From Our Home to Yours Program
At The Family Doodle, our From Our Home to Yours Program is an extension of our Gentle Start Program (0-8weeks). Most Puppies go home at 8 weeks- but at The Family Doodle, we believe the extra time makes all the difference. That's why we offer a specialized, in-home extension option that nurtures your puppy from 8 to 10 weeks (or 12 weeks) for continued intentional in-home, family-based training, socialization, and individualized attention, easing the transition from our family to yours.
What's Included
We only accept 1-2 puppies into extended training to ensure quality attention. Spots fill fast. Send an email about availability @ thefamilydoodlepups@gmail.com.
8-9 weeks
The Nesting Window
(Available at no charge)
This is your puppy's transitional phase- whether you're preparing for pick-up or considering extended training. We begin daily routines focused on:
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calm crate naps& solo play beginnings
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confidence in new environments (outdoor potty, play pens)
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One-on-one bonding with our family members
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early name recognition and gentle recall cues
This foundational week is available with every adoption.
9-10 weeks
Official Start to our Program
This period deepens your puppy's confidence as they move through critical development windows. We focus on:
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Crate comfort with extended naps & bedtime stretches
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calm leash introduction + walk etiquette foundations
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Frustration-tolerance games (independence and emotional resilience builder)
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exposure to grooming tools and cooperative care
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daily social routines with children and adults
Tuition: $250
11-12 weeks
From Our Home to Yours
We guide your puppy from practice to pattern, reinforcing everything they've learned while gently introducing real-life rhythms.
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Loose-leash walking with real distractions
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Potty training and bell ringing continuation
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Structured crate training with delayed gratification
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Calm focus around mealtimes, other pets, and kids
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continued confidence in vet exams and grooming tools
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Household manners (sit, wait, leave it, recall)
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Ongoing car ride exposure and novel places for socialization
Tuition $600
