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hepburn is my almost 5 year old service dog. he saved my life back in 2019, has moved with me around the world (visiting over 10 countries already), and he is my best friend in the whole universe. my pup is truly my child and i only want what is best...
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home items

here are some bits you will find in our home to make it both safe and a cozy place to be for hepburn

 
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we love keeping it fresh and aesthetic for hepburn's food… highly recommend this storage bin and it is also so easy to travel with it for roadtrips etc. instead of having to take ziplock bags with you everywhere
DDMOMMY 10-13 Lbs Dog Food Container, Collapsible Pet Food Storage Containers with Airtight Lid, Pet Food Scoop and Silicone Dog Bowl, Dog Food Storage Container Dry Food for Dog, Cats and Other Pets
 
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this guy is my other best friend… if you have always wondered what your pup does when you are not home… now you have a great way to interact with them, watch them and remind them you'll be home soon
SKYMEE Dog Camera Treat Dispenser,WiFi Full HD Pet Camera with Two-Way Audio and Night Vision,Compatible with Alexa (2.4G WiFi ONLY) (Petalk AI)
 
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CUTEST matt ever! we keep this one at home and we have another one that we travel with but omg look at the shape and quality of that!
Ptlom Silicone Pet Feeding Mat for Dogs and Cats, High-Lips Pet Placemat Non-Slip Waterproof Bowl Mats Prevent Food and Water Overflow, Puppy Dish Tray Mat Suitable for Small Medium Large Pets, Beige
 
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best ceramic plates… not gonna lie i have made hepburn his own bowls too but these ones were very worth it
Havniva Non-Slip Ceramics Dog Bowl Medium Dog Feeding Bowl Dog Food Bowl Dog Dish Cat Water Bowl Protect Cervical Spine (6in Bowl, Grey)
 
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such a cute memory foam bed for your pup!
Bouclé Cover - Barney Bed
 
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im absolutely against my pup having to hold it until i come home to take him outside so i trained him and encourage him to use his “spot” to relieve himself whenever he needd to! this has come SO in handy for flights and all of our travels
Dogcator Charcoal Training Pads 100 Count, 22"x22" Puppy Pads for Small Dogs, Activated Carbon Dog Pee Pads, Disposable Puppy Pads Pet Training Pads

travel items

as a digital nomad i am constantly traveling with my PSD & here you will find all we pack for each flight we take (sometimes we have to deal with 10+ hour flights so here are our tips) 

 
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when traveling together on long flights this expandible pet carrier is something to be grateful for
Siivton Airline Approved Pet Carrier, Soft Sided Pet Travel Carrier 4 Sides Expandable Cat Carrier with Fleece Pad for Cats, Puppy and Small Dogs
 
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this is our travel matt and i have never seen a better design than this! such amazing quality and easy to clean
ruffles & co. Silicone Dog and Cat Bowl Mat and Water Mat Non-Slip Waterproof Washable Easy to Clean Travel Friendly Pet Food Mat Non Toxic Eco Friendly (19"x10") (Cream)
 
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best portable plates to take everywhere with you! cannot stress it enough it works so well as a travel set for food & water or to even take on a walk
SLSON Collapsible Dog Bowls,Integrated Molding Dog Double Bowl No Plastic Rim 2 in 1 Foldable Pet Food & Water Bowl Cat Feeder Dish for Walking,Hiking,Camping (Cold Grey)

training

i began training hepburn at 8 weeks old, and he is such a smart pup. we use positive reinforcement training & he has accomplished so much in the past years.

 
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best way to carry your training treats around or on a walk to reinforce good behaviour
AUDWUD - Silicone Dog Treat Pouch - Clip on Portable Training Container - Convenient Magnetic Buckle Closing and Waist Clip - BPA Free
 
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the healthiest and yummiest treats for training!
Pupford Freeze Dried Dog Training Treats, 475+ for Puppy , Low Calorie, Vet Approved, All Natural, Healthy for Small to Large Dogs (Chicken)
 
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perfect leash for training at home or at any park!
Hi Kiss Dog/Puppy Obedience Recall Training Agility Lead - 15ft 20ft 30ft 50ft 100ft Training Leash - Great for Play, Camping, or Backyard - Black 30ft

grooming

hepburn lives indoors full time and is usually accompanying me everywhere i go, so we try to keep him as clean and groomed for a pleasant experience of those around us… and he sleeps in bed with me so we like to keep the grooming to once a week.

