May 15How to Choose the Right PuppyChoosing the right puppy can make all the difference. There’s a lot to consider before you bring home your new companion. A puppy will become part of your life for up to 15 years, so it’s important to choose a breed that will naturally fit with: Your lifestyle Your home …Dog Owners3 min read
May 14New Puppy Essentials List: Everything You Need to KnowHow to prepare for your new puppy. Bringing a puppy home is an exciting experience that will lead to a lifelong companionship with your furry bundle of joy! However, you may be a little concerned as you try to figure out how exactly you’ll become a good puppy parent. Fear…Dog Owners7 min read
May 8Puppy Milestones Month by MonthLearn about your puppy’s development from birth to adulthood. 1 MONTH Milk teeth are coming in Weaning can begin 1 ½ MONTHS Nipping, play fighting, chewing About 70% of adult brain mass is present 2 MONTHS Typical adoption time Begin housetraining and integration with household (including children and other pets) Begin talking with your veterinarian about vaccinations…Puppy Growth1 min read
May 5Why Puppy School is Important For Young PuppiesGive your puppy the best possible start to life. Your dream puppy has arrived, filling your home with laughter, cuddles and several puppy toys. What's next? Puppy school is the perfect place to begin the safe socialization of your puppy, while also giving you access to education on how to…Puppy Training5 min read
May 4How to Teach Your Puppy to Stop BitingBite-inhibition training should begin as soon as possible. A puppy’s mouth houses about 28 tiny razors that love to nip at your fingers and toes. While they don’t mean to harm you with their “play biting,” they are too young to understand control, sometimes resulting in painful surprises. Puppy teething…Puppy Training Tips6 min read
May 1A Complete Guide to First-Year Puppy VaccinationsProtect your puppy from common diseases. When you bring that soft, sweet-smelling little ball of puppy fuzz into your home, you know right away that they will depend on you for, well, everything. It can be a little intimidating — they need the best puppy food, plenty of attention, gentle…Puppy Health4 min read
Apr 25How to Handle Puppy EmergenciesLearn how to handle some common puppy emergencies. Recognizing an emergency and knowing how to react is part of being a responsible puppy owner. I have reviewed some common emergency situations below, and how you should handle them: 1) MEDICATION INGESTION Your puppy swallowed an over-the-counter painkiller that was left on the table…Puppy Health2 min read
Apr 23How to Crate Train Your New PuppyA crate can be an extremely effective tool for training a puppy. When used correctly, a crate can be a safe haven for puppies — they have their own private den to retreat to whenever they are feeling overwhelmed. In This Article What Are the Benefits of Crate Training A…Crate Training8 min read
Apr 22A Guide to Leash Training Your PuppyTrain your puppy to calmly walk on a leash. Teaching a puppy to walk on a leash can begin as soon as they’re eight weeks old. Some puppies master leash training quickly, others take a little longer to grasp the concept. …Leash Training9 min read
Apr 19How to Toilet Train Your New PuppyFollow my potty training guidelines to give your puppy the best possible start. Toilet training a puppy requires patience, commitment, and consistency — as well as the knowledge that a few potty accidents may occur along the way. In This Article When Should You Begin Toilet Training Your Puppy? How…Toilet Training9 min read
