I've been to two providers as a newbie.  Both encounters have started with a BJ.  Is this standard practice, or can I request Doggie, or Cowgirl to begin.  I know it's my time and my money, but would I be outta line?

I think this is typical for most providers.  Most guys like it, it adds variety to the whole event, and it's a way to get you heated up without wearing out the kitty.  But I'm sure you can skip this if you'd like.  Just say something.

Request away, but they do like to make sure you are ready to go at peak effeciancy and maybe a little lubricated under the condom.  Leave it to the professionals boy they know what they are doing!!  

They don't come to your work and slap the dick out of your hand.

I think thats a joke but I may have screwed it up??

Wed probally love to reverse the action.

Otherwise the taste of leftover cum and condoms isnt too good.

( Of course, some girls may like that )

I like to go down first so that I can check things out, and make sure nothing looks out of place (ie; bumps, sores, etc.)

I seriously don't recommend DATY, although most like to perform it on the SP.  What your pecker can get, so can you get in your mouth.  If you want to be sure you stay disease and divorce free, (and alive) leave the DATY to others.  If you see sores.....well, I'll pass you heading for the door.