Your New Puppy

Choosing a puppy that’s right for your family can be tough. You may be concerned about breeds with different temperaments or how certain dogs behave in different situations. It’s always a good idea to research the typical behaviors of certain breeds; if you can, observe how the parents and older siblings of prospective puppies interact socially and by themselves. This will usually give you good insight into your pup’s developing personality. It’s normal for puppies to be overly playful, to snap at your ankles, or rip through the garbage bag; they’re just growing into their personalities and testing their boundaries. However, if it seems like a nip at the ankles may sink a little too deep or that they are starting to make a habit of destructive behaviors, it may be time to look into puppy training.
 

 Puppies are in their critical stages of development and all too often owners get frustrated and lose their patience with bad behaviors. Ignoring or going about the problem too aggressively can worsen the behavior. This results in bad puppies growing up into terrible dogs. As owners grow more and more frustrated, they resort to surrendering their dogs to the pounds and humane societies, where they face euthanasia. That’s why it is so important for your little ones to learn good manners at a young age.

It’s important for puppies to learn how to be well socialized both with the home and out in public and now is the critical period for them to learn to be good citizens. Never resort to aggressive or harsh punishments because this can ruin the bond between you and your pup. Never slap or tap their noses, force their mouths shut, or grab them by the scruff of their necks. Not only does it hurt them, but it could actually worsen their behavior.
Instead, use positive reinforcement techniques to make for a happy puppy and a happy home. A great way to learn these techniques as well as help your dog socialize with other puppies is through Puppy Kindergarten classes. Here, we’ll help your pup grow into his spunky personality without the damaging effects to you home, family, and bond between you and your furry companion.

Your New Puppy

Choosing a puppy that’s right for your family can be tough. You may be concerned about breeds with different temperaments or how certain dogs behave in different situations. It’s always a good idea to research the typical behaviors of certain breeds; if you can, observe how the parents and older siblings of prospective puppies interact socially and by themselves. This will usually give you good insight into your pup’s developing personality. It’s normal for puppies to be overly playful, to snap at your ankles, or rip through the garbage bag; they’re just growing into their personalities and testing their boundaries. However, if it seems like a nip at the ankles may sink a little too deep or that they are starting to make a habit of destructive behaviors, it may be time to look into puppy training.
 

 Puppies are in their critical stages of development and all too often owners get frustrated and lose their patience with bad behaviors. Ignoring or going about the problem too aggressively can worsen the behavior. This results in bad puppies growing up into terrible dogs. As owners grow more and more frustrated, they resort to surrendering their dogs to the pounds and humane societies, where they face euthanasia. That’s why it is so important for your little ones to learn good manners at a young age.

It’s important for puppies to learn how to be well socialized both with the home and out in public and now is the critical period for them to learn to be good citizens. Never resort to aggressive or harsh punishments because this can ruin the bond between you and your pup. Never slap or tap their noses, force their mouths shut, or grab them by the scruff of their necks. Not only does it hurt them, but it could actually worsen their behavior.
Instead, use positive reinforcement techniques to make for a happy puppy and a happy home. A great way to learn these techniques as well as help your dog socialize with other puppies is through Puppy Kindergarten classes. Here, we’ll help your pup grow into his spunky personality without the damaging effects to you home, family, and bond between you and your furry companion.