Portland's New Puppy Parent Guide

Bringing home a new puppy is a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be.

We’ve compiled the best of the best in Portland for your convenience in one spot.

The best certified dog trainers, the best boarding facilities, the best books to read, the best training and enrichment supplies, among more.

Do you feel like something is missing or have a referral that you think should belong on this list? Shoot us an email: Team@UrbanPawsibilities.com

Best Portland Vets Recommended By Certified Dog Trainers

First off, which vet will you be using? We recommend one of these Fear Free Vets.
Grateful Heart Vet
Brooklyn Yard Vet
Buckman Veterinary Hospital
Kenton Animal Hospital
Cathedral Animal Hospital
Bethany Family Pet Clinic

Best Puppy Socials in Portland

Where to go for puppy socials?
North Portland Club K-9
Pup Star / Brooklyn Yard Vet
Plucky Puppy
Wonder Puppy
Oregon Humane Society

Best Puppy Classes in Portland

What about puppy classes?
Urban Pawsibilities
North Portland Club K-9
Wonder Puppy
Plucky Puppy
Oregon Humane Society

Best Certified Private Training for Puppies in Portland

What about certified professional private trainers?
Urban Pawsibilities
Noble Woof
Pupstar
Rain or Shine Canine PDX
North Portland Club K-9
Dog Basics PDX
Instinct Dog Training

Best Day Training for Puppies in Portland

What about day training, puppy nurseries or dog daycare?
Urban Pawsibilities
Sit Stay Fit
Dog Adventures NW
North Portland Club K-9
Sniff Dog Hotel
Wonder Puppy
Plucky Puppy

Best Puppy Dog Training in Portland

What about dog boarding?
Pawsitively Paws
Dog Adventures NW
North Portland Club K-9
Sniff Dog Hotel

Portland’s Best Pet Stores

What pet stores should you visit?
Fang Pet & Garden Supply
Wild Pet Provisions
For Paws
Salty’s Pet Supply
Three Paws Pet Supply

Best Books for Puppy Parents

What training books should you read?
Don’t Shoot the Dog
The Other End of the Leash
Puppy Start Right Foundation Training for the Companion Dog

Best Training Pouches for Puppies

What kind of training pouch do you need for your puppy?
Treat Pouch
Treat Pouch Option 2
Mutt Ruk

Best Leashes & Harnesses for Puppies Recommended By Certified Dog Trainers

What kind of leash and harness should you get?
Pet Safe 3 in 1 Harness
Ruffwear Front Range Harness
Ruffwear Flagline Harness
Switchbak Leash by Ruffwear
Pica Leash by Trailblazing Tails
Flat Out Dog Collar by Ruffwear

Best Toys for Puppies Recommended By Certified Dog Trainers

What kind of toys should you buy for your puppy?
Flirt Pole
Tuffy Toys

Chew Toys Safe for Puppies

What kind of chews are safe for your puppy?
Whimzees
Sweet Potato Chews

Best Toys for Puppies for Mental Enrichment

What kind of mental enrichment products should you buy?
Snuffle Mat
Topply Toy
Orbee Tuff
Kong
Kong Wobbler
Lickimat
Zogoflex

Do you feel like something is missing or have a referral that you think should belong on this list? Shoot us an email: Team@UrbanPawsibilities.com

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