Working out when to start potty training a puppy can feel like a lot of pressure. But actually potty training begins the moment you bring your new dog home. Whether you want it to or not! But any age of puppy, or dog, can be successfully potty trained. When to Start Potty Training a Puppy …
What To Do When Your Puppy Pees In The House
Working out what to do when your puppy pees in the house is an important part of potty training them. And in fact, it’s a lot simpler than you might think. Puppies thrive under routine and supervision, and that’s the best way to help prevent accidents and move quickly into having a clear home. But …
How Do You Potty Train A 4 Month Old Puppy
How do you potty train a 4 month old puppy with bad habits and a stubborn streak a mile long? The exact same way as you’d potty train any other new puppy! It’s time to ignore the past, and get stuck into the present. Taking on an Older Puppy Most puppies arrive home at between …
Why Does My Puppy Hate Walks
Why does my puppy hate walks? I thought they would love them! Dogs and walks go hand in hand, right? It’s the classic image of owner and pup. Posing in a field or a hilltop. Having a generally brilliant time. So a lot of new puppy owners are surprised and disappointed when their puppy very …
What To Do When Your Puppy Hates Leash Walking
Having a puppy that hates leash walking can be really stressful. The leash is an essential part of most new puppy owner’s toolkit. It enables them to safely go out and about with their dog. And even to help provide a backup for less predictable training situations. So when your dog is getting distressed at …
What To Do When Your Puppy Hates Crate Training
If your puppy hates crate time, then the likelihood is that you went too fast with your crate training, or are using the crate for too long. But don’t worry, you can work together to resolve this issue. And still end up with a puppy that will settle down happily in their snuggly den. In …
My Dog Pees When Excited
If your dog pees when excited it can be very frustrating, and embarrassing too. Especially if the cause of their excitement is guests to your home or visiting family members. No one wants to be dancing around puddles every time they welcome someone indoors. But this issue is normally short lived, and there are things …
How To Stop My Cockapoo Puppy From Biting
Learning how to stop my Cockapoo puppy from biting was a game changer! As a new puppy owner, you’d heard that puppies bite. But the reality of those bites can seriously sting. And not just because those tiny teeth pack a punch. From those surprise early morning accostings to the vendetta against your toes, the …
My German Shepherd Won’t Stop Barking
My German Shepherd won’t stop barking, and it’s driving me crazy! Sound familiar? You aren’t alone! German Shepherds were bred to be watchdogs, and they excel at it. But when you bring one into a family home, you also need peace and quiet. And not to have the entire neighborhood baying at your door! Luckily, …
What Is A Dog Run Used For?
You might have seen one on a neighbor’s house, or been recommended one by a friend, and now it’s left you wondering – what is a dog run used for? An outdoor dog run can have several functions, from being a safe place to pee, to an al fresco napping spot, or even a secure …