Do you play with your puppy often enough? Your puppy probably says that there’s never enough play. In our busy schedules, is it hard to find time to play with your puppy? Do you only play one or two games with him? The last time you played, was it gentle play or running or too […]
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Introducing Puppy to His New “Pack”
Here are some suggestions for giving your puppy much needed opportunities to grow during the socialization period that ends around 14-16 weeks: 1. Gently handle your puppy daily 2. Help puppy safely meet lots of different people & animals, situations, and go to different places. 3. Encourage your puppy to explore, investigate, and manipulate her […]
Real Life Rewards Replace Dog Treats
Treats are GREAT! Yet one of the goals of puppy and dog training is to eventually wean off of treats and move towards Real Life Rewards. But how do you reward behaviors without treats? Give your dog a reason to sit, or wait, or stay. How do we do that? The way we do that is […]
What to Do Before You Walk – Best Dog Walks EVER — Part 2
What do you gotta do BEFORE you walk your dog? You put on your shoes, leash up, and head out the door, right? In Part 1 of this Best Dog Walks EVER series, I mentioned, among other things, the need for a good harness, mentally preparing for what you might encounter on your walk, and having plenty […]
Preparing Puppy for the Best Dog Walks EVER – Part 1
Going for a walk with your dog should be as simple as putting on the leash, heading out the door and easy breezy taking a joyful walk in harmony, together. Right? Or… are you being pulled down the sidewalk with your shoulder getting dislocated, being pulled from tree to tree, yelling at Fido to stop […]
What’s your Dog’s Vocabulary?
He can’t learn much he’s just a dog! Or… he’s too old to learn! Have you heard anyone say that? Has that thought ever crossed your mind? I mean really, how much can you expect from your four-legged friend? Accccctuallly, their capacity for learning is endless. If your dog has learned her own name, then how […]
What’s Your Puppy Schedule?
Puppies are happiest when they have a schedule that alternates Busy Time with Quiet Time. Being a fur baby parent can be demanding, but don’t forget to have fun! And remember, as their mama or papa, your life will be easier if you can get them on a Puppy Schedule that works for you. Once […]
How Do I Keep My Dog from Fence Fighting?
In a recent webinar episode called Stump the Trainer, I was asked some great questions. One theme came up a number of times…fence fighting. If you weren’t able to attend in person, check out these highlights: How do I keep my teenage puppy from bolting out the back door and fence fighting with the dog […]
Do You Have a Dog or Puppy Training Plan?
We all know what puppies are like — they are so adorably cute you can’t wait to bring them home! And then they bark, they chew, they bark, they piddle, they bite their leash, and they bark. They don’t come to us knowing the rules! They need our patient training to learn how to fit in with […]
Solving Puppy Biting and Chewing WITHOUT Punishment
I can always spot a new puppy owner by the red teeth marks on their hands and arms. Puppy teeth are so sharp! That’s how they explore their new world. They will be biting, chewing machines at least until they’re 16 weeks old. Puppies, like toddlers, rely on their owners to provide Prevention and Safe […]