Preparing For My New Puppy

Preparing for your new pup to come home can be an exciting time! There’s work to do so here are some tools and recommendations to set you up for success!

TO DO CHECKLIST - Helps you stay organized so nothing slips through the cracks
VIRTUAL VISIT - Learn what it’s all about, your date and time will be sent via email after your pup is born
YOUR CONTRACTS - Your contracts will be emailed to you after your pup is born. These are completed via DocuSign and should be submitted no later than 10 days before Go Home Day.
FOOD & SUPPLEMENTS - Since Go Home Day is a big adjustment for a pup we ask that you give a 9 week commitment to keeping your pup on the same food they’ve started out on. This prevents upset stomach, diarrhea, and even possible reactivation of dormant parasites. Shipping can be slow so be sure to order your food at least 10 days prior to Go Home Day
RECOMMENDED ITEMS - There are many brands to choose from and it can be overwhelming, our Recommended Items section can help you decide what you need and what you don’t.
TRAINING GAME PLAN - People who prepare themselves with a Training Game Plan are 85% more successful with training and report having dogs that are less anxious and better socialized so we always recommend having a plan!
GO HOME DAY - Everything you need to know about the big day! Your Go Home day and time will be emailed to you after your pup is born

I recommend going through each item below to fully prepare for your puppy on Go Home Day. If you’re short on time the first priority are Your Contracts and ordering your Food & Supplements.

Bringing My New Puppy Home

Did you know the first 3 days your pup comes home are crucial to building life long trust? This can shape your entire relationship and carries weight on your pup’s behaviors going forward.

WHAT TO DO NEXT - This contains information such as putting your microchip in your name and setting up your Free month of pet health insurance by Trupanion
RECOGNIZING A STRESSED PUPPY - This video tells you how to recognize when your pup is stressed out so you can destress - being able to do this will help build your pup’s trust
THE FIRST 3 DAYS - The first 3 days are crucial for bonding with your pup and this video will give you tips on how to get the most of your first days
THE POWER 3 SERIES - These 3 videos are the basis for starting training and are well worth your time to watch
‘PUPPY, PUPPY, PUPPY’ THE LIFESAVING COMMAND - Teaching this command to your pup can tell them to come back if they’re in danger
THE TREAT GAME -
PUPPY POO, WHEN TO WORRY - This video will tell you what to watch for in your pup’s stool

Below are some To Do items as well as tips, recommendations and training.

As My Puppy Grows

As a new puppy owner you’ve got your hands full! These resources have been put together to help lighten the load. Remember, consistency in training is going to be the most critical part as your pup changes in the first year. That cute little pup of yours will grow very quickly and go through different phases. Many people find the hardest time is between 6-16 months.

SUPPLEMENTS - How to keep your pup healthy
KEEPING YOUR PUP AT A HEALTHY WEIGHT - Body Mass Indicator, the dangers of overeating, changing foods
HIP DYSPLASIA PREVENTION - The information here can help prevent over taxing your pup’s joints
CURBING UNWANTED BEHAVIORS - Many frustrating behaviors can be prevented if they’re addressed before they turn into a problem
EAR FORMS - This contains tips on how to promote your pup’s ears standing up on their own along with information on ear forms as a last resort

Hang in there! Your consistency and patience through the hard times will pay off with a loyal and loving dog in the end.