Dogs bring joy, laughter and a deep sense of connection, like no other. If you\u2019re lucky enough to start your journey with your dog from puppyhood, it can be a life-changing experience. As dogs go through stages of growth \u2014 from puppy to adult to senior \u2014 different challenges arise. Help them to be their best selves with care, patience, knowledge, observation and diligence. These qualities developed in you will then be reflected in your dog\u2019s behavior through his lifetime.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nPhoto: Mladen_Kostic | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Puppyhood challenges<\/h2>\n
The three most common issues puppies have, all have to do with learning boundaries, which include: playful biting, housetraining and chewing.<\/p>\n
1\u2009Playful biting:<\/strong> While this is normal puppy play behavior, they need to be taught that playfully biting on humans is not appropriate. It\u2019s not so much about correcting the behavior but more about offering choices for play \u2014 doggie playdates, toys, games, etc.<\/p>\n The prey drive is the strongest drive dogs have, and when something moves, they go after it. So, when your puppy is biting your hand and you pull it away, you are inadvertently asking your dog to play like a dog, so he goes after the moving target \u2014 your hand, leg, face, etc. The easiest way to curtail this behavior is to freeze. Stop moving, make your hand into a fist and shut off all your energy including talking and eye contact. Related: How to Survive a Puppy<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Photo: kertlis | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n 2\u2009Housetraining:<\/strong> Puppies are not capable of holding their bladder or bowels and need to be taught by being taken out frequently. When your puppy is awake and playful, take him out every 10 to 15 minutes to relieve himself. Give him the same cue, \u201cGo potty,\u201d \u201cHurry up,\u201d \u201cDo your business,\u201d etc. Whichever cue you use, all members of the household must consistently use it. The simplest way to teach your puppy that going outside is best is to have all caregivers be consistent, feed on a regular schedule and wait for the pup to do his business before you go inside. Don\u2019t be impatient; give him time to relieve himself.<\/p>\n If you see him start to potty in the house, immediately scoop him up and take him outside. Don\u2019t scare him, but don\u2019t let him finish his business inside. Bringing him out often is how you teach. As your puppy grows, you\u2019ll increase the amount of time you can go between potty breaks, but the more the better when he\u2019s a puppy.<\/p>\n There are a MINIMUM of 11 times to take your puppy out:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u27bc First thing in the morning Photo: sanjagrujic | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n 3\u2009Chewing:<\/strong> Chewing is natural and necessary for puppies. Pups get to know their world through their noses and mouths. Supply age-appropriate toys before teething, during teething and after teething. Read labels, and buy accordingly. Supervise your puppy to learn his chewing habits, and have appropriate toys readily available. Unsupervised dogs are the ones who often become destructive.<\/p>\n To puppy-proof your house from your pup\u2019s chewing:<\/strong> Photo: Ryan McVay | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Puppies need to be kept mentally and physically stimulated.\u00a0 Short puppy walks offer not only physical stimulation but mental stimulation, as well. Let your puppy sniff and explore his new environment.<\/p>\n Playing tug, fetch, flirt pole, puppy playdates, etc., are all great ways to exercise.<\/p>\n Keep training sessions short: three to five minutes, a few times a day. You can begin teaching obedience cues as soon as you bring him home, but don\u2019t overwhelm him. Learning happens the minute you bring him home \u2014 teaching where to go potty, how to play appropriately, as well as teaching simple cues like Sit. Keep it simple, teaching only one cue at a time for at least three to four days before introducing a new cue. Puppy brains are like sponges, and it\u2019s an opportune time to teach new things.<\/p>\n Enrichment activities, like puzzle toys, sniffing walks and socializing go a long way to engaging their inquiring minds.<\/p>\n Photo: Zbynek Pospisil | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Adolescence is between the age of 9 months to maturity, which is between 11\/2 years to 3 years of age.