 
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this one is great for hepburn when he has itchy skin in the colder months and it actually makes him smell SO GOOD
Oatmeal Shampoo
 
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this is another great option for doggy shampoo we love!
Cedarwood Geranium Moisturizing Dog Shampoo - 16 Fl Oz
 
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you will love getting a 2 in 1 with this shampoo and conditioner for your furry baby to be his softest
Magnolia Bergamot Dog Shampoo & Conditioner - 16fl Oz
 
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a great way to massage your pup away while giving him a nice bath
ELEGX Pet Grooming Bath Massage Brush with Soap and Shampoo Dispenser Soft Silicone Bristle for Long Short Haired Dogs Cats Shower (Blue)
 
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so easy to get the hair out of this one!
Awpland Dog Brush for Shedding, 2023 Simple Modern Pet Hair Cleaner Brush for Cats Dogs Rabbits, Pink Self Cleaning Slicker Cat Hair Brush for Easily Removing Loose Undercoat, & Tangled Hair
 
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such a great way to get all the dead hair off your pup
Slicker Brush for Dogs - Detangling Dog Brushes for Grooming with Soft Bristles & long Pins - Professional Dog Grooming Brush to Removes Tangles & Dirt (Small)
 
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you need to have a flea comb at home to inspect your pup after those park visits and play dates
Coastal Pet Safari Dog Double Row Flea Comb - Helps Dry Skin - Dog Flea Comb for Flea Prevention and Detection in Pets with Short and Long Hair - One Size
 
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best tool for clipping and filing your dog's nails
HAWATOUR Dog Nail Clippers, Professional Pet Nail Clipper & Trimmers with Safety Guard to Avoid Over Cutting, Grooming Razor with Nail File for Medium and Large Dog and Cat, Red
 
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these have been amazing since the pandemic for cutting hepburn's hair and making him look very handsome
Pets First #1 Pet Grooming Scissors Body & Facial Trimmer Durable Stainless Steel Blades. Rounded Tips Shears for Long Medium Short Thick Wiry Curly Hair. Lightweight Cutter for Dogs & Cats. Set of 2

dental health

dental health is so important for our fur babies just as much as it is for us. do not let this slide as it can make the life of your furry friend longer and more pleasant. heoburn brushes his teeth once a week and has professional (non anesthetic) de...

 
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the only toothpaste hepburn LOVES! he actually gets excited now to brush his teeth because it tastes just like peanut butter… cannot reccommend this enough!
Kindfull Dog Dental Peanut Butter Toothpaste Gel 4oz (Pack of 2) and Tesadorz Resealable Bags
 
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if you do not want a big pack get this one!! so affordable and quality is amazing
Dog And Cat Finger Toothbrushes - 3pk - Kindfull
 
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amazing thing to add to your dogs water to boost their dental health
Dental Health Solution For Dogs - 16 Fl Oz - Kindfull
 
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best and most gentle way to get your pup to commit to a teeth-brushing routine
Oxyfresh Premium Pet Toothbrush – Easy Dog Teeth Cleaning – Helps Remove Plaque & Tartar – Gentle on Gums – Includes 6 Soft Cat & Dog Finger Toothbrushes (Large)

food accessories

sometimes i am out running errands by myself, so if i am concerned i will not be able to feed hepburn at his designated times i have some robot friends to help me around, here are my favourites, as well as the matts and plates we use. 

 
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im gonna give you options with this one because of your particular aesthetic and how much your pet eats so here is option one (which i adore now that hepburn is grown up)
PETLIBRO Automatic Cat Feeder, WiFi Automatic Cat Food Dispenser Rechargeable Battery-Operated with 30-Day Life, Auto Cat Feeder with App Feeding Control, 2L Air Automatic Pet Feeder for Cat & Dog
 
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here is option 2: as a puppy hepburn LOVED this one because it treated him to some music to know it was dinner time SO CUTE!!
Chintu Automatic Cat Food Dispenser, Auto Cat Feeder - 6 Meals Pet Wet Food Dispenser for Small Dog with Programmable Timer Portion Control Timed Cat Feeder with Voice Reminder
 
