Dog Trainer Tips: How Long Does It Take to Train a Stubborn Puppy?
Doggy Dan, how long does it take to train a stubborn puppy? In this blog, I share the best strategies to help you train puppies fast. Figuring out how long puppy training will take is hard. Honestly, there’s no magic number. Every single pup is different. Some catch on super fast and just live to […]
How to Calm Down a Puppy: Best Tips for Socializing Puppy
In this blog, you’ll learn how to calm down a puppy so your little furry friend will be ready for socialization in no time! The critical window for puppy socialization lies between 8-10 weeks. During this period, their capacity for acceptance is at its peak. This allow positive interactions with dogs and people. Delaying this […]
Why Does My Puppy Bark At Me: Playfulness vs Aggression
“Doggy Dan, why does my puppy bark at me?” In this blog, we’re going to talk about the two kinds of puppy barking and how you can address both the right way. Many puppy owners become very concerned about their puppies barking for several reasons. Firstly, it can be difficult to interpret whether a puppy […]
What Is The First Thing You Should Train Your Puppy?
In this blog, I’m sharing the BIG tips on what is the first thing you should train your puppy on so you can set them up for success! The training sessions your dog receives during the first few weeks of their life define what your puppy’s behavior is going to be. A well-behaved puppy is […]
Dog Growling at New Puppy? How to Understand and Manage their Behavior
If your dog is growling at your new puppy, this blog will help you understand the reasons and provide practical solutions for a harmonious dog-and-puppy relationship. In an ideal world, when you bring home a new puppy, your existing dog will be excited about the newcomer. In reality, introducing a puppy to your older dogs […]
How to Calm an Overexcited Puppy: The Secrets to A Well-Behaved Dog
Doggy Dan, why is my dog overexcited? Also, how to calm an overexcited puppy? I often get this question from dog owners dealing with dogs that are always all over the place, jumping on the couch, on them, and on other dogs. They bark, run, and lunge all because they are excited… something that causes […]
Safe Space for Dogs: How to Make the Best One for Dogs
A safe space for dogs is synonymous to a human being’s place of refuge — it’s a spot where they retreat from stressors or relax from a long day. As a dog trainer, I know that our dogs are susceptible to exhaustion, emotional and mental stress, and even anxiety. Stressors all around them can be […]
Correcting Puppy Behavior: How to COMPLETELY End Puppy Biting
“Doggy Dan, my puppy won’t stop biting me. I’ve tried everything!” In this blog dedicated to correcting puppy behavior, I’m sharing the best strategies in dealing with your small-but-big biter. Your puppy’s aggressive biting is REAL! And it HURTS! But it can be solved quickly. Let’s find out how… The journey of dog ownership comes with […]
Potty Training a Puppy: 9 Common Potty Training Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
When a puppy arrives in your life, it doesn’t come with a manual. Potty mistakes WILL happen. But the good news is you can get it under control quickly! FREE POTTY TRAINING COURSE In the first few weeks, you will be navigating new things like feeding a puppy, or keeping up with their seemingly endless […]