Puppies whining when you step away is very common — especially for brand new young pups! (And even more common in certain breeds.)So what do you do and what CAN you do if your pup is having trouble settling without you around? C...

Kids (usually) are so excited to meet grandma’s new pup! Until teeth get involved and the playful nips can turn into stressful (and even scary!) visits for the young kids.Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d ...

Waking up to a wet crate? 😩 It happens…and it’s not fun.The good news? With the right routine, those messy mornings don’t last forever. Your pup can learn to sleep soundly through the night (and so can you!). Check out...

Wondering if it’s time to let your pup sleep outside the crate? Pup parents are often eager to get to this phase! The truth: giving nighttime freedom too soon can backfire…but with the right foundation, it becomes a milestone you’ll

You’re getting a new puppy, which you know is going to be a lot of work. But you also have to GO to work! So how do you manage a new puppy in your life with work life?Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like...

We are huge fans of hand feeding puppies when they’re young to engage and work with them for their food. But, there comes a time when pups do need to eat from their own bowl as well. And sometimes certain pups aren’t big fans of that!Ch...

Food is a powerful motivator and reward and (in our opinion!) a vital part of the puppy training process! Sure, it can be a little annoying to always need to have their food on you ready to use, and NO this is not a forever thing…but for young ...

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?...