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Crate Training a Puppy: The FIRST 3 NIGHTS (No Crying!).

Crate training is crucial. But the first few nights are tough. Many puppies cry and panic. They see the crate as a jail. We will change that. We want your puppy to love their crate. This is their safe, quiet bedroom. Follow these steps. Your puppy will sleep through the night. No crying! Phase 1: The Crate is a Game, Not a Jail The first step is critical. Your puppy must feel safe inside. Introduce the Crate: Set the crate up. Put a comfy bed inside. Use a special crate-only toy, like a frozen KONG. This toy is only available in the crate. This builds positive association. Make it Fun: Throw a treat inside. Let the puppy walk in and eat it. Do not shut the door yet. Repeat this ten times. The puppy learns: crate equals reward. Use a Cue Word: Start using a quiet cue word. Say "Crate" or "Bedtime" as they go in. Give a treat. This creates an automatic response. Practice Short Closures: Once they are happily eating the treat inside, gently close the door. Open it afte...

How to Stop Puppy Biting & Nipping IMMEDIATELY.

 If you've got a puppy that treats your fingers like a chew toy, you are not alone. That sharp, playful biting is normal puppy behavior, but it hurts, and it can quickly become a serious problem if not corrected. It’s a stage called "play biting" or "exploratory mouthing," and your puppy isn’t trying to be mean; they just don't know how hard is too hard. The good news? You can stop it immediately with a simple two-part strategy that teaches them bite inhibition. Step 1: The "Yelp and Freeze" Method (Bite Inhibition) In a litter of puppies, when one bites another too hard, the injured puppy gives a high-pitched yelp, and the play immediately stops. This is how puppies naturally learn bite control. We're going to replicate this crucial lesson. The High-Pitched Yelp: The very next time your puppy’s teeth make contact with your skin, you must immediately give a loud, high-pitched "YIP!" or "OUCH!" Use a sudden, sharp, and unexpe...

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