Puppy Talk

It's important to set realistic expectations for your puppy, to be patient with them, and to accept that they are going to learn everything overnight. 

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The best way to potty train your dog is to take advantage of the fact that they don't want to soil their bed. With crate training, you can use this instinct to teach your dog where it's okay to elimi…

Before you decide to take your dog out with you on a running session, there are a few ideas that you need to be familiar with.

1. Don't assume that your dog is built for running
2. Do talk to your pet's vet
3. D…

Naming a new puppy is fun--but while there's nothing wrong with choosing a name that's a little bit silly, you should also be practical and thoughtful. Your name should be one you'll use daily for a …

You must put in the work yourself to raise a puppy successfully. A dog trainer cannot fix all of the dog issues and strengthen your relationship with the dog. Dog trainers give advice and suggestions…

Over the past year, I have seen too many puppies lacking confidence and self-esteem. They are shy, withdrawn, and fearful of experiencing new adventures and situations.

Six ways to build confidence:

1. He…

Many people think dog training is stopping unwanted behaviors or fixing the dog. Dog training is actually teaching the dog what you want it to do.  Dog training should be focused on setting your pupp…

A therapy dog lends comfort and affection to people in a facility setting or specific individuals who require visitation to deal with a physical or emotional problem.

There are 4 steps to complete Th…

Conditioning your puppy for bad weather, such as heat, cold, rain, and snow, is essential. This helps build their confidence and allows them to realize that bad weather is part of their life. In this…

Here is a list of the top 6 dog training mistakes:

1. Chastisement upon return
2. Confusing rules
3. Rewards for bad behavior
4. Constantly offering food treats
5. Getting angry
6. Poor communication

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One way puppies can explore the world and learn about things is with their mouth. They pick up everything from the ground and bite stuff because they have no other way to explore and learn about phys…

3 Steps to Potty Train Your Puppy. More info in my book Potty Training Your Puppy.

1) Your puppy should always be supervised or confined while indoors. Supervise your puppy closely or have them in the…

There are two times when you need to use your puppy's name when training.  One is if there are multiple dogs present. The other is to get them to come to you.  Don't overuse the puppy's name, or ther…

Littermate syndrome is a term that describes unwanted behaviors among sibling dogs, including aggression and intense attachment. It is often used to describe behavioral issues that occur when two or …

Leash training your puppy is an essential part of obedience and discipline.  Leash training will get your puppy out of the house to learn socialization skills and how to behave in public. These are c…

Potty training a puppy is very simple is you follow the basic guidelines in this episode. 

1. Manage the puppy's space in the house
2. Reward the puppy immediately after they go potty outside
3. Be consistent; t…

Your puppy's age and breed can determine the amount of exercise your puppy needs. Some dogs will need more than others. This episode advises determining what your puppy needs for exercise and mental …

The place command is an essential tool in the training arsenal of any puppy owner, enabling them to establish control over their furry friend's movements both indoors and outdoors.  Follow the three …

Oftentimes, puppy owners are unaware of their puppies' need for mental stimulation. However, once they are educated on how to introduce it into everyday life and form a more structured schedule for t…

As a professional dog trainer, I have never been asked to help make a puppy more hyper, but almost every new puppy owner requests some training on how to make their puppy more calm. 

To achieve the go…