To decide whether a dog is the right pet for you, and whether now is the right time for your family, there are many important things to...

Should I got for a dog from a breeder or a rescue shelter? There is no wrong answer to this question! RightPaw encourages all potential...

RightPaw encourages all our breeders to conduct health testing and to conduct as many tests as possible. As a potential puppy owner...

It often surprises new owners how long the process of finding a puppy actually takes. There is a lot to consider from the day you decide...

‘Purebred’ dogs are one of the 238 breeds that are recognised by Dogs Australia (formerly the Australian National Kennel Council, or...

Your puppy will be due for a vet appointment 2-4 weeks after coming home with you, to have their second puppy vaccination. Here’s some...

Socialisation Your new puppy is currently in the ‘critical socialisation phase’ that occurs at 3-12 weeks old. At this age, the puppy is...

Initially feed what the breeder feeds When your puppy first comes home it is best to try to feed them exactly the same food they were...

Teething & Chewing Puppies, just like children, have a set of baby teeth first, which gradually fall out as they are replaced with...

Toilet training is always top of mind for new puppy owners, but often requires much more input from you than you might think! Your...