Why NOT To Redirect When Your Puppy Bites | Ep. 244

One of the parts of puppyhood new puppy parents seem to be the most unprepared for is: puppy biting. Ouch. And that’s because you usually don’t know what you’re in for (or just how bad your puppy might be) until you’re in the thick of things.

Sure redirecting your puppy to a toy can temporarily distract them…but it won’t be long until they’re at it again! So what can you do to actually get your puppy to STOP biting?

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Ep 244 Timestamps:
*0:54 - What’s the best way to teach a 12-week-old Golden not to bite without redirecting to toys
6:25 - How long should walks and training be for a 12-week-old Golden Retriever?
7:25 - When should a prong collar be introduced for a 9-month-old American Bully already using positive reinforcement?
9:23 - How to stop a 5-month-old Bernedoodle from getting overly excited and nippy after potty breaks?
11:18 - How to stop a puppy from pulling on the leash?
17:46 - How to stop a 1 1/2-half-year-old Yorkie from marking on curtains and furniture?
19:53 -  Is 6-months too young to introduce a training tool like prong collar to a German Shepherd?
22:21 - How to teach name recognition to a puppy that dislikes the leash?
24:09 - How to stop a 4.5-month-old Golden Retriever from barking for attention?
31:04 - Are there training certifications to find a qualified balanced trainer?

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