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Raising A Puppy

Raising a puppy can be very rewarding, yet frustrating, at the same time. They are so adorable, oh so cute, until they chew up the cushion of the new leather couch. First dog needs to know where he lives, what is his territory in your home.  A secure place that is known as, "bed".  A crate is best for this.  Dogs are naturally, avert to soiling their bed, their mamas keep them clean and they are trained by the mother when to release.  You, are their mother and their everything now so make sure you tell them where their room is and show them the "out" facilities, often and regularly, create a routine dog can start anticipating. In case of accident(s) make certain to clean up immediately, dog might start thinking that spot is an "out" too.Get to know dogs patterns and behaviors and as long as YOU are consistent, you will be assured of a soil free home.

Once you've established "bed",  leave dog in there - no matter how sad dog sounds or how loud and terrified he cries.  You are dogs new everything, and dog sleeps in his own room.  Invest in ear plugs.  Don't you DARE go in there!!!!!  They wear out on a few days ( kidding).  Practice not going in during the day, this lets dog know your boundaries don't move. DO NOT visit dog in the crate either, "bed" is dogs "me" time - sacred. Let dog get used to his own company.

Dogs are pack animals, yes, even that cute little smilin Yorkie, someone in the household needs to be the alpha. It is natural for a dog to follow, he just need to know who it is he should follow.  If you let the puppy become that leader, you will never be able to control that pet. Showing your pet that you are the alpha, does not diminish their love for you, your are alpha, you are GOD.  A puppy, just like a child , a new member of your family, must learn YOUR boundaries in YOUR pack.  If you don't show them that immediately, they will forever be testing  aka challenging you. Shouting screaming and getting upset does "not communicate" to your new pack member.  Stay calm. Be firm. Dogs, once taught, love to follow, to them it's just  as normal as breathing.   Use a deep steady voice, resolve within yourself that this is a family member that must be instructed in our ways.  Practice commands daily, repetition is the key, always follow through with your directive.  "sit",you will say, then physically push down their rump. If you say "stay", physically take her and have her "sit", then  hold your hand up in front of that sweet little face and say firmly "Stay"- then follow through every single time.  Do not give in too challenges, in dog"ease" that means he might soon become the new reigning prince of this nice new castle and to keep on pushing and soon he'll wear you out!!  I DON'T THiNK SO.  The pecking order, is not up for grabs.  You must remain firm and in control. They love to please you. Always show your pet that you are there and in control for him or her. Give them praise when they earn it, not treats. Training a puppy is a slow job, tenacious consistence is the key, the result is a well trained member of YOUR family  NOW, probably most important, everyone in the household has to reinforce your training, (when the alpha's away the puppies will play) you cannot get anywhere if you are working against each other. Educate your family- pack members - dog is not human, dog must always know their ranking in the hierarchy - follower. When alpha's away, every other pack member becomes your dog's alpha -  this will be challenging, because some of your family pack members haven't bought this concept of dog - human hierarchy.  They too, must follow through every single time.
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