ORLAGH’S Puppy Guide
Your guide to a perfect puppy — from first preparations to two years and beyond.
This guide is for information only. It doesn’t replace advice from your vet or a qualified behaviourist — if you’re ever worried, call your vet.
The first lesson of each section is open to everyone; the rest is free for members.
- 01
Before Your Puppy Comes Home
Readiness, puppy-proofing, your shopping list and the right questions to ask.
5 lessons · 3 activities · revision quiz
- 02
The First Days & Daily Routine
A calm welcome, the first week, a sample daily schedule and fresh water.
4 lessons · 3 activities · revision quiz
- 03
Feeding & Nutrition
Reading labels, choosing good food, portion control, switching foods and safe treats.
5 lessons · 3 activities · revision quiz
- 04
Crate & Toilet Training
Making the crate a happy den and building great toilet habits — accidents and all.
4 lessons · 3 activities · revision quiz
- 05
Socialisation & Understanding Your Dog
How dogs see the world, the socialisation window and preventing separation anxiety.
4 lessons · 3 activities · revision quiz
- 06
Training Through the Stages
Force-free training from 8 weeks to adulthood, problem behaviours and brain games.
5 lessons · 3 activities · revision quiz
- 07
Health, Grooming & Vet Care
Vet visits, parasites, grooming and teeth, reading poo and the first season.
5 lessons · 3 activities · revision quiz
- 08
Safety, First Aid & the Law
Emergencies, when to call the vet, safe walks and travel, ID and your legal duties.
5 lessons · 3 activities · revision quiz
