Welcome to Puppy Raising!
Puppy Placement Module.
This module covers a range of topics that will help you welcome a new puppy into your home.
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Puppy identification.
Your pup is microchipped and wears an identification tag. This guide provides information about these identifying items
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Missing or lost dog guide.
Should your pup escape or become lost please consult this document.
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Health and Veterinary Handbook
Policies and procedures for when your pup is unwell.
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Approved Vet Clinics
If you notice anything unusual with your pup, please contact your Puppy Development Advisor or the Guide Dogs Centre before seeking veterinary advice unless it is an emergency
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Puppy Raising Manual
Everything you need to become a successful Puppy Raiser.
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Approved treats policy
Learn what treats to reward your puppy with.
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Dog park and off-leash policy.
Follow the attached guidelines for dog parks and off-leash adventures.
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Dog Welfare strategy
Overall well-being and quality of life guide for your pup.
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Puppy coat policy and assessment.
What to do when your pup is ready for their coat.
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Raw meat and bones policy.
What not to feed your puppy.
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Social media guidelines
Please abide by the attached rules when posting your puppy.
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Toy and enrichment guidelines.
What toys you should give to your puppy.
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Visiting the Guide Dogs Centre.
The do's and don'ts of visiting our Guide Dogs Centre.
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Warm weather policy
Please take note of and share these precautions for warm weather.
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Water safety policy
Pups require the same water safety precautions that you would practice for a human toddler.
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Puppy Raising and Temporary Care Agreement
What you need to know as a Puppy Raiser or Temporary Carer.
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Puppy training program
Training modules for your pup.
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Meet our Puppy Raising Team!
Canine Questionnaire.
Questions about your pup.
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Puppy Raising Supplies Order Form
This form is to be completed if you are in need of any food or preventatives for your dog.
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Temporary Care Booking Form
Submit this form when your pup requires temporary care.
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Recommended Reading.
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Meet Volunteer Robyn
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Volunteering
Gullivers Travels
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Volunteering
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Meet Volunteer Allysia
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Volunteering
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Meet Volunteer Vicki
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Volunteering