Cost for this DISCUSSION GROUP: FREE!!
🎤 NEW: 2SpeakDog Discussion Group! 🐾 Humans Only!
I Have a New Puppy… Now What?
You brought home a puppy. You’re excited, exhausted, completely in love…and suddenly everyone has an opinion about what you should be doing!
What should I feed? When should I vaccinate? When should I spay or neuter? How much exercise is too much? How much sleep do puppies really need? What about socialization, growth, training, and development?
This month’s Discussion Group is all about navigating those first months of puppyhood—and sorting through the overwhelming amount of information (and misinformation!) that comes with them.
We’ll talk about nutrition, vaccines, spay/neuter timing, physical development, exercise, sleep, socialization, behavior, and more, including how some of these decisions can affect your puppy well beyond puppyhood.
Most importantly, this isn’t about one-size-fits-all answers. Your puppy’s breed, size, developmental stage, temperament, environment, and your lifestyle all matter.
Our goal is to help you understand the why behind these choices so you can make informed decisions that work for both ends of the leash.
Whether your puppy is already home, coming soon, or you’re simply thinking about adding one to your family, come with your questions!
Homework before the discussion group
To get a head start or even stir up more question, give this posd cast a listin. Not a must for attending but a really good overview of all the topics.
Let us know if you have a question or a topic you think we should cover. Getting a new puppy is exciting but there is A LOT to think about before you bring your new fur baby home. In this week's episode, Dr. Katie and Clayton break down some of the most important things every pet parent should be thinking about. From food, to finding a primary vet, to shots we're going to leave you with some helpful information to help your transition smoother. For more information on specific products Dr. Katie and Clayton recommend like the Karnlea Pumpkin Powder Clayton mentioned or Dr. Katie's Tummy formula check out Dr. Katie's store at https://drkaties.com/ Check out Claytons podcast Pet Business Disrupters https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pet-business-disruptors/id1759599442 CREDITS Executive Producer: Kathryn Rager Producer: Jessica Leigh Editor: Rob Bergsma Social Media Manager: Shana Allan Thanks to MaxLuxe Studios @maxluxmedia
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/challenging-pet-health/id6793166671?i=1000782898535
At 2SpeakDog, we’re not just about training dogs—we’re about building community. Meeting in-person at our facility in the Stony Point Fashion Park or virtually over Zoom! PLEASE SIGN UP TO JOIN IN PERSON OR ZOOM.
We believe that being a pet parent means constantly learning, connecting, and growing and that’s exactly what this new discussion group is for. 💬
This isn’t just a place to talk training and behavior (although we love that). It’s also a space to explore how everything is connected—nutrition, health, enrichment, stress, and daily life all play a role in your dog’s behavior and well-being.
At 2SpeakDog, we’re not just about training dogs, we’re about building community. Meeting in-person at our studio in the Stony Point Fashion Park or virtually over Zoom! PLEASE SIGN UP TO JOIN IN PERSON OR ZOOM.
Because the truth is: when you know better, you do better and we’re here to help each other do both.
We’re bringing people together to:
🧠 Talk about real challenges
💡 Share tools and insights
🐕 Understand our dogs more deeply
🤝 Support each other in this journey
✨ We’ll be hosting these conversations the second Friday of each month, and you’re invited to join us—whether you’re in the thick of reactivity training, exploring holistic care, or just want to be the best pet parent you can be.
Humans Only
Please leave dogs at home for the inperson discussion group or Zoom so your pup can be on your lap!