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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have never ever had a dog in my life. DH has but I have a feeling since I'm home I'm primary caregiver.

So they are coming in 5 weeks. They will be 16 weeks old. They will be spayed/neutered, have shots, be house trained.

What do I need? What food do you suggest? How many toys do they need? Can they share a bed?

I keep getting conflicting advice from the breeder and the vet.

I looked up some stuff and saw crate training, it seems mean to me. Is it mean or is it necessary?

Obedience training is a must correct? What other training if any is necessary?

Anything specific about this breed?

I am a runner, I do know this breed is good for runners. Anyone have experience with this?

DH is excited, kids are excited. I need help but I'm excited too.
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My two cents:
Assuming you're using a real hobbyist/breeder: Trust your breeder over your vet on everything except veterinary medical matters (e.g., trust the breeder on behavior, training, breed-specific things).
Buy whatever food the breeder recommends/dogs are already eating. I like pro plan. 
Lots of toys. I like Kong brand. Each dog gets his/her own bed and crate. (I assume pups are crate trained, ask the breeder about this).
Yes to obedience training. After you've completed the basics, you'll know what else you need. 
Don't run long distances with large breed dogs until they're ~ done growing. Ask your breeder and vet for recommendations--I wait 2 years for a large breed. [/quote]

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