Your New Puppy: Dog Training and Dog Behavior Lessons to Help You Turn Your New Puppy into a Well-Behaved Dog artwork

Your New Puppy: Dog Training and Dog Behavior Lessons to Help You Turn Your New Puppy into a Well-Behaved Dog

106 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 587 ratings

Your host, Debbie, is a positive trainer with a passion for dogs, their behavior and helping you create a well behaved dog. This is a dog training and behavior podcast that with help you and your new puppy build good healthy habits right from the start. It will also help you understand your dog’s behavior and build a strong, fulfilling, and fun relationship for years to come.

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YNP #092: Why Not to Punish Puppy Potty Accidents

February 07, 2024 14:11 - 12 minutes - 14.4 MB

It can be counter intuitive but when your puppy has a potty accident, we shouldn't punish them. You may feel that you need to do something to let them know "this is wrong".   Or maybe you know that you're not supposed to punish your puppy's potty accidents but you're not sure why. In general, I discourage using […] The post YNP #092: Why Not to Punish Puppy Potty Accidents appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #091: Listener Questions

January 17, 2024 14:05 - 11 minutes - 13.1 MB

When I receive multiple questions from my listeners around the same topic I know it's time to do a podcast episode about it.   But not all questions warrant a full episode but can still be useful to answer. So that's exactly what I did in this episode.  I gathered 5 questions that came from you, my […] The post YNP #091: Listener Questions appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #090: When Your Dog Hates the Rain

January 04, 2024 15:21 - 12 minutes - 14.3 MB

When your dog refuses to go outside in the rain, it can be annoying and time consuming.  It's even worse when you're trying to potty train a young puppy that isn't going to hold it until the rain stops.   For most dogs they will learn to tolerate it but for others it may always be […] The post YNP #090: When Your Dog Hates the Rain appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #089: Reasons to Muzzle Train Your Dog

November 29, 2023 15:09 - 11 minutes - 13.5 MB

Muzzle training your dog means exposing your dogs to wearing a muzzle in a positive, stress-free way (see resources below on how to do this). This is something that most of us never think (or want to think) about doing with our dog.  It's understandable because muzzles have a bad rap and are thought of as a […] The post YNP #089: Reasons to Muzzle Train Your Dog appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #088: Four Things You May Not Know About Socialization

November 08, 2023 22:28 - 16 minutes - 18.5 MB

Socialization is the most important training you can do for your puppy.  It's also the most overlooked and misunderstood part of your puppy's training. When done correctly as a puppy, socialization creates a confident, well adjusted dog.  And who doesn't want that for their puppy?   I've gathered the 4 things I think are the most misunderstood about […] The post YNP #088: Four Things You May Not Know About Socialization appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #087: Is Your Dog Trying to Dominate You?

October 11, 2023 11:49 - 15 minutes - 16.8 MB

Is your dog trying to dominate you?  The short answer is no, they are not.   And though that might not come as a surprise to you, what isn't always clear is why it's not true.   Especially because this theory that dogs want to dominate us or some dogs are more "dominate" than others still comes […] The post YNP #087: Is Your Dog Trying to Dominate You? appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #086: Why We Struggle with Recall

September 22, 2023 18:54 - 12 minutes - 14.6 MB

Teaching your dog to come when called (recall) is arguably the most important skill you can teach your dog.  It's also one that we struggle with the most.  That's because we try and teach it like we would any other cue like sit, down or stay. But that only gives us half the picture.  Recall is a habit […] The post YNP #086: Why We Struggle with Recall appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #085: How to Handle Potty Training Overnight

August 08, 2023 11:03 - 9 minutes - 11.1 MB

Potty training can be overwhelming.  The good news is, one of the first things we can check off the list is getting our puppy to sleep through the night.   Potty training overnight is a little different than during the day.  Even though they can hold it longer overnight, they still aren't going to make more than […] The post YNP #085: How to Handle Potty Training Overnight appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #084: My Favorite DIY Puzzle Feeders

July 21, 2023 13:06 - 9 minutes - 10.9 MB

I love puzzle feeders as a way to "ditch the bowl" and make mealtime an event.   If you search "puzzle feeder" or "slow feeders" online countless options come up.  I have my favorite store bought feeders (see my Supplies page) but there's also many ways to DIY it! In fact, I have three that you can […] The post YNP #084: My Favorite DIY Puzzle Feeders appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #083: What to Do if Your Dog Gets Lost

