Potty Training Basics for Puppies: Simple Steps That Work
Potty training basics is one of the first things every dog owner should learn. Many customers tell us at Doggie Steps that their new puppy has been perfect—no accidents, chewing, digging, or jumping. We call this the “honeymoon period.” This is normal as your puppy settles in, but soon enough, most puppies will start showing […]
Puppy Training With Children
Does puppy training with young children work? Can a young child command a dog to sit? YES! Just as the puppy will learn command routines and conditioning from an adult, they also can learn from a child. In my 8 year dog training career, I have always taught that successful dog training is a family […]
5 Puppy Training Games You Should Play With Your Puppy
Provided by: TAILS MAGAZINE They say a tired dog is a good dog, and at no time is this more true than when you’re dealing with a puppy––a little furball of energy who requires constant care and new puppy training attention or will likely be chewing up a shoe (or two) as soon as you […]
Bringing Home a New Puppy
Author: Bernadette Emery Co-Author: Mark Siebel Are you planning on bringing home a new puppy? After doing your research, finding a dog breed and a puppy that is right for you, there will still be several things that a dog owner should do to get ready to have and care for a new puppy. It […]
Puppy Feeding Tips
How should you feed a puppy? Cute, cuddly and hungry! When your new puppy is ready for solid food, it is essential that they follow a complete and balanced diet. This will help supply them with sufficient amounts of nutrients and provide energy in order to promote optimal growth and development. While your puppy may […]
What Dog is Right For Me?
Bringing home a new dog is a major commitment. The #1 challenge I see with my dog training customers, is the breed and temperament of the dog not fitting the lifestyle of the owner. Lifestyle is VERY important when choosing a dog. How often are you home? Are you physically active? Do you have a […]
To Crate? Or Not To Crate?
If I’ve said it once, I’ll say it a million times: “Don’t think like a human when you should be thinking like a dog!” I often have customers who think like a humans, when they really need to be considering how wolves would be raised in a wild pack situation. Domesticated dog behaviors are derived […]