Training

New Puppy, New Training Routine | Puppy Training Tips from Puppies.com

Learn why establishing a puppy training routine early matters. Tips for potty training, obedience, and building positive habits from day one.

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Clicker Training 101: How to Teach Your Dog with Positive Reinforcement

Training your dog is essential to building a strong bond and encouraging positive behaviors. If youve heard about clicker training but think its only for puppies, think again! Clicker training is a fun and effective method for dogs of all ages—even your well-behaved adult dog can benefit. In this guide, we’ll explore how clicker training [ ]

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Paws in Public: How to Be a Considerate Dog Owner When Shopping

We love to spend quality time with our dogs, but we also want to ensure we abide by the proper etiquette not to give dog owners a bad rap! When visiting public spaces or pet-friendly stores, Puppies.com offers the following etiquette tips to help ensure you and your dog have an enjoyable time out in [ ]

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Unlocking Freedom: Safely Leaving Your Potty-Trained Puppy Home Alone

Our previous blog addressed Mastering Puppy Independence: Can I Leave a New Puppy Home Alone?. A young puppy is still developing, and its bladder cannot hold it for long periods. For example: A 2-month-old puppy might be able to hold their bladder for about 3 hours. A 3-month-old puppy might be able to hold their [ ]

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Mastering Puppy Independence: Can I Leave My Puppy Home Alone?

Two common questions many new puppy parents ask: Should I leave my puppy alone? and How long can I safely leave my puppy alone when I work away from home? Raising a puppy while working away from home or attending school is less than ideal, but you can do it with some modifications. Puppies have [ ]

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