<\/p>\n 4\u2009Testing boundaries:<\/strong> This time is all about testing boundaries \u2014 not because your dog is challenging you, misbehaving or dominating you \u2014 rather, it\u2019s because of inconsistency during puppyhood. If puppyhood wasn\u2019t managed properly, the dog\u2019s behavior can get out of control. It\u2019s important not to label this phase or the dog as being bad. He isn\u2019t.<\/p>\n What is happening is that the puppy was given mixed messages, intermittently reinforcing behaviors like jumping, training has fallen by the wayside or it never got started. This causes the adolescent to keep trying\/pushing, thinking this may be the one time you give in. For example: Every time a puppy is rewarded for jumping on you or anyone else during a greeting, he thinks it\u2019s OK. When you sometimes tell the dog not to jump and other times give in, the intermittent rewards lead to continued jumping. Reteaching with patience and consistency will carry you through adolescence.<\/p>\n Photo: bfk92 | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Adult dogs have learned what works and what doesn\u2019t based on their experience up to this point in their lives. They are quite comfortable in their home and with their people. Any inconsistencies become unwanted behaviors, but it\u2019s never too late to get them back on track. I find the most common issues in the adult phase are jumping on people, not coming when called\/recall and pulling on the leash. This is the time to go back to basics in training, and making sure to follow through. Keep training a little every day for the rest of their lives in what experts call real-world training. This means practicing every day while living your normal life.<\/p>\n 5\u2009If your dog jumps on people:<\/strong> When greeting people, keep your dog on leash, wait for an appropriate offered behavior, either all four paws on the ground, a Sit, a Down or whatever the dog chooses. Only when an appropriate behavior is offered can the dog greet someone, including you. Tell the greeter not to talk to the dog, not to have eye contact or try to pet the dog until an appropriate behavior is offered. Then, and only then, can a calm and quiet greeting be had. If the dog jumps, stop the greeting, be still and quiet, and look away. This will take practice but with consistency, you\u2019ll succeed.<\/p>\n 6\u2009Basic training for Come\/Recall:<\/strong> Teaching Come from the beginning is the best way to ensure you are both on the same page. First, let me start by saying, never call your dog to you and punish him. Come is always followed by praise, a game, a treat \u2014 rewarding him for coming to you.<\/p>\n To teach Come from a Stay position, ask your dog to Come using a hand signal: your arm outstretched to the side, bringing it into your chest as you say \u201cCome\u201d at the same time in a neutral-to-happy tone of voice. Do this at home in an enclosed area, with no distractions. As soon as your dog starts to come to you, say \u201cYes\u201d and praise all the way to you, rewarding him with his favorite treat, toy or game. Repeat this a few times, then practice on and off leash. Once he learns to come, you can begin to generalize it by adding distance and distractions, moving slowly so that each step is a success. If it\u2019s not, you\u2019re moving too fast.<\/p>\n Photo: alexei_tm | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n 7\u2009Pulling on the leash:<\/strong> First, start on familiar turf, your own yard or street where there are little to no distractions, using high-value treats or your dog\u2019s favorite toy as a reward. I find it best to practice leash walking with a human before you start working with your dog. It helps with coordination, and mistakes are made on the human not the dog. Start in a small, familiar place with little-to-no distractions and go at your dog\u2019s pace. Keep the leash in one hand and treats in an easily reached pouch. Hold the leash hand against your belly and don\u2019t take it off. Don\u2019t let the dog pull your hand away from your belly.<\/p>\n Step 1:<\/strong> Using the word Yes as your marker, or a clicker if you so choose, and with the dog next to you say \u201cReady\u201d in a high-pitched tone. When he looks at you, say \u201cYes\u201d and treat. Do this a few times to get him ready for walking.<\/p>\n Step 2:<\/strong> Take a few steps, and as soon as your dog moves with you or just looks in your direction, say \u201cYes\u201d and treat. Even the slightest movement with you gets a \u201cYes\u201d and treat.