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Oxford Dog Owners

Practical, printable guides written by our certified behaviourists. Everything here is free, because good dog ownership starts with good information.

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Puppy Guides

Essential resources for new puppy owners, from socialisation to crate training.

Puppy GuideAvailable Now

Puppy Socialisation Checklist

The essential tick-list every new puppy owner needs. Sixty experiences to introduce before your puppy turns 16 weeks, organised by category so nothing gets missed.

What you get

  • ✓60 experiences across 7 categories
  • ✓Printable two-page PDF
  • ✓OPW trainer tips on each category
  • ✓Age-by-age guidance notes
Puppy GuideComing April 2026

Puppy First Week at Home Checklist

A step-by-step guide to the first seven days with your new puppy. Covers settling in, first night, vet registration, crate introduction, and early training foundations.

What you get

  • ✓Day-by-day schedule for week one
  • ✓Vet and microchip checklist
  • ✓Crate and toilet training starter guide
  • ✓What to buy (and what to skip)

Coming April 2026

Puppy GuideComing May 2026

Puppy Crate Training Schedule

A printable week-by-week crate training schedule based on the Puppy Start Right methodology. Takes your puppy from first introduction to sleeping through the night.

What you get

  • ✓Week-by-week progression plan
  • ✓Duration targets by age
  • ✓Troubleshooting common problems
  • ✓Positive reinforcement reward guide

Coming May 2026

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Training Guides

Practical tools to help you make informed decisions about your dog's training.

Training GuideComing April 2026

Is My Dog Ready for Daycare? Self-Assessment

Not every dog thrives in group daycare. This honest self-assessment helps you work out whether group daycare is right for your dog before you book, saving you and your dog unnecessary stress.

What you get

  • ✓12-question self-assessment checklist
  • ✓Scoring guide with clear recommendations
  • ✓What to look for in a daycare provider
  • ✓Red flags to watch out for

Coming April 2026

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Local Guides

Curated guides for dog owners in Didcot and South Oxfordshire.

Local GuideComing May 2026

Didcot Dog Owner's Pocket Guide

Everything a Didcot dog owner needs in one printable guide: the top 10 walks, best dog-friendly cafés, best dog-friendly pubs, and local vet contacts, all within 20 minutes of Didcot.

What you get

  • ✓Top 10 rated walks with distance and difficulty
  • ✓Dog-friendly cafés and pubs at a glance
  • ✓Local vet and emergency vet contacts
  • ✓Seasonal tips for South Oxfordshire walks

Coming May 2026

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