We’ve finally done it!

[Halliabaloo]

Finally put a deposit on a puppy now that someone is going to be around all day.

What are your best recommendations for a puppy training guide? We have waited for a long time for this and are up for some hard work, but, as he’s sometimes going to be in the care of a disabled adult, he needs to be very well trained. We have classes booked for after the second vaccinations, but what can we be doing in the early days at home?

Congratulations :)

Honestly, I wouldn't go in heavy at the moment, let the little one be a puppy as he's still very much a baby and has a lot to learn about and adjust to in his new home.

You could take a look at graeme Hall and also look up force free training.

Congratulations! Try looking up Kikopup on YouTube, her videos are brilliant.

Congratulations!
The best thing I did before getting my puppy in February was to join the Dog Training Advisory and Support group on Facebook. Loads of amazingly helpful guides to read and videos to watch about all aspects and stages of having a dog. Additional support available from qualified and experienced behaviourists if needed.

FYI Graeme Hall’s methods aren’t that great and many reputable trainers and registered behaviourists really don’t like him. Just because you’re on telly, doesn’t mean you’re the best (case in point, bloody Caesar Milan, urgh, horrible)

If your pup will eventually be a support dog, that won’t be anywhere near your goal for at least a year or two, pup needs to learn the basics of being a Very Good Dog first.

Find some recommended local puppy classes, some are starting face to face again, start with the basics. Dogs Trust do good puppy classes:
www.dogstrust.org.uk/help-advice/dog-school/

Easy Peasy Puppy Squeezy book is a great place to start. Also the FB group mentioned upthread. They have a group specifically for prospective owners to plan and prep for their new arrival.

Kikopup/Dogmantics, also really good stuff.

All you need to do in the early days is socialisation (carry him around), house training and bonding. Just let him settle, and see that he’s loved and safe. The training can start happening at your classes.

Dog training advice and support on FB is awesome. Good luck.