Puppies are adorable, chaotic, and occasionally make you question your life choices… in the best way possible! In this episode, Lauren (and the ever-sassy Pepper) dive into the whirlwind world of raising a puppy — from sleepless nights to those “what’s in your mouth?!” moments.

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, Lauren shares her professional tips for surviving the puppy stage, including:

• How to set realistic expectations for behaviour and training
• Creating a safe environment (for the puppy and your furniture)
• Socialisation do’s and don’ts
• Preventing common health hiccups in those early months

🐶 Treat Talk with Pepper: Pepper tries a fish skin flat — hear the crunch, get the verdict, and find out why it’s a great natural chew option.

Whether you’re in the middle of puppy madness or just dreaming of one day adding a fluffy chaos machine to your home, this episode is packed with laughs, real-life stories, and practical advice to help you and your pup thrive.