We often encourage owners to have their puppy on leash inside the home (while monitored) to more easily be able to redirect your puppy, guide them when you need to, and keep them out of trouble.But, puppies LOVE to chew! And what if one...

When it comes to crating your puppy during the day — is there a “right” spot? Should they be in the living room with you? In your bedroom or another room? Should you cover them like you may do at nighttime to help them settle?Check out ...

It’s your puppy’s usual “poop time”, but they don’t go during their potty break. What should you do?! Give them extra time? Let them have their free time as normal? Put them back in their crate? Check out the timestamps to find wha...

It’s possibly one of the most disgusting parts of puppyhood, and actually a LOT more common than new puppy owners may think: many puppies eat their poop! 💩Ewww, we know — and then they try to lick your face right after 🤢 Ok so why do so...

Making sure you’re taking care of your puppy’s basic needs is of course top priority for new pup parents! So when it comes to water — what should you do? Leave a bowl down 24/7 to make sure they aren’t thirsty? Only give it to them at certain t...

Place is probably the most useful command we teach puppies — why?? It’s essentially teaching your puppy how to be “CALM ON COMMAND”. How do we do this? By teaching a pup to enjoy going on their Place cot, spending time there, how to rel...

Using food and wearing a treat pouch is essential (at least we think so!!) when you’ve got a brand new puppy at home. Why? Gives you leverage, lets you grab their focus when you need it, and turns every moment into a trainable one where you are...

Playpen vs Crate — do you need one if you already use the other? When and how do you use each effectively? Is one better than the other?There’s benefits to both playpen and crate — but, as always, it depends on your pup’s breed, age, si...

Puppies typically don’t want to soil where they sleep, which is one of the reasons using a crate for potty training is such a huge help! But, for those pups who don’t mind it so much, getting them NOT to do it can be a whole new challenge on it...

Of course you WANT your friends to meet your new puppy. But should you actually do it?? Yes?! Maybe? Maybe not? No?!?Well, it depends on a few factors including how your pup is, how your friends are, and HOW you do it.Check out ...

We want our puppies to be comfortable in their crate, especially when we need to leave the house. But what should you do if your pup whines non-stop in there the second they’re alone?Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood...

When our brand new puppies are crying, whining or may seem nervous, it can feel completely instinctual to want to comfort them with a snuggle, rubs and soothing voice.Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like...

Overnight and early morning potty breaks aren’t the most fun thing, but they are a very normal part of early puppyhood. Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at...

We never hide it — we are HUGE fans of using the crate with new puppies! There are so many positives to it - when it is introduced and used correctly. But if you have a puppy who doesn’t like it so much, we know how tough that can be! &...

Having your puppy on a solid schedule can make life easier and more predictable for the both of you in those early puppy months! But what happens when your puppy starts waking up earlier than normal? Do puppies go through sleep regression like ...

If you just welcomed a new puppy home and already have another dog at home, you’ve probably had visions of them playing and snuggling together and being BFFs. However….it doesn’t ALWAYS get off to a welcoming start.  Check out the ...

You’ve got a new puppy — now when should you introduce the leash to them? How should you do it? What does a walk with a brand new puppy look like? Do you even walk a brand new puppy? Check out the timestamps to find what other pupp...

One of the most common puppyhood issues that new puppy parents seem to be the most surprised by (and the least prepared for) — is all the BITING!And rightfully so — it HURTS!!! What is normal puppy biting? Is your puppy biting too much?...

The playpen can be a great tool to give your young pup a little more room to stretch and play while keeping them safe. But not all puppies like it!  Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers ...

Are you constantly repeating yourself to your puppy? Do you need to repeat the same command 10 (or 100 🤪) times before they do it? When you think your puppy “knows” their commands already and are just pretending to ignore you, it can ge...

 Puppies love to chew, bite, nip just about everything and anything! But what happens when they do this to their leash when you’re training to walk them and nothing seems to work to redirect them? Check out the timestamps to fi...

 Sometimes, especially with younger pups, there comes a time when you need to change their potty spot! Whether this is from potty pads to grass, from a spot in the backyard to a preferred spot in another area, or even a brand new home or v...

Do you have a puppy who’s super focused on the TV and even barks at images on it? Not all pups do this — but when they do….sure it can be cute at first…then it can quickly turn into an annoying habit that’s hard to turn their attention away fro...

When puppies are still young and tiny, it’s common to pick them up to hold them, cuddle them, move them, or keep them out of harm's way when needed. But what if your puppy is growling and snapping when you go to reach for them? Sho...

What’s the best way to introduce your new baby to your puppy? Is there a right or wrong way to do it? When is the best time to do it? Should you even do it?!?Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers o...