A GUIDE FOR COSTA BEL CANE CORSO PUPPY FAMILIES

Dog Food:

Your puppy has been raised on a combination of kibble and raw.  For kibble, your puppy has been eating the following NON grain-free formulas made by Fromm Family:
Due to recent developments regarding health issues surrounding grain-free kibble, Costa Bel Cane Corso has chosen to abandon grain-free kibble.  Should you choose to feed grain-free kibble, we are happy to assist in the selection of an appropriate kibble.  We fed Orijen and Acana for many years with much success.

Your puppy has also been fed raw ground beef, chicken, turkey, lamb, pork, rabbit and raw organ meat such as liver, gizzards and hearts.  Should you decide to keep your puppy on a raw diet, we can assist you with creating a balanced raw diet.  We do not recommend canned food but in the event that you need to feed canned food, we recommend Fromm and/or Evanger's and can provide you with the specific formulas that we have had success with.

Costa Bel Cane Corso supports small businesses and encourages our puppy families to consider purchasing their dog food from our local mom+pop supplier, Natural K9 Supplies.  There are Natural K9 Supplies stores in Miami, Davie and Pembroke Pines and they also have a very competitive online presence that offers flat rate shipping of $6.99 on all purchases.


Litter Box + Pellets:

Your puppy has been taught to potty in a litter box that contains pine pellets.  We use plastic concrete mixing tubs as the litter boxes.

Medium for inside of crate: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Plasgad-Black-Medium-Concrete-Mixing-Tub-887101C/205451550

Large for outside of crate: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Plasgad-Black-Large-Concrete-Mixing-Tub-887102C/205451585

Pine Pellets (I only included these links so you know what to purchase but you can probably get them at any local feed store):
Even if you have a yard, this comes in very handy, especially in bad weather.  Your puppy is completely litter box trained and will pee and poop in the litter box.  Make sure you keep it under a roof, like on a patio, or in the garage.  Your puppy sometimes misses and pees over the side.

 
Kuranda Bed for Outdoors or Indoors:
 
These are excellent for joints and ventilation.  They are super durable and easy to keep clean.  I have like 8-9 of them, the dogs love them and they last forever.  If you decide to get one, get the Aluminum Dog Bed in with the 40 ounce vinyl in XXL 50x36.  It is approximately $160 but worth every penny.  There are also smaller ones that fit in the crate.  If you use the link below, they will donate to charity and possibly give you 10% off if they have a special running:  https://kuranda.com/?rfsn=1658329.067d8d


Crate:
 
2-Door Dog Crate - 42 Inch - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QFT1RC/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000QFT1RC&linkCode=as2&tag=costabelcanec-20&linkId=ee50c1b275e60612fe06cf4aa01f19e2

2-Door Dog Crate - 48 Inch - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QFWCLY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000QFWCLY&linkCode=as2&tag=costabelcanec-20&linkId=712b5ef76eaf284d1b572538390a5f75

2-Door Dog Crate - 54 Inch - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005VVWBVY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B005VVWBVY&linkCode=as2&tag=costabelcanec-20&linkId=98156ba8529ad522d9398bd3241547fb
 
Water Bowl with Fastener: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012GS73S/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0012GS73S&linkCode=as2&tag=costabelcanec-20&linkId=4709c132db73c59f4c3ad9548ade48fb

Fatpet TM 400 ML Pet Dog Water Bottle: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01827UTNK/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01827UTNK&linkCode=as2&tag=costabelcanec-20&linkId=a8ea0614a769058674e321cf95a4a559

Water Bottle Lickers (Adaptors): http://www.paws-and-tails.com/waterlickers.aspx
 
Pro Select Stainless Steel Pet Pail: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005N127YS/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B005N127YS&linkCode=as2&tag=costabelcanec-20&linkId=f94fcfe23f315d3bdd3c83ac4089da39


Crate Bedding + Cover:
 
You always want to have two beds in case of an accident.  One can be in the wash while the other one is in use.
Crate cover to create more of a "den" setting:
K9 Ballistics is pretty much impossible to destroy and comes with a guarantee.  I purchase the Orthopedic TUFF Crate Pad Large (47''x28''x2'').  You should be able to get 10% off if you use coupon code CBCC: http://k9ballistics.com/index.php/user/CostaBelCaneCorso

We have also had a lot of success with Primo Pads.  They can be ordered with tie downs.  We use these for our dogs that have managed to make finding a suitable bed that they cannot destroy a mission.  However, this bedding is last resort for us because it has minimal padding. 

Bark Collar:

As much as I hate this, I know that sometimes a bark collar is necessary.  This is a simple one that I would recommend and have used in the past: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002C7FHC/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0002C7FHC&linkCode=as2&tag=costabelcanec-20&linkId=ea8f9d6cbfe8705c71e2c9add117ae80

Do not forget to purchase replacement batteries!


Prong/Pinch Collar:

When used correctly, I do think that a prong collar is a great tool.  As much as I will discourage its use, if it presents itself as a necessary tool then this is the one I recommend with the nylon protective cover: http://www.fordogtrainers.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=66_77&products_id=2266


Double-Handle Leash:

In leather:
In nylon + neoprene:

Dremel + Tips:

I use a Dremel 4000.  It comes with a bunch of sanding tips but the best ones are 432 or 408.  You can purchase a Dremel at Walmart, Lowe's or any other large store with a substantial hardware department but below are easy links to the items on Amazon.  The one I use has a cord that tends to get in the way.  I usually have to Dremel 8-20 dogs and puppies at a time, so it is an inconvenience for me to potentially run out of battery, forcing me to have to use the corded one.  Dremels also come cordless in case a cord will be an issue for you.  I also use a flex shaft attachment, which is very comfortable.

Puppy Cam:

Arlo by Netgear - 1080p HD Security Camera with 2-way audio and no base station required (VMC3040) - https://amzn.to/2Qp09fC


Toys + Treats:
 
There are Natural K9 Supplies stores in Miami, Davie and Pembroke Pines and they have started to carry many of these toys at competitive prices.  However, for non local puppy families, I have provided online links for the items I purchase regularly as an alternative.

GoughNuts Black Stick: https://amzn.to/2AJPAxZ

GoughNuts Rings:
Tuffy's:
West Paw Zogoflex Bumi Interactive Tug of War (LARGE) - https://amzn.to/2Dm5mSk

West Paw Zogoflex Hurley Durable Dog Bone (LARGE) - https://amzn.to/2DmNAhR

Jolly Pets:
Nylabone:
Benebone Wishbone Durable Dog Chew Toy for Aggressive Chewers in Real Bacon Flavor (LARGE) - https://amzn.to/2JCLCu0

8 Inch/X Large Hol-ee Roller Rubber Ball (ONLY WITH SUPERVISION) - https://amzn.to/2qsvvGH

Kyjen Hard Core Fire Hose Squeak 'n Fetch (Medium or Large - ONLY WITH SUPERVISION) - https://amzn.to/2JFpbnO

Large Rubber Knobby Dummy - https://amzn.to/2yQmdZL

KONG Extreme Dog Toy in Black (Large) - https://amzn.to/2SKR6XJ

Stewart Freeze Dried Training Treats in Beef Liver (21 Oz) - https://amzn.to/2qu2IRS

Zuke's Mini Naturals Training Treats (Any Flavor)

Training Treat Pouch - https://amzn.to/2JEGupp