Guide Dogs for the Blind K9 Buddy Curriculum: 
K9 Buddy GDB Supplies Provided

Congratulations on being matched with your Guide Dogs for the Blind (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