Consider transport options to plan a safe trip for your puppy
Now that you’re familiar with the basic transport options, you can choose the best method for traveling with a puppy.
Puppies
Puppies! What could be cuter than a roly-poly bundle of fluff who wants to be loved?
When you bring a puppy home, you start with a blank slate.
You are responsible for turning that cute ball of fluff into a well-mannered dog.
Use DogsBestLife.com’s Puppy 101 guide, to get your puppy started on the right paw.
Puppy-proof your home: Puppies are notoriously curious, adventurous and sometimes downright mischievous, so it’s crucial to prepare. Puppy-proof your house to make it safe for your puppy.
Start puppy socialization immediately: Puppy socialization helps dogs learn to respond positively to problems and challenges by demonstrating appropriate behavior.
Understand your puppy’s growth timeline: By knowing what to expect at different ages and stages, you can be prepared as the owner to plan for training and socialization activities.
Puppy potty training: Start puppy potty training techniques early. Old thinking suggested owners wait until the dog was 12 weeks old. New thinking recommends starting sooner.
Stop puppy biting: Work with your dog and use four simple tips to eliminate puppy biting: discipline, distraction, firm commands, and no rough play.
Train your puppy to walk on a leash: Keep puppy walks short and fun. Be patient. Take the time and make an effort now, and you will never dread walking your dog.
Stop puppy jumping: Break your puppy’s jumping habit with the sit-stay command. Use positive reinforcement training to get good canine behavior.
Aggressive puppy warnings: Never excuse or ignore the behavior of an aggressive puppy! Without help, there is little doubt an aggressive puppy will become a dangerous dog!
Dog training for a relaxed everyday life with your four-legged friend
Use these training tips for success: Feed health treats as rewards, start training early and always be consistent to prevent bad behavior.
Everything you should know about French bulldog puppies
The French bulldog puppy is perfect if you’re looking for a small, playful, and cuddly pet. They’re ideal for city dwellers with little space.
Puppy bites: They aren’t as cute as you think
All dog owners need to work to stop puppy bites so they aren’t aggressive when they get older. Use these tips to train puppies not to bite.
3 ways to prepare your kids before bringing home a puppy
Prepare your kids by teaching them what to expect and what changes must happen before you bring the new puppy home.
How to avoid new puppy health scares: Dos and don’ts
Use our list of dos and don’ts to protect your puppy from health scares to ensure your dog lives a long, healthy life.
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Is now the right time to add a dog or puppy to your family?
Right time to add a dog: Are you prepared to care for a pet? If you are not ready to make that commitment, you are not ready for a pet.
Big or small dog? Which is the right choice for you?
Consider your home, time, energy and finances when you decide whether to adopt a big or small dog. Big dogs eat more, need more exercise.
When do dogs stop growing? How big will your dog get?
Wondering how big your dog will get? Start by analyzing its paws. If its paws appear too big for its body at 16 weeks, it will grow bigger.
5 tips for creating a healthy meal plan for your dog
When creating a healthy meal plan for your dog, consider the nutrients your dog needs based on its age and activity level.
