RIVERSIDE FAMILY RESOURCE

New Puppy Guide

Keeping your puppy on the same food for the first 30–60 days removes one avoidable source of diarrhea and makes other causes easier to identify. Diet consistency does not prevent coccidia or Giardia, so new symptoms should still be discussed with your veterinarian.

Everyday essentials

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Purina ONE Plus Natural Large Breed Formula Dry Puppy Food, chicken formula

Use the same food during the first 30–60 days unless your veterinarian recommends a change.

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FURminator grooming rake, gray

A practical tool for gentle coat maintenance as your Bernese grows into its adult coat.

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Dremel PawControl nail grinder

Riverside puppies are desensitized to nail grinding through regular, gentle handling.

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Bark2Basics DeShedding Shampoo, gallon

A grooming staple for a coat that benefits from regular, gentle care.

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Benebone medium four-pack

A rotation of sturdy chew options helps guide puppy energy toward appropriate outlets.

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Good ’n’ Fun Triple Flavor Rolls for large dogs

An enrichment option for supervised chewing, chosen to suit a growing large-breed puppy.

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Good ’n’ Fun Triple Flavor Kabobs

A second supervised chew choice for variety in an age-appropriate enrichment rotation.