The Blog by Ellen Wags

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BIG NEWS: We Got a Puppy

Bring on the cute puppy supplies!

Cute Puppy Supplies

It’s official—we’re a dog family now!

After years of dreaming about this moment and (not-so-subtly) hinting to Matt, he finally gave me the best surprise late this fall: we were ready to bring home a dog. Cue instant excitement! But here’s the twist—we decided to keep it a secret from the girls at first.

Instead, we came up with a little “test phase” to see if they were ready to handle the responsibility of a furry friend. This meant tidying up their toys, helping out around the house, and being on their best behavior. Spoiler alert: the promise of a puppy works like magic when it comes to getting kids to listen!

Fast forward to the big day—we brought home our adorable Lagotto Romagnolo puppy, Penny! Let me tell you, surprising the girls was everything I’d hoped for and more. To capture the moment, my talented friend Kate from Haint Blue Collective snapped some sweet photos of the surprise. The girls’ reactions? Pure joy. Our hearts feel so full with our Penny Girl now part of the family.

Of course, welcoming Penny into our home meant stocking up on all the essentials (and maybe a few extras because…well, she’s just so cute!). Today, I’m sharing my roundup of the cutest puppy supplies that have caught my eye lately. Let’s dive in!

PS: This post contains commissionable links, which means I earn a small commission when you click through and purchase the items I’ve recommended here. All items were purchased by our family or are similar to items we have purchased!

Wearables – Collars, Leashes, and Harnesses

MANDRN Atlas as our “doggy bag” – holds our treats, poop bags, and leash!

First things first—every pup needs a cute collar or harness!

I’m loving all the girly, colorful options for our Penny. We went with purple as our ‘color theme’ – picking up a harness, collar, and leash!

Dog Crate and Cozy Crash Pads

Finding the perfect dog bed or crate has been so fun. There are so many options now that are not only comfy for pups but also super chic. Gone are the days of basic, bulky, eyesore crates—these stylish picks will fit right in with your home decor. Because my anxiety won’t give me a day off, we also invested in a safety rated crate for the car.

We picked up the Diggs Evolv for home and the Tavo Crispin for car rides. Should I do a full review of these?

Playtime & Essentials

With two little girls in the house, Penny is going to have endless playmates. I’ve been on the hunt for the cutest toys to keep her entertained and treats to keep her happy. From plush squeakers to healthy snack options, I’ve rounded up some amazing finds to make her tail wag.

We’re so in love with our Penny and can’t wait to share more of our puppy adventures.

If you’re on the hunt for cute puppy supplies, I’ve got even more things linked on my ShopMy—happy shopping! Let me know your go-to doggie must-haves in the comments.

Stay tuned for more Penny updates!

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