House Behavior
Chews are quite necessary when raising a puppy, so they can relieve their urge to chew while they are young and curious, and also as their adult teeth come in! It is always a good idea to have a plethora of edible and inedible chews on hand. This comprehensive list has been developed (and continues …
Goal Behavior: The puppy willingly enters the crate on cue and settles calmly. When the door is opened, the puppy waits until invited to exit the crate. Duration will be achieved in increments; the goal is for the puppy to be relaxed and quiet in a crate, with or without people present, for several hours …
Toys that contain food can be a useful tool in helping puppies learn to settle. They also give higher-energy puppies something to do when the family cannot give them sufficient stimulation in other ways. Only the toys listed below may be used with food. There are many food-dispensing toys on the market but most are …
Going to a new home is often a big event! Some puppies do not skip a beat in their homes and are overcome with excitement and joy. Other puppies can be uncomfortable, disoriented, or stressed in a new home. Below we have outlined the procedures we believe to be best when helping an unsure puppy …
