What are /r/MiniAussies' favorite Products & Services?

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I use this seatbelt for my dog that wants to sit under my feet as I drive 😅 Keeps her in the back seat as well as gives some peace of mind in case we’re in an accident.

Manage the environment. Repeat. Manage the environment. Don't let them do anything that will upset you. (Leave shoes around to chew, cords to electronics, jumping on furniture without invitation, etc.) Aussies (and other working dogs) respond highly to structured environments and mental stimulation. This can be achieved easily through introducing the "place" command and "home" commands with crate.

Since aussies get hot I would use this https://www.amazon.com/Coolaroo-Original-Elevated-Large-Gunmetal/dp/B07VMB1VNT/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=coolaroo%2Bdog%2Bbed&qid=1619526080&sprefix=cooleroo&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzN...

I would highly suggest Continuing with basic obedience training with a trainer. They're workers, so they really are at their happiest when working and pleasing their owners.

Best of luck, they're the best, most loving companions!

For HER it is, lol. To help keep her in there, fold a T-shirt that you have slept in, put it on top of the blanket. Cover the crate part way with a towel, making it dark is the best. This heartbeat and warmth toy helps to soothe them too. SmartPetLove Snuggle Puppy Behavioral Aid Toy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000C9YHFS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SIBeFbXND8QZ8

I picked mine up with these and they were adjustable so fit with no problems, good luck!:

Pawtitas Pet Soft Adjustable Solid Color Nylon Puppy/Dog Collar Matching Leash and Harness Sold Separately https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XGRMQ95/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_W92EFYJRYGN9VP9RVG0E?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Pawtitas Reflective Step in Dog... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OBX3EKK?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Pro pet works oatmeal shampoo. It’s fantastic. My aussie’s coat is so soft, people comment on it every time they pet him. https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Pet-Works-Cats-Hypoallergenic-Skin-Organic/dp/B018FGSTT4

I had mine on puppy kibble (I think it was purina) and he stopped wanting to eat that after a few weeks. He would eat a little bit and then walk away, come back and sniff it, then walk away again. His stomach was also gurgling quite a bit, he pooped a lot (and it was usually very soft). I switched him to a raw diet (as per trainer / vet recommendations) and a year later he's still jumping of joy every single time I utter the word "food". I buy it at the local pet store and it comes ready made / frozen and I just have to defrost in advance (it's usually chicken / beef / rabbit / duck with appropriate fruits / veggies / small bones / algae / egg shells...). The difference in poop was actually insane though. He went from pooping 4-6 times a day (large soft poos) to pooping twice a day (well formed, little rabbit poos). Night and day.

Idk if the food has anything to do with it but a lot of people are surprised at how soft and fluffy his coat is. He still sheds a crazy amount (but I live in a temperate climate with large daylight fluctuations in summer/winter) so that's the be expected. I pretty much never wash him (apart from taking him to the groomer once in a while). Def buy an undercoat brush! And start brushing him / her early so they get used to it :) I feel like dirt and shit just falls off him? He has white paws and they look muddy for a few minutes after coming home and then poof back to all white.

Brush

As for the shampoo, I just bought some puppy shampoo from the pet store and it's been just fine!

Chris Christensen - Big G Slicker Brush - Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KAJQJ74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_N2QHZ2JVZJ14V9GVJEJX

This brush is pricey. Trust me I was skeptical too at first when our groomer told us about but it’s honestly the best thing for my pups. I have two mini-Aussie/poodle mixes and their hair can get really matted. This brush really helps in breaking those up before they start and keeps their fur really soft and fluffy. The price is ridiculous I know but it works.

Yes! I bought it from my local grocery store, but here it is on amazon! https://www.amazon.com/Chuckit-ZipFlight-Frisbee-Aerodynamic-Assorted/dp/B001AQZDSW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V3OY67VOS9K&dchild=1&keywords=chuck+it+zipflight&qid=1596049929&sprefix=chuck+it+zip%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-1