Puppy Advice

Getting a dog

Congratulations! You’ve decided to get a dog. Having a dog in your life is great but they’re also a huge commitment and will change your life. Here are some things to help you prepare for getting a dog.

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  • Relaxed golden retriever dog being petted in new home

How to get a dog

Find out about the different ways you can get a puppy or dog.

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  • Adopted rescue dog looking up happily at new owner on grass

Adopting a dog

How to give a home to a dog that has been previously owned or rescued.

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Buying a puppy

Read our guides to help you find and safely buy your perfect puppy

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Preparing for your new puppy

Here’s what you need to do to prepare for the arrival of your new puppy

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What to buy for a puppy or dog

Here’s what you will need to buy to prepare for the arrival of your new puppy.

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Discover small, friendly classes across the UK led by our expert, professional Puppy School Tutors. Get hands-on advice and support, to ensure your puppy gets the best start with positive, reward-based training.

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Testimonials

What Clients say
about Puppy School

  • “This course was fantastic. Jenny the trainer has a wealth of knowledge. Extremely approachable, and gave sound advice to our queries. She really knows her stuff. The groups size was just perfect, which meant each pup was not overwhelmed. I would recommend the course and definitely recommend Jenny. She was brilliant.”
    —   June
  • “It was just a great course, it helped so much with our confidence in training Lucky correctly, and watching his confidence grow from being super nervous when he started, to the outgoing bundle he is now. Puppy School has been amazing!”
    —   Erica
  • “The puppy training was fantastic! It helped us to identify our puppies needs, how he is developing and how to support his understanding. The trainer was so friendly and approachable, always taking time to chat before and after class. Our puppy has come so far in his training since the classes first started. A big thank you for all the support provided! ”
    —   Robin
  • “Alice was absolutely lovely and helped us with some issues that weren't covered in the syllabus, she was so knowledgeable about everything puppy behaviours and she taught the class well. The venue was great, there was plenty of space for each puppy and for exercises without it being too big and scary. Nelly loved attending puppy school and we learnt so much about dog training and behaviour.”
    —   Mandy
  • “We had a wide range of breeds with us and Amanda knew the traits of each so well, knowing how to approach training with them all and adapting when necessary. Amanda made it so fun for the pups and us humans! Corky and I will miss it!”
    —   David