Pre-Puppy Consultation

Service Description

Thinking about getting a puppy but not sure which breed, breeder, rescue or individual puppy would suit your lifestyle? Or have you already chosen your puppy and want to make sure you’re properly prepared before they come home? The Pre-Puppy Consultation is designed to help you make informed decisions before your puppy arrives and give you the best possible start together. If you haven’t chosen your puppy yet, we can discuss your lifestyle, experience, household, working hours and expectations to help you think realistically about the type of dog that may suit you. This can include breed traits, exercise and training needs, size, temperament, grooming requirements and common challenges associated with different breeds or types of dog. I can also help you understand what to look for when choosing a responsible breeder or rescue, what questions to ask, and potential warning signs to be aware of. If your puppy has already been chosen, we can focus on preparing your home and putting sensible routines in place before they arrive. We can cover: • Choosing a breed or type of dog that fits your lifestyle • Understanding breed traits and realistic exercise, training and enrichment needs • Puppy, rescue or older dog considerations • Choosing a responsible breeder or rescue organisation • Questions to ask breeders and rescues • What to look for when meeting a litter or individual puppy • Preparing your home for your puppy • Crates, pens and safe spaces • Sleep and settling at night • Toilet training • Puppy biting and chewing • Building independence and preventing problems around being left alone • Socialisation and habituation • Introducing your puppy to children, existing dogs or other pets • Choosing equipment, food and rewards • Starting reward-based training from day one • What to prioritise during your puppy’s early development Included: ✓ 45-minute online consultation ✓ Personalised guidance based on your lifestyle and circumstances ✓ Help choosing and preparing for the right puppy where required ✓ Puppy preparation advice and key recommendations You do not need to have chosen a puppy before booking. In fact, getting advice before making that decision can help you avoid choosing a dog whose needs may not be the right fit for your household and lifestyle.