99 S2 ~$7
Rounded Scissors to trim coats.
18. Combo Nylon Brush
Jeffer's Item #V7 B3 ~$3
19. Comb
Jeffer's Item # 39 B5 ~$ 4
7/8ths inch teeth metal comb to remove all tangles.
20. Mini Dematting Comb
Jeffer's Item # UW D5 ~$%
A great way to cut through the matts and save a coat!
21. Nail Trimmers
Jeffer's Item # UW N5 ~$4
Always cut on an angle. See FAQs.
Parasite Control
1. Frontline Flea and Tick Spray
Jeffer's Item # WV FB ~$50
Please see FAQs on use of a light quick spray in a circle around ears, down back and tummy, monthly. One large bottle will last for 1-2 years. never saturate animal. DO NOT SPRAY THE DOG ALL OVER. IT IS NOT NECESSARY AND WILL OVERDO THE FLEA SPRAY. Wait 48 hrs after spraying for bath. Use weekly in a circular spray around the ears, until ear mites are gone, [brown crumbly substance in ears is ear mites. Ear mites will not affect humans].
Use monthly for fleas.
Use weekly around ears for ear mites.
DO NOT USE VIALS THAT ARE USED ON BACK OF NECK.
DO NOT ALLOW VET TO USE VIALS ON BACK OF NECK.
2. Ticked Off
Jeffer's Item # 64 A1 ~ $ 3
A small hand held tool to remove tics.
Bedding
One-two of these beds:
1. Fleece Pet Nest
Jeffer's Item # G3 P7 ~$ #0
Great pet bed, especially helpful for winter.
2. Pet Bed
Jeffer's Item # 15 T3
3. Plush Velour Patchwork Pillow
Jeffr's Item # DK AH ~$30
4. Heated Bed
Jeffer's Item # PC TW ~$ 70
A heated bed for inside winter use.
5. Casual 3 Piece Crate Wear
Jeffer's Item # 9S P3 ~$50
36" crate bedding & cover
6. Plush 3 Piece Crate Wear
Jeffer's Item # 9J PN ~$ 60
