Puppy Resources
Getting a puppy can feel very overwhelming and is often a big decision. You want to get it right and choose a puppy suited to you and your family's lifestyle. It can be difficult to know where to start looking and to navigate through what breed to choose, how to find the right breeder or know what you need to do to prepare for your new family member.
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Finding the right breed for you - the Kennel Club has an extensive breed list and details health concerns / health tests breeders should be doing Breeds A to Z | The Kennel Club
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Advice on how to find a good breeder - Buying a puppy | How to buy a puppy responsibly | Blue Cross
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Puppy contract to take to your breeder downloaded here, all the questions you need to ask -The Puppy Contract - for responsible puppy breeding and buying.
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How to introduce the puppy to their new home and family (download a free guide here)
various articles found here- Introducing puppy to older dog | Blue Cross
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Night time and time alone
Let sleeping dogs lie, but never let puppy dogs cry... (happyofficedogs.com)
Night Time Vocals | Victoria Stilwell Positively
How to get a puppy to sleep through the night | Puppy first night | Blue Cross
Separation Anxiety in Dogs | Blue Cross
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Puppy mouthing and biting The Witching Hour: How to Survive! (pawchores.com),
How To Stop Puppy Biting - The Ultimate Guide - SpiritDog Training
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Dog body language Reading a Dog's Body Language | Victoria Stilwell Positively
Introduction insights into canine communication - Silent Conversations
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House/toilet training tips 7 Quick Tips for TOILET TRAINING a Puppy or Dog - YouTube
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What equipment and books to buy (download a free shopping list here)
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How to introduce your puppy to the car (download a free guide here)
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How to introduce your puppy to their lead, harness and walks (download a free guide here)
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Puppy exercise links (cover slippery floors with washable rugs as slipping is not good for puppy joint development)
Puppy Development - Exercise Myth & Legend &
What is the Logic Behind Not Exercising Puppies Until the Growth Plates are Closed?
