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Puppy training 101: 10 tips to prepare your dog for success

Posted May 22, 2023

Cute corgi puppy wrapped in a blanket. Talk with your vet about starting your dog on medication to protect him from parasites including flea and tick prevention, as well as heartworm prevention.

Raising a puppy takes work and patience. Use DogsBestLife.com’s Puppy Training 101 guide to give your puppy the best possible start in life.

Filed Under: Dog Training, Puppies, Top Stories Tagged With: Crate training, Dog training tips, Neutering and spaying, Potty training, Socialization

How long does it take to train a puppy? Help dog master basic skills

Posted May 13, 2023

Raising a puppy can be challenging and it generally takes between 6 months to a year to fully train them, including potty training, crate training, basic commands and more.

It generally takes between 6 months to a year to fully train a puppy, including potty training, crate training, basic commands and more.

Filed Under: Dog Training, Puppies Tagged With: Crate training, Dog training tips, Dog walks, Potty training

11 must-know tips for crate training your dog

Posted February 15, 2023

Large dog explores a wire crate. Crate training your dog: Start by choosing the right type and crate size, and determine the right spot for the crate.

Crate training your dog: Start by choosing the right type and crate size, and determine the right spot for the crate.

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: Crate training, Dog training tips, Potty training

How to crate train a puppy: Use 7 easy steps to master crate training

Posted December 15, 2022

French bulldog peeks out of crate. Crate train a puppy to help keep your dog safe.

Use consistency and discipline to crate train a puppy. This helps your dog develop independence and creates a safe space.

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: Crate training, Dog safety, Dog training tips, Potty training

5 reasons to create a healthy daily routine for your dog

Posted November 27, 2022

Maltese puppy sits on a striped rug. Creating a daily routine for dogs makes it easier to take care of them, potty train, and reduce separation anxiety fears.

Creating a daily routine for dogs makes it easier to take care of them, potty train, and reduce separation anxiety fears.

Filed Under: Dog Training, Puppies Tagged With: Crate training, Dog food, Dog manners, Potty training

Dog behavior: Try 9 strategies to stop obsessive tail biting

Posted October 14, 2022

tail biting

Tail biting is most often found in dogs with a high prey drive, who don’t get enough exercise or spend too much time in their crates.

Filed Under: Dog Health, Dog Training Tagged With: Biting, Canine exercise, Crate training, Dog manners, Dog training tips

Try 10 strategies to help calm down your hyper puppy

Posted September 17, 2022

Bichon Poodle mix runs through yard. Having a hyper puppy can be exhausting, but there are ways to cope. Try seven tips that will help you manage your pup's energy levels.

Having a hyper puppy can be exhausting, but there are ways to cope. Try ten tips that will help you manage your pup’s energy levels.

Filed Under: Dog Training, Home Page, Puppies Tagged With: Canine exercise, Crate training, Dog manners, Dog sleep, Dog training tips, Potty training, Separation anxiety

How to crate train a dog with separation anxiety

Posted May 30, 2022

Happy blue heeler rests in his crate. Use our tips to crate train a dog with separation anxiety so you can feel confident your dog will be safe and calm when home alone.

Use our tips to crate train a dog with separation anxiety so you can feel confident your dog will be safe and calm when home alone.

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: Crate training, Separation anxiety

5 tips to pick the right crate for your dog

Posted October 5, 2021

Two Husky puppies snuggle in a metal crate.

When buying a dog crate, get one that will be comfortable for your dog. Get the right size, one that’s lightweight and easy to transport.

Filed Under: Dog Training Tagged With: Crate training

The first 5 things to teach your puppy

Posted April 16, 2021

Owners cuddle with beagle puppy. It's not too early to teach your puppy. You should start training once the puppy is home.

Teach your puppy: Start with his name, socialization, potty training, basic commands, and his safe spaces.

Filed Under: Dog Training, Puppies Tagged With: Crate training, Dog names, Dog training tips, Potty training, Socialization

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