<\/p>\n Step 3:<\/strong> Repeat over and over a few times and then start to add a few more steps, treating the entire time your dog is moving with you. Gradually take more and more steps in between \u201cYes\u201d and treats. If the dog becomes distracted or confused, go back to just a few steps until he understands what you\u2019re asking for, walking along with you.<\/p>\n Step 4:<\/strong> Then start making right hand turns, saying \u201cYes\u201d each time your dog makes the slightest move, even just a head looking in your direction on the turn, say \u201cYes\u201d and reward.<\/p>\n Step 5:<\/strong> Start changing direction \u2014 left, right, about face, varying your speed, faster, slower, faster again, always moving at your dog\u2019s pace.<\/p>\n If your dog seems confused, go back to where he wasn\u2019t confused and build from there.<\/p>\n Step 6:<\/strong> Next, take it to a larger area and a more interesting space and start at the beginning again, doing Steps 1 through 5. When the dog can handle Step 5 in the new space, move to another new space, starting over at Step 1 again, gradually moving to new spaces, with more and more distractions.<\/p>\n Photo: V_Sot | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Senior behavioral issues are most often a manifestation of unresolved issues from adulthood, usually general disobedience. Going back to the basics, even for senior dogs, can make a world of difference. The dog has learned from our inconsistency and complacency that we are not to be trusted when it comes to follow-through.<\/p>\n 8\u2009 General disobedience:<\/strong> The best remedy for this is getting back to basic training. This kind of one-on-one refresher training can bring you back to harmony and revitalize your dog\u2019s mental and emotional well-being in just a matter of days. Your dog will thank you immensely for this undivided and well- 9\u2009 Grumpiness, aggression or stubbornness:<\/strong> Other issues common with senior dogs are more related to health \u2014 pain, hearing or vision loss, arthritis, etc. \u2014 and are often misinterpreted as being stubborn, dominant or lazy. These are best dealt with with compassion and understanding. Undetected health issues can lead to grumpiness or even aggression, so have twice yearly health checkups in your dog\u2019s senior years. These golden years need to be cherished for all the years they gave us unconditional love. After all, \u201cDogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole!\u201d \u2014 Roger Caras<\/p>\n Top photograph: smrm1977 | Getty Images<\/em><\/p>\n The post 9 Top Dog Behavioral Problems And How To Solve Them<\/a> by Jill Breitner<\/a> appeared first on Dogster<\/a>. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren’t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n The post 9 Top Dog Behavioral Problems And How To Solve Them<\/a> by Jill Breitner<\/a> appeared first on Dogster<\/a>. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren’t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com.<\/p>\n Dogs bring joy, laughter and a deep sense of connection, like no other. If you\u2019re lucky enough to start your journey with your dog from puppyhood, it can be a life-changing experience. As dogs go through stages of growth \u2014 from puppy to adult to senior \u2014 different challenges arise. Help them to be their best selves with care, patience, knowledge, observation and diligence. These qualities developed in you will then be reflected in your dog\u2019s behavior through his lifetime.<\/p>\n Photo: Mladen_Kostic | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n The three most common issues puppies have, all have to do with learning boundaries, which include: playful biting, housetraining and chewing.<\/p>\n 1\u2009Playful biting:<\/strong> While this is normal puppy play behavior, they need to be taught that playfully biting on humans is not appropriate. It\u2019s not so much about correcting the behavior but more about offering choices for play \u2014 doggie playdates, toys, games, etc.<\/p>\n The prey drive is the strongest drive dogs have, and when something moves, they go after it. So, when your puppy is biting your hand and you pull it away, you are inadvertently asking your dog to play like a dog, so he goes after the moving target \u2014 your hand, leg, face, etc. The easiest way to curtail this behavior is to freeze. Stop moving, make your hand into a fist and shut off all your energy including talking and eye contact. Related: How to Survive a Puppy<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Photo: kertlis | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n 2\u2009Housetraining:<\/strong> Puppies are not capable of holding their bladder or bowels and need to be taught by being taken out frequently. When your puppy is awake and playful, take him out every 10 to 15 minutes to relieve himself. Give him the same cue, \u201cGo potty,\u201d \u201cHurry up,\u201d \u201cDo your business,\u201d etc. Whichever cue you use, all members of the household must consistently use it. The simplest way to teach your puppy that going outside is best is to have all caregivers be consistent, feed on a regular schedule and wait for the pup to do his business before you go inside. Don\u2019t be impatient; give him time to relieve himself.