Welcome to Your Stokeshire Puppy Portal!

Hi Dominick,

Congratulations on officially welcoming Gustavo (“Gus”), your handsome Saffron Blue Merle Tri Male Standard Australian Mountain Doodle, into your family! 🎉 We’re so excited for you to experience the joy and companionship he’ll bring.

📋 Order & Training Details

✅ Puppy: Saffron Blue Merle Tri Male Standard Australian Mountain Doodle
✅ New Name: Gustavo (Gus)
✅ Training: 4 weeks of Doodle School with Katie/Rivalee

• Starts: July 12, 2025

• Ends: August 9, 2025

• Transport Memo – Gus

  Due to Gus’s current size and weight, he cannot safely fly in-cabin under airline pet policies. As a result, ground transport has been arranged in place of a flight nanny service.

  Gus will be driven directly to the client's home in Lindenhurst, NY by a Stokeshire Nanny, ensuring his safety, comfort, and well-being during the journey.
  🐾 Stokeshire Ground Transport Details – Gus

  Delivery Method: Ground Transport with Stokeshire Nanny
  Client Name: Dominick Abrunzo
  Puppy Name: Gus
  Delivery Address:
  863 South Broadway
  Lindenhurst, NY 11757
  United States

  Scheduled Delivery Date: August 9, 2025
  Estimated Arrival Time: 1:00 PM EST (subject to travel conditions)

  🚐 Transport Summary

  • One-Way Distance: 1,156 miles

  • Total Billed Round-Trip: 2,320 miles

  • Standard Rate: $1.00 per round-trip mile

  • Original Transport Cost: $2,320.00

  • Discount Applied: 25% Off (–$580.00)

  • Discounted Total: $1,740.00

  • Payment Received: $500.00

  • Remaining Balance Due: $1,240.00
    

  ✅ What Happens Next

  1. Invoice Sent for the remaining $1,240.00 — due within 48 hours.

  2. Your driver will contact you prior to delivery with an exact ETA.

  3. Please be available at the above address at or before the scheduled delivery window.

  4. Make sure to have a small leash or slip lead ready for handoff, along with any final questions.

  We’re excited for Gus to meet his forever family! Thank you for trusting Stokeshire.

🐶 Next Steps for You

✅ Insurance: Please activate your Trupanion insurance policy using the code BR1SD121520 no later than 24 hours before training begins (by July 5, 2025).
👉 trupanion.com/enrollments/certificate

✅ Veterinary Exam: Be sure to schedule a licensed vet exam within 7 days of receiving Gus to uphold our health guarantee.

✅ Pickup/Delivery Balance: Your final balance and any transportation fees must be paid before Gus heads home.

✅ Stay Connected: You’ll receive updates via email and phone as Gus progresses through training.

Commitment & Care

By moving forward, you’ve agreed to:

• Spay/neuter by 12 months unless otherwise arranged.

• Provide excellent care, nutrition, vet visits, exercise, and socialization.

• Never sell or transfer Gus to a broker or pet store.

• Notify us if you ever cannot keep him — we’re always here to help with rehoming.

We’re thrilled to guide you through this exciting journey. If you have any questions about training updates, flight nanny coordination, or your remaining balance, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Thank you for trusting us — we can’t wait for you to meet Gus and start making memories together!

🐾 Gus – Training Tips & Graduation Summary

Stokeshire Designer Doodles – Doodle School Graduate

Overview

Gus is a sweet, funny, and highly food-motivated puppy who has successfully completed his foundational Doodle School training. He’s eager to please, quick to connect with people, and always ready to work for a reward. His playful spirit and sense of humor make him a joy to be around.

While Gus has made great progress—especially in socialization and cue work—consistent, structured practice at home will help him continue to grow in crate training, stair confidence, and leash manners.

Crate Training

Current Skills & Observations

• Enters crate willingly most of the time, especially when food or a chew is involved.

• Can remain in crate 2–3 hours during the day without an accident if fully eliminated beforehand.

• Occasionally protests for several minutes before settling (normal at his stage).

• Sleeps through the night with a final potty break before bedtime.

Best Practices at Home

• Cue & Reward: Use “kennel” and reward immediately with kibble or a stuffed Kong.

• Short, Positive Sessions: Include practice crate times during the day, not just naps/overnight.

• Location: Quiet, low-stimulation area; cover crate if needed to reduce distractions.

• Chews & Enrichment: Provide crate-only toys or chews; rotate regularly.

• Never Punish: Crate should always feel safe and positive.

Goal: Build Gus’s ability to settle quickly and remain calm for longer daytime stretches.

Sample Daily Rhythm

Morning

• 7:00 AM: Potty immediately upon waking.

• 7:15 AM: Breakfast in crate (½ cup Diamond Naturals Salmon & Potato).

• 7:30–7:45 AM: Post-meal potty break.

• 8:00–9:00 AM: Supervised free time.

Mid-Morning

• 9:00 AM: 10–15 min training session (cues, leash work, enrichment).

• 9:15–11:15 AM: Crate nap.

• 11:15–12:00 PM: Yard play, light socialization, or leash walk.

Afternoon

• 12:00 PM: Potty break.

• 12:15–2:15 PM: Crate rest.

• 2:15–3:30 PM: Play session or puzzle toy.

Evening

• 4:00 PM: Dinner in crate (½ cup).

• 4:15 PM: Potty break.

• 4:30–6:30 PM: Supervised free time, leash training, or short car ride.

• 6:30–8:30 PM: Crate rest alternating with play.

Night

• 9:30 PM: Final potty break.

• 10:00 PM: Bedtime in crate.

Potty Training

Success Strategies

• Take out immediately after waking, 10–20 min after meals, and after play.

• Keep a designated potty spot for scent association.

• Cue “Go potty” and praise warmly within 3 seconds of finishing.

• Supervise closely indoors; tether or crate when not directly watching.

• Remove water 4–5 hours before bedtime.

Goal: Maintain schedule and supervision until fully reliable.

Leash Manners

• Food-motivated and responds well to rewards for loose-leash walking.

• Use short, engaging sessions to maintain focus.

• Change pace/direction if he begins to pull.

Obedience & Cues

Focus Areas

• Build duration on Sit and Down.

• Strengthen recall in low-distraction areas.

• Practice polite greetings with all four paws on the floor.

Socialization

• Friendly, playful, and enjoys interacting with people and other dogs.

• Continue the “100 New Experiences in 100 Days” approach — pair new sights, sounds, and textures with calm praise.

Enrichment & Energy

Daily Essentials

• Mental: Puzzle toys, training games, scent work.

• Physical: Regular walks, yard play, short drills.

• Calm Time: Snuggles and crate/mat rest after activity.

Graduation Message

Gus has been a joy to work with. His playful nature, sense of humor, and love of food make him a delight to train. With patience, structure, and daily practice, he’ll continue to grow into a confident, well-mannered family member.

We highly recommend ongoing professional training to build on his skills, strengthen your bond, and ensure a lifetime of good habits. Dogs like Gus thrive when their people are active, engaged partners in the learning process.