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this is such a fun way to treat your pup and make them have a fun time licking away! i freeze some peanut butter, greek yogurt, or turmeric paste on the matts for hepburn once a week and he has a blast! specially on those hotter months he really appr...
Meekai Lick Mat for Dogs & Cats 2PCS (8in) Suction Cups, Slow Feeder, Boredom Reducer Anxiety Relief, Dog Enrichment Toys, Non-Toxic, Suitable for All Breeds & Sizes, 1 Spatula + 1 Brush (Pink/Purple)
 
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if you have a fast eater like me this is the one thing i have added to regular plates that has worked! it is so easy to clean and has slowed down his eating time by 300%
Jaoul Dog Slow Feeder Insert,Dog Bowls Small Slow Feeder,Puzzle Design with 21 Octopus Suction Cups for Small Breed Dog Bowls Small Bowls 4" (Orange)

vitamins

i often find myself ridiculously crying over the day i lose my dear hepburn because i wish pups lived as long as we do, so i make vitamins to boost his health and i will share his favourite recipes on tik tok soon. here are some of the things i use t...

 
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with these molds i make vitamins for hepburn… make sure to follow me on tik tok for the upcoming recipes!
2 Pcs Silicone Puppy treat molds, Dog Paw and Bone Mold Ice Cube Mold, Jelly, Biscuits, Chocolate, Candy Baking Mold, Oven Microwave Freezer Dishwasher Safe-Pink & Blue (2)

treats

of course i love to spoil my baby with wholesome treats that are not junky food, and here are our favourite brands.

 
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best dental health treats… hepburn devours these he's obsessed!
GREENIES Original Regular Natural Dog Dental Care Chews Oral Health Dog Treats, 27 oz. Pack (27 Treats)
 
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this brand we fell in love in every aspect! you need to try everything they do and these treats are EVERYTHING!
Kindfull : Dog Treats
 
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this is the dog approved peanut butter i spread on his licking matt he LOVES
Pumpkin Pup Buddy BUDDER, 100% Natural Dog Peanut Butter, Healthy Peanut Butter Dog Treats, Made in USA, (17oz Jars)

toys and presents

even though he is a working dog, he loves to play and deserves to have a good time because he takes such good care of me, so here are some of our absolute fav toys… and a little themed gifts i enjoy giving him for special ocassions like his birthday ...

 
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so fun to play fetch with your pup with this handy gadget specially if they're runners and you wanna throw it far for them
Chuckit! Classic 26M Dog Ball Launcher, 26" Length, Includes Medium Ball (2.5") For Dogs 20-60 Pounds, Made in USA
 
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wanna treat your pup this holiday? get them this advent calendar from trader joes!!
Advent Calendar For Dogs Healthy Treats Holiday Squeaky Toy Slipper,Dog Ornament Countdown To Christmas (Trader Joe's)
 
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amazing way to help your dog brush his teeth by having a good time biting away. sometimes i put some toothpaste on this for hepburn to play with
Kindfull : Dog Toys
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such a calming toy and company for your anxious pup
Moropaky Puppy Heartbeat Toy for Anxiety Relief Dog Behavioral aid Toy for Puppies Sleep Aid Separation Anxiety Soother Cuddle, Brown

first aid & medicine

a lot of people do not know about this, however it is so important to also be stocked up on first aid kits to help our sweet friends at home or on the go. here are also some of the vet/approved meds that have saved hepburn from a near-death experienc...

 
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make sure to get one of these in your homes! you never know when you might need it!!!
Rayco International Ltd Pet First Aid Kit
 
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amazing brand for flea protection!! always consult with your vet what will be best for your furry baby
PetArmor Plus Flea and Tick Prevention for Dogs, Dog Flea and Tick Treatment, Waterproof Topical, Fast Acting, Small Dogs (5-22 lbs), 3 Doses
 
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another great brand to choose from for flea protection
K9 Advantix II Medium Dog Vet-Recommended Flea, Tick & Mosquito Treatment & Prevention | Dogs 11-20 lbs. | 1-Mo Supply
 
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make sure to always nourish your pup's paws!!
Natural Dog Company PawTection Balm Stick for Dogs (2oz) | Veterinarian-Approved and All-Natural Dog Paw Balm and Moisturizer | Nourishing Dog Paw Protector for Rough Terrain and Harsh Temperatures
 