<\/p>\n If you see him start to potty in the house, immediately scoop him up and take him outside. Don\u2019t scare him, but don\u2019t let him finish his business inside. Bringing him out often is how you teach. As your puppy grows, you\u2019ll increase the amount of time you can go between potty breaks, but the more the better when he\u2019s a puppy.<\/p>\n There are a MINIMUM of 11 times to take your puppy out:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u27bc First thing in the morning Photo: sanjagrujic | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n 3\u2009Chewing:<\/strong> Chewing is natural and necessary for puppies. Pups get to know their world through their noses and mouths. Supply age-appropriate toys before teething, during teething and after teething. Read labels, and buy accordingly. Supervise your puppy to learn his chewing habits, and have appropriate toys readily available. Unsupervised dogs are the ones who often become destructive.<\/p>\n To puppy-proof your house from your pup\u2019s chewing:<\/strong> Photo: Ryan McVay | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Puppies need to be kept mentally and physically stimulated.\u00a0 Short puppy walks offer not only physical stimulation but mental stimulation, as well. Let your puppy sniff and explore his new environment.<\/p>\n Playing tug, fetch, flirt pole, puppy playdates, etc., are all great ways to exercise.<\/p>\n Keep training sessions short: three to five minutes, a few times a day. You can begin teaching obedience cues as soon as you bring him home, but don\u2019t overwhelm him. Learning happens the minute you bring him home \u2014 teaching where to go potty, how to play appropriately, as well as teaching simple cues like Sit. Keep it simple, teaching only one cue at a time for at least three to four days before introducing a new cue. Puppy brains are like sponges, and it\u2019s an opportune time to teach new things.<\/p>\n Enrichment activities, like puzzle toys, sniffing walks and socializing go a long way to engaging their inquiring minds.<\/p>\n Photo: Zbynek Pospisil | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Adolescence is between the age of 9 months to maturity, which is between 11\/2 years to 3 years of age.<\/p>\n 4\u2009Testing boundaries:<\/strong> This time is all about testing boundaries \u2014 not because your dog is challenging you, misbehaving or dominating you \u2014 rather, it\u2019s because of inconsistency during puppyhood. If puppyhood wasn\u2019t managed properly, the dog\u2019s behavior can get out of control. It\u2019s important not to label this phase or the dog as being bad. He isn\u2019t.<\/p>\n What is happening is that the puppy was given mixed messages, intermittently reinforcing behaviors like jumping, training has fallen by the wayside or it never got started. This causes the adolescent to keep trying\/pushing, thinking this may be the one time you give in. For example: Every time a puppy is rewarded for jumping on you or anyone else during a greeting, he thinks it\u2019s OK. When you sometimes tell the dog not to jump and other times give in, the intermittent rewards lead to continued jumping. Reteaching with patience and consistency will carry you through adolescence.<\/p>\n Photo: bfk92 | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Adult dogs have learned what works and what doesn\u2019t based on their experience up to this point in their lives. They are quite comfortable in their home and with their people. Any inconsistencies become unwanted behaviors, but it\u2019s never too late to get them back on track. I find the most common issues in the adult phase are jumping on people, not coming when called\/recall and pulling on the leash. This is the time to go back to basics in training, and making sure to follow through. Keep training a little every day for the rest of their lives in what experts call real-world training. This means practicing every day while living your normal life.