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SETTLE-IN GUIDE
~Your Puppy's First Few Months~
A short, practical guide designed to help your puppy settle in confidently from day one—and to support you through the critical first few months at home.
​You are part of a pilot program!
You’ve been given access to this guide as part of a small pilot program offered through participating breeders and pet care professionals.
The goal is simple:
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help new puppy owners get off to a strong start
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and gather honest feedback to continue improving the guide
Your access is completely free.
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In return, we may ask for brief feedback about your experience—what was helpful, what wasn’t, and what questions came up.
What’s included:
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Six short “settle-in” chapters from our online puppy guide
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A ~35-minute companion presentation (video + audio)
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Practical, easy-to-follow guidance for the first days and weeks at home
Topics covered:
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Introducing your puppy to their new home
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Creating structure from day one
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Crate training and safe confinement
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Potty training basics
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Managing early overstimulation and rest
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Beginning socialization (handling, sounds, environment)
Optional support:
If you’d like additional help, optional drop-in Q&A calls with the trainer are available for a fee.
Why this guide exists:
The first few days at home—and the first few months that follow—have an outsized impact on your puppy’s behavior, confidence, and ability to adapt.
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This guide is designed to give you:
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clear next steps
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practical routines
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and confidence that you’re on the right track
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