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great and affordable for keeping pup's paws healthy
Musher's Secret Dog Paw Wax 60 g (2.1 oz) - Moisturizing Dog Paw Balm that Creates an Invisible Barrier That Protects and Heals Dry Cracked Paws - All-Natural with Vitamin E and Food-Grade Ingredients
 
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hepburn had an unfortunate and severe allergic reaction to vaccines once because of his previous vet going against my will, which resulted him in the ER… his new vet has advised us to give him a pill before each new vaccine now that he has had a reac...
Benadryl Ultratabs Antihistamine Allergy Relief Medicine, 25 mg Diphenhydramine HCl Tablets for Relief of Cold & Allergy Symptoms Such as Sneezing, Runny Nose, & Itchy Eyes & Throat, 48 ct
 
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i always keep this in his first aid kit because mixed with water in a syringe can save his life in case of intoxication
Viva Doria Activated Charcoal Powder, Hardwood Derived, Food Grade, 1.2 Oz Glass Jar

cleaning

having a furry best friend can do things to your home, so keeping things shed-free with a pup like hepburn is always a challenge. here are some of my cannot-live-without items.

 
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this thing is such a life saviour! it removes all pet hair from any surface with such ease OMG
Casabella No Bones about it Sponge
 
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this has been a game changer at home for hepburn's shedding & it is not scary for him!!!
Homeika Dog Grooming Kit & Vacuum, 1.5L Pet Grooming Vacuum 99% Pet Hair Suction, 8 Pet Grooming Tools, 6 Nozzles, Quiet Pet Vacuum Groomer with Nail Grinder, Paw Trimmer for Shedding Dogs, Cats

walks

we love a good walk once a day because let's face it… that is our pup's favourite time of day and it is also a great bonding time to have with them in their very short lifetime with us… we present our go-to items for our daily park visits.

 
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there are no better poop bags than these! biodegradable and smell SO NICE
Earth Rated Lavender Scented Dog Poop Bags 300ct
 
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the only way you should be picking up after your furry friend! thank me later
Jondarla Pooper Scooper for Dog, Large Medium Small Poop Scoop with 30pcs Bag Attachment, Portable Dogs Waste Hands Free Outdoor Travel Walk Handheld Pickup
 
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the best leash ever! have had this for 5 years now and it still looks as new!
FLEXI New Classic Retractable Dog Leash (Tape), 16 ft, Small, Black
 
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amazing water dispenser for our park walks, hikes, or picnics!!!
Springer Dog Water Bottle | Portable Travel Water Bottle Dispenser For Dogs - As Seen on Shark Tank | Patented, Leak-Proof Bottles Fill Bowl With Water - Ideal for Walking | BPA-Free 15oz Blue

weather protection items

we need protection for the cold and hot weather and so do our furry friends! do not take that for granted!!! please i advise if you live in a hot place in the summer always take your dog out when the sun is not too strong and if you still have doubts...& snowy places acquire some protective wear for them… here are our top recommended items.

 
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like i said protect your dog's paws from the heat with these sandals!
Pet Supplies Blue Dog Sandals Dog Breathable Boots Pets Sandals Mesh Anti- Slip Dog Sneakers for Small Medium Large Dog, Pack of 4- Size M Breathable Soft Mesh Dog Sandals Pet Shoes
 
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best footwear to protect your furry friend
wagwear - Fashion & Style for the Design-Minded Dog.
 
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amazing waterproof protection for you best friend
Pet Clothing Dog Rain Coat Waterproof Nylon Pets Raincoat Rain Jacket Adorable Hoodie Perfect For Small Dog Breed Female Male Dog Red Green Color (XL, Red)
 
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this one os just SO FASHIONABLE! hepburn loves his raincoat on a fall/ wintery walk
HOWLIDAYS CO. Midnight Forest Water-Resistant Dog Jacket - Lightweight, Adjustable, and Packable | Ideal Dog Raincoat for Hiking and Backpacking | Waterproof with Packable Hood | Large Dogs 65 (XL)
 
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another option for those perfect for those rainy city walks
Canada Pooch Dog Slush Suit Dog Bodysuit for Rain and Snow Full Body Dog Suit Water-Resistant Dog Onesie (Black, 10 (9-11" Back Length))