Puppy training basics
At what age can I start training my new puppy? You will be training your puppy from the moment you bring it home and start to house train. Puppies start learning from birth. Good breeders encourage handling and socialization from birth. Some training can begin as soon as the puppy can open its eyes and walk. Young puppies have short attention
Feeding your puppy
There are lots of choices of dog foods. What should I feed my puppy? Diet is extremely important during the growing months of a dog's life. We recommend a premium-brand dog food made for puppies. This should be fed until your puppy is about 12-18 months of age, depending on its breed and size. Large breed puppies should be fed a
Puppy biting
Why is my puppy nipping and biting family members? Although often thought to be a teething behavior, nipping, mouthing and biting in young dogs is generally a form of social play. Teething is more likely to involve gnawing or chewing on household objects. The first thing you must do is to provide a regular daily routine that includes ample opportunity for
House training guide for puppies
How long will it take to housetrain my puppy? All it requires are a few basic rules to house-train puppies within a short amount of time, sometimes only a few days to a few weeks. This does not mean that the puppy will be able to be trusted to wander throughout the home without eliminating. What the puppy should quickly learn is
Puppy handling and exercises
What are handling exercises and why might they be useful? Exercises that use gentle and positive handling can help to increase the enjoyment and decrease any fear associated with handling and restraint. In addition, they provide a means for achieving a relaxed state, which might then be used if the dog begins to get excited or aroused. Verbal exercises can and
