by Applause Your Paws | Feb 8, 2023 | Dog Training
‘ In this post I’m going to share with you why its beneficial to use a barrier (baby gate, play pen, etc) during the early stages of puppy obedience training, especially when you’re dealing with a puppy that gets over excited or too aroused as soon...
by Applause Your Paws | Jan 20, 2023 | Dog Training, Life with Dogs
You did all the research before bringing your new puppy home, and now the puppy is here, and you feel overwhelmed. You’re not the only one! Many first-time or even experienced owners can feel like caring for a new puppy is exhausting. Puppies are a lot of work,...
by Applause Your Paws | Nov 16, 2022 | Dog Training
If you have a new puppy resting at your feet, you have a very special opportunity. You can work toward preventing common dog behavioral problems before they even start. Believe me, it is much easier to prevent dog problems than to try to fix them. Puppies are like...
by Applause Your Paws | Oct 11, 2022 | Dog Training
Your friends and veterinarian have probably told you the importance of puppy socialization. The reason dog experts promote early socialization is because a lack of good experiences in a puppy’s early development can lead to big problems such as aggression toward...
by Applause Your Paws | Sep 19, 2022 | Dog Training
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the dog training behaviors you want to teach your new dog? There are so many, how do you choose? Here are three of our favorite dog training behaviors that are great to start with to teach a dog manners. Watch Me or Look: Your...
by Applause Your Paws | Aug 22, 2022 | Dog Training
Different types of walks and why they are important for development in your puppy/dog Types of Walks: Exercise Walks Mental Stimulation Walks aka Sniffaris One of the most common questions I am asked, as a dog trainer is “should I let my dog sniff on walks?” The...