<\/p>\n 5\u2009If your dog jumps on people:<\/strong> When greeting people, keep your dog on leash, wait for an appropriate offered behavior, either all four paws on the ground, a Sit, a Down or whatever the dog chooses. Only when an appropriate behavior is offered can the dog greet someone, including you. Tell the greeter not to talk to the dog, not to have eye contact or try to pet the dog until an appropriate behavior is offered. Then, and only then, can a calm and quiet greeting be had. If the dog jumps, stop the greeting, be still and quiet, and look away. This will take practice but with consistency, you\u2019ll succeed.<\/p>\n 6\u2009Basic training for Come\/Recall:<\/strong> Teaching Come from the beginning is the best way to ensure you are both on the same page. First, let me start by saying, never call your dog to you and punish him. Come is always followed by praise, a game, a treat \u2014 rewarding him for coming to you.<\/p>\n To teach Come from a Stay position, ask your dog to Come using a hand signal: your arm outstretched to the side, bringing it into your chest as you say \u201cCome\u201d at the same time in a neutral-to-happy tone of voice. Do this at home in an enclosed area, with no distractions. As soon as your dog starts to come to you, say \u201cYes\u201d and praise all the way to you, rewarding him with his favorite treat, toy or game. Repeat this a few times, then practice on and off leash. Once he learns to come, you can begin to generalize it by adding distance and distractions, moving slowly so that each step is a success. If it\u2019s not, you\u2019re moving too fast.<\/p>\n Photo: alexei_tm | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n 7\u2009Pulling on the leash:<\/strong> First, start on familiar turf, your own yard or street where there are little to no distractions, using high-value treats or your dog\u2019s favorite toy as a reward. I find it best to practice leash walking with a human before you start working with your dog. It helps with coordination, and mistakes are made on the human not the dog. Start in a small, familiar place with little-to-no distractions and go at your dog\u2019s pace. Keep the leash in one hand and treats in an easily reached pouch. Hold the leash hand against your belly and don\u2019t take it off. Don\u2019t let the dog pull your hand away from your belly.<\/p>\n Step 1:<\/strong> Using the word Yes as your marker, or a clicker if you so choose, and with the dog next to you say \u201cReady\u201d in a high-pitched tone. When he looks at you, say \u201cYes\u201d and treat. Do this a few times to get him ready for walking.<\/p>\n Step 2:<\/strong> Take a few steps, and as soon as your dog moves with you or just looks in your direction, say \u201cYes\u201d and treat. Even the slightest movement with you gets a \u201cYes\u201d and treat.<\/p>\n Step 3:<\/strong> Repeat over and over a few times and then start to add a few more steps, treating the entire time your dog is moving with you. Gradually take more and more steps in between \u201cYes\u201d and treats. If the dog becomes distracted or confused, go back to just a few steps until he understands what you\u2019re asking for, walking along with you.<\/p>\n Step 4:<\/strong> Then start making right hand turns, saying \u201cYes\u201d each time your dog makes the slightest move, even just a head looking in your direction on the turn, say \u201cYes\u201d and reward.<\/p>\n Step 5:<\/strong> Start changing direction \u2014 left, right, about face, varying your speed, faster, slower, faster again, always moving at your dog\u2019s pace.<\/p>\n If your dog seems confused, go back to where he wasn\u2019t confused and build from there.<\/p>\n Step 6:<\/strong> Next, take it to a larger area and a more interesting space and start at the beginning again, doing Steps 1 through 5. When the dog can handle Step 5 in the new space, move to another new space, starting over at Step 1 again, gradually moving to new spaces, with more and more distractions.<\/p>\n Photo: V_Sot | Getty Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Senior behavioral issues are most often a manifestation of unresolved issues from adulthood, usually general disobedience. Going back to the basics, even for senior dogs, can make a world of difference. The dog has learned from our inconsistency and complacency that we are not to be trusted when it comes to follow-through.