Ask A Puppy Trainer Show

It’s a thing: there’s a lot of small breed pups who like to bark and even growl at dogs bigger than them. But why is this?! Are they trying to look tough? Appear bigger than they are? Try to give a warning? Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be vi...

Is your puppy always biting at your hands and gnawing on your fingers? It’s definitely one of their favorite (but also painful!) things to do. Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when i...

Potty training is tough enough — but throw in some bitter cold temperatures and snow, and it’s a whole other challenging level added! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when it’s ready...

Crate training is an important part of everyday life for young puppies — but when do you know your pup is ready for more time OUT of the crate?! We know YOU’RE probably ready for it — but that may not mean your puppy is quite yet! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live!...

One of the most painful (literally!) parts of puppyhood is dealing with puppy biting! Those puppy teeth are SHARP. Pups don’t know their strength yet, and they can get super mouthy with everything and anything! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can b...

What’s the best time to start training your puppy? YESTERDAY!! The next best time? RIGHT NOW!! Yes this includes even if you juuust brought home your sweet little 8-week-old puppy who’s sleeping 90% of the day! Now the training sessions are going to look a lot different for a brand new baby puppy vs a 6-month-old — and breed can change things up too! Check out the timestamps to find what other pup...

Confidence and independence help puppies grow into pups who can be in the crate without barking, away from you without crying, and being trusted when you’re out of the house! But, of course, there are steps to help get you there! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live!...

 If you know us, you know we’re big fans of using a crate for puppies! When used correctly, there are so many wonderful benefits for both you AND your pup. But how much time OUT of the crate should your puppy be getting? There’s lots of factors to consider like: your pup’s age, breed, temperament, potty training status and overall behavior.  Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood he...

Puppies whining when you step away is very common — especially for brand new young pups! (And even more common in certain breeds.) So what do you do and what CAN you do if your pup is having trouble settling without you around? Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Fu...

Kids (usually) are so excited to meet grandma’s new pup! Until teeth get involved and the playful nips can turn into stressful (and even scary!) visits for the young kids. Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every M...

Waking up to a wet crate? 😩 It happens…and it’s not fun. The good news? With the right routine, those messy mornings don’t last forever. Your pup can learn to sleep soundly through the night (and so can you!). Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can b...

Wondering if it’s time to let your pup sleep outside the crate? Pup parents are often eager to get to this phase! The truth: giving nighttime freedom too soon can backfire…but with the right foundation, it becomes a milestone you’ll both enjoy. Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your q...

You’re getting a new puppy, which you know is going to be a lot of work. But you also have to GO to work! So how do you manage a new puppy in your life with work life? Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monda...

We are huge fans of hand feeding puppies when they’re young to engage and work with them for their food. But, there comes a time when pups do need to eat from their own bowl as well. And sometimes certain pups aren’t big fans of that! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions l...

Food is a powerful motivator and reward and (in our opinion!) a vital part of the puppy training process! Sure, it can be a little annoying to always need to have their food on you ready to use, and NO this is not a forever thing…but for young puppies food can make your life SO much easier, help train your puppy good manners faster AND nourish a strong bond between you. Check out the timestamps to...

We often encourage owners to have their puppy on leash inside the home (while monitored) to more easily be able to redirect your puppy, guide them when you need to, and keep them out of trouble. But, puppies LOVE to chew! And what if one of their favorite things to chew on is the leash?! (Cause it often is!!) We got you! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers...

When it comes to crating your puppy during the day — is there a “right” spot? Should they be in the living room with you? In your bedroom or another room? Should you cover them like you may do at nighttime to help them settle? Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Ful...

It’s your puppy’s usual “poop time”, but they don’t go during their potty break. What should you do?! Give them extra time? Let them have their free time as normal? Put them back in their crate?  Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our...

It’s possibly one of the most disgusting parts of puppyhood, and actually a LOT more common than new puppy owners may think: many puppies eat their poop! 💩 Ewww, we know — and then they try to lick your face right after 🤢 Ok so why do some puppies do this and maybe more importantly: how do you make it stop asap?! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on an...

Making sure you’re taking care of your puppy’s basic needs is of course top priority for new pup parents! So when it comes to water — what should you do? Leave a bowl down 24/7 to make sure they aren’t thirsty? Only give it to them at certain times? And how MUCH water should you give them? Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday...

Place is probably the most useful command we teach puppies — why?? It’s essentially teaching your puppy how to be “CALM ON COMMAND”. How do we do this? By teaching a pup to enjoy going on their Place cot, spending time there, how to relax on it, and how to stay there until we release them. Yes this takes some time to build upon but it is SOOO worth it and can be (not to sound dramatic) - LIFE CHAN...

Using food and wearing a treat pouch is essential (at least we think so!!) when you’ve got a brand new puppy at home. Why? Gives you leverage, lets you grab their focus when you need it, and turns every moment into a trainable one where you are able to start establishing good habits from day 1! But what do you do if you’ve got a puppy who’s trying to nose-dive for the treat pouch when you’re tryin...

Playpen vs Crate — do you need one if you already use the other? When and how do you use each effectively? Is one better than the other? There’s benefits to both playpen and crate — but, as always, it depends on your pup’s breed, age, size, temperament AND your lifestyle! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Insta...

Puppies typically don’t want to soil where they sleep, which is one of the reasons using a crate for potty training is such a huge help! But, for those pups who don’t mind it so much, getting them NOT to do it can be a whole new challenge on its own. Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask...

Of course you WANT your friends to meet your new puppy. But should you actually do it?? Yes?! Maybe? Maybe not? No?!? Well, it depends on a few factors including how your pup is, how your friends are, and HOW you do it. Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episo...