Ask A Puppy Trainer Show

Does your puppy take it upon themselves to take a nap? The idea is a lovely one: puppy feels tired, so they go to their crate or bed for a little snooze…💤The reality is: MOST puppies DON’T do this! So when will your puppy start? Will they EVER do it? How can you encourage nap time to avoid all the excessive nipping, barking and fussiness that comes from an overtired pup?!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, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly! Ep 181  Timestamps:*1:53 - At what age do puppies start self-regulating their naps?3:50 - Are fermented foods good for a puppy’s gut?6:11 - What to start training a 7-week-old mini doodle on besides potty training9:34 - How to stop a 1-year-old Golden Retriever from barking at dogs walking by13:06 - What to do if your puppy isn't food motivated, even after trying treats16:54 - What to do with a 6-month-old Staffie who is waking up earlier, stealing socks, not listening, and biting23:41 - Is getting a Golden Retriever puppy a good idea when you already have a 6-year-old Golden?25:27 - How to start crate training a new Cockapoo puppy28:42 - Advice for your puppies during the holidays For more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

We often talk about when NOT to pet your puppy. Ex. If they’re biting your hands, jumping up on you, if they’re being demanding or overexcited….But when SHOULD you be petting your puppy and are certain times better than others? 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, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly! Ep 180  Timestamps: *1:27 - When is the right time to show affection and cuddles without overstimulating a puppy?7:08 - How to stop a 5-month-old Cockapoo from eating her own poop 10:52 - Crate training tips for a 9-week-old puppy who cries when you walk away13:47 - Balanced vs positive training 16:04 - What to do when your puppy has something dangerous in their mouth17:12 - What is the end result with crate training?24:03 - Would a 6-7-month-old Golden Retriever benefit from our online puppy training program24:38 - Is it okay to keep a 14-month-old Golden Retriever on a leash indoors since he's calm in the crate but out of control when out?26:42 - How to address resource guarding effectively after not working on it initiallyFor more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

 As new puppy parents, we usually know there’s going to be some puppy nipping happening from time to time. But more often than not, the frequency and the intensity of it is waaaaay more than you could have ever imagined! So why is your puppy nipping you and WHY WON’T THEY STOP?!  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, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly! Ep 179  Timestamps: *1:13 - Why won’t a 3-month-old mini Doxie stop nipping?3:43 - How to stop a 20-week-old Golden Retriever from pulling on a slip lead when passing by distractions7:23 - How to manage aggression with a 2-year-old Pit Bull9:20 - How to teach a 13-week-old Lab to drop something he shouldn't have13:56 - How to calm an 8-week-old pup outside the crate despite plenty of play18:47 - Crate training tips for a 9-week-old French Bulldog puppy 20:11 - Where’s the best place to put the crate for a new Cavapoo puppy—the bedroom or living room?21:38 - How to stop a 1-year-old Yorkie from barking when someone comes to the door?28:16 - How to help a 5-month-old Swiss Mountain Dog with frequent potty issues despite crate training and a strict scheduleFor more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

Should your puppy always be doing something? Do they need to have a toy or chew or person available to entertain them so they don’t get into trouble? Does your puppy ever seem like they’re bored and you don’t know what to do about 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 episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when it’s ready, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly! Ep 178  Timestamps: 1:14 - How to calm a wiggly puppy in your arms (demo)3:35 - How do we involve a 12-year-old dog when adopting a new puppy?7:41 - How can to encourage your to 8-month-old Golden Retriever to eat in the morning11:47 - Should an 11-week-old puppy have access to water all day while potty training?*14:15 - What to do if your puppy seems bored in the playpen17:39 - How can to stop a 4-month-old Cockapoo Spaniel mix from pulling toward other dogs during walks 20:45 - How to stop an 8-month-old Goldendoodle from playing chase when he grabs something he shouldn't20:11 - How to prevent a 1-year-old dog from chewing on things like Christmas decorations25:00 - Is it okay to crate train a 5-month-old Beagle while your older dogs are free to roam?26:18 - What's the best way to teach a 4-month-old Aussie Labradoodle “Drop it" and “Leave it" to prevent resource guarding?30:24 - How many ounces of water should you give an 8-week-old puppy during his two daily feedingsFor more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