<\/p>\n 8\u2009 General disobedience:<\/strong> The best remedy for this is getting back to basic training. This kind of one-on-one refresher training can bring you back to harmony and revitalize your dog\u2019s mental and emotional well-being in just a matter of days. Your dog will thank you immensely for this undivided and well- 9\u2009 Grumpiness, aggression or stubbornness:<\/strong> Other issues common with senior dogs are more related to health \u2014 pain, hearing or vision loss, arthritis, etc. \u2014 and are often misinterpreted as being stubborn, dominant or lazy. These are best dealt with with compassion and understanding. Undetected health issues can lead to grumpiness or even aggression, so have twice yearly health checkups in your dog\u2019s senior years. These golden years need to be cherished for all the years they gave us unconditional love. After all, \u201cDogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole!\u201d \u2014 Roger Caras<\/p>\n Top photograph: smrm1977 | Getty Images<\/em><\/p>\n The post 9 Top Dog Behavioral Problems And How To Solve Them<\/a> by Jill Breitner<\/a> appeared first on Dogster<\/a>. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren’t considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Dogster.com.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n \n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6955","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nHe\u2019ll bite for a few seconds longer. When he takes his mouth off of you, quietly and slowly offer\/trade up with a toy and\/or completely disengage. Let the puppy know that you are not interested in this kind of play, period. Remember, moving is engaging, freezing is disengaging.<\/p>\n![\"Dog](\"http:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2008_Go-Out_getty952749562.png\")
<\/p>\n
\n\u27bc Before breakfast
\n\u27bc After breakfast
\n\u27bc Mid-morning
\n\u27bc Before lunch
\n\u27bc After lunch
\n\u27bc Mid-afternoon
\n\u27bc Before dinner
\n\u27bc After dinner
\n\u27bc Mid-evening
\n\u27bc Before bed<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Bully-Chewing_Getty922094970.png\")
<\/p>\n
\n\u2724 Remove all things dangerous or valuable.
\n\u2724 Remove things that are at puppy level \u2014 magazines, books, etc.
\n\u2724 Close doors to rooms you are not in to better supervise.
\n\u2724 Confine the puppy in the room with you, with a puppy gate or closed doors. Use an exercise pen or crate when you\u2019re unavailable to supervise.
\n\u2724 Have enough toys on the floor in whatever room you are in, so the puppy has a choice and you can trade up when the puppy chooses something that\u2019s not his.
\n\u2724 Bundle electrical wires so they are inaccessible.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2008_fetch_GettyAA031895.png\")
<\/p>\nKeep Puppy Out of Trouble<\/h3>\n
![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2008_TrainingDog_getty941166350.png\")
<\/p>\nMixed messages & adolescence<\/h2>\n
![\"Dog](\"http:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Man-and-Dog_getty1095426084.png\")
<\/p>\nAdult time<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/2002_Walking_getty1149531679.png\")
<\/p>\n![\"Dog](\"http:\/\/www.dogster.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Black-older-dog_getty159820523.png\")
<\/p>\nSenior issues<\/h2>\n
\ndeserved attention.<\/p>\n<\/p>\nPuppyhood challenges<\/h2>\n
\nHe\u2019ll bite for a few seconds longer. When he takes his mouth off of you, quietly and slowly offer\/trade up with a toy and\/or completely disengage. Let the puppy know that you are not interested in this kind of play, period. Remember, moving is engaging, freezing is disengaging.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\n\u27bc Before breakfast
\n\u27bc After breakfast
\n\u27bc Mid-morning
\n\u27bc Before lunch
\n\u27bc After lunch
\n\u27bc Mid-afternoon
\n\u27bc Before dinner
\n\u27bc After dinner
\n\u27bc Mid-evening
\n\u27bc Before bed<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\n\u2724 Remove all things dangerous or valuable.
\n\u2724 Remove things that are at puppy level \u2014 magazines, books, etc.
\n\u2724 Close doors to rooms you are not in to better supervise.
\n\u2724 Confine the puppy in the room with you, with a puppy gate or closed doors. Use an exercise pen or crate when you\u2019re unavailable to supervise.
\n\u2724 Have enough toys on the floor in whatever room you are in, so the puppy has a choice and you can trade up when the puppy chooses something that\u2019s not his.
\n\u2724 Bundle electrical wires so they are inaccessible.<\/p>\n<\/p>\nKeep Puppy Out of Trouble<\/h3>\n
<\/p>\nMixed messages & adolescence<\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nAdult time<\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n<\/p>\nSenior issues<\/h2>\n
\ndeserved attention.<\/p>\n