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Equipment & Supplies

Equipment

All handlers will receive team-specific equipment for safe and successful public access.

  • Can Do Canines Cape

  • Leash attachment

  • Collar and ID tag (additional identification tags available for purchase)

  • Other walking equipment (such as harness or head collar)

Tried and true suggested products designed to make life easier when handler mobility is limited. These elective items pair with those already provided by Can Do Canines.

Supplies

Prepare for your assistance dog’s arrival by stocking these supplies once you’ve begun training:

  • 2 stainless steel bowls for food and water

  • Travel water bowl (silicone, fabric, or water bottle combination)

  • Enzymatic toothpaste for dogs and finger brush or ultra soft baby toothbrush

  • Package of cotton rounds or large cotton balls

  • Food storage container (airtight and food grade)

  • Pet waste bags

  • Fish oil supplement (capsules or liquid)

  • Emergency clean-up kit: large ziplock bag with travel package of unscented wipes, 5 paper towels and second large ziplock bag to place dirty items.

Can Do Canines will provide the following care supplies to new teams upon placement:

  • Nylabone Dura Chew Souper Size

  • KONG dog toy

  • Trial-size bottle of ear cleaner

  • 4-month supply of heartworm and flea/tick preventatives

  • Training mat

  • Small treat pouch

  • Initial bag of food (33 pound)

  • Kennel

Following placement, you may wish to consider purchasing other supplies. Please refrain from purchasing these items until you have a chance to discuss your needs and the needs of your dog with client services.

  • Grooming supplies:

    • Rubber curry brush: best for dogs with low to no undercoat; safe for daily use

    • Undercoat rake: best for dogs with heavy undercoat or non shedding dogs

    • Comb: safe for all types

    • Pet dremel or scissor-style nail trimmer (trimmers must be replaced when no longer sharp)

    • Styptic powder

  • Additional toys (these brands may hold up a bit better, based on what we’ve experienced in the facility):

    • JW Pet

    • KONG

    • West Paw

    • BIONIC

    • JollyPets