K9 Buddy Curriculum: GDB Supplies Provided

Congratulations on being matched with your GDB K9 Buddy dog! The items Guide Dogs for the Blind provides to K9 Buddy clients are:

• 1 leather leash
• 1 nylon leash
• Dog ID Tag
• 1 collar
• 1 Gentle Leader and safety tab
• 2 tie-downs
• 2 styles of toothbrushes and dog toothpaste
• 1 washcloth
• Nylabone
• Kong
• 1 tug toy
• 1 Hol-ee Roller toy
• Slicker brush
• Comb
• Zoom Groom
• Treat Pouch & Belt
• Booties (*if necessary, based on location)
• Food measuring cups
• Small amount of dog food to get started with
• K9 Buddy bandana
• Backpack
• 1 year’s supply Heartgard heartworm preventative
• 1 year’s supply NexGard flea and tick preventative
• 1 ear cleaner

Other supplies you will need to purchase:

• Dog food
• Bowls (2) for food and water
• Crate/kennel (recommended size is 400/Large/36”L x 25”W x 27” H or 500/Extra-Large/40”L x 27”W x 30” H, dimensions vary slightly depending on brand. Extra-Large is typically used for dogs over 70 pounds, confirm with GDB staff before purchasing)
• Cotton balls or rounds for ear cleaning
• Nail clippers (if you plan to clip nails yourself)
• Dog waste bags
• Dog bed