July 07, 2023 12:00 - 7 minutes - 8.5 MB

I hope you never need this podcast episode.  Chances are, you will.  Having a lost pet is a stressful and upsetting experience.  Sometimes we don't think of the obvious things and sometimes we don't even know the resources that are available I talk about the most effective things you can do, who you should call, where you […] The post YNP #083: What to Do if Your Dog Gets Lost appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #082: Let’s Update Your Dog’s Microchip

June 29, 2023 14:16 - 12 minutes - 13.9 MB

A microchip is a tiny device that is placed below your pet's skin.  It has a unique 15 digit code that you register along with your contact information.  This way if your pet ever gets lost, shelters, veterinarians, police stations, and others can scan the microchip and access your contact info and help return your […] The post YNP #082: Let’s Update Your Dog’s Microchip appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #081: My Rules for Your Dog’s Walk

June 12, 2023 17:14 - 11 minutes - 12.5 MB

When we thing of what our dog's walk should look like we think of them walking by our side without being distracted by anything and only sniffing when we say it's ok.   Spoiler alert!  There is NO "should". I'm here to let you off the hook.  Your walk doesn't have to be perfect.  As long as […] The post YNP #081: My Rules for Your Dog’s Walk appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #080: Why I Don’t Teach “Off”

May 08, 2023 16:47 - 6 minutes - 7.42 MB

Most of the time we want to use the cue "off" to tell our dogs to "get down".  For example, when they  jump on us or our guests or when they jump on the table or counter.   I have nothing against teaching this cue, I just approach it in a different way.  If we think about it, […] The post YNP #080: Why I Don’t Teach “Off” appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #079: Are You Still Struggling With Potty Training?

April 15, 2023 13:24 - 8 minutes - 10 MB

Potty training is hard.  We can set them up for success as much as we can but it takes as long as it takes.  It's a process that we can't rush our puppy through.   We all struggle with potty training.  While we're in it, it feels like it will last forever.  For most, we'll have […] The post YNP #079: Are You Still Struggling With Potty Training? appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #078: Games to Play with a Nipping Puppy

March 06, 2023 17:32 - 12 minutes - 14.1 MB

Nipping is one of the biggest struggles every puppy parent goes through.   It can be very disheartening especially when the kids don't want to play with the puppy anymore.   That's why I'm giving you my three favorite games that I teach my clients to help with a nipping puppy. Each one is designed to give you a […] The post YNP #078: Games to Play with a Nipping Puppy appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP Replay: How to Get a Stronger Recall

January 22, 2023 15:11 - 17 minutes - 17.3 MB

A strong recall is one of the most important behaviors your dog can have. That is why I wanted to replay this episode about how to get a stronger recall.   This is a special training that I do inside my digital products (YOUR Perfect Puppy and Playtime Paws Academy) I talk about how I approach recall as […] The post YNP Replay: How to Get a Stronger Recall appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP#077: Using a Crate vs Using a Pen

December 09, 2022 13:36 - 11 minutes - 12.2 MB

A lot of new puppy owners wonder if it's OK to use a pen in addition to (or instead of) a crate.   The idea of giving your puppy or young dog room to move around and play is a very appealing one.  BUT there are some drawbacks to giving them this extra space.  A emphasize using the […] The post YNP#077: Using a Crate vs Using a Pen appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #076: Different Leash Walking Tools (Part 02: Collars and Harnesses)

October 08, 2022 11:56 - 14 minutes - 15.9 MB

Every dog needs a collar and leash.  There are many options out there so let's talk about them. Each of these tools has it's advantages and disadvantages and there's no one perfect solution that works for every dog. In part one I talked about the different types of leashes.    In this episode (part two) I talk about […] The post YNP #076: Different Leash Walking Tools (Part 02: Collars and Harnesses) appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #075: Different Types of Leash Walking Tools (Part 01: Leashes)

September 26, 2022 13:43 - 9 minutes - 11.1 MB

Every dog needs a collar and leash.  There are many options out there so let's talk about them. Each option has it's advantages and disadvantages and there's no one perfect solution that works for every dog. So in this episode (part one) I talk about the most common types of leashes that are available. In part two […] The post YNP #075: Different Types of Leash Walking Tools (Part 01: Leashes) appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #074: How to Socialize Your Puppy Without Leaving Your House

September 09, 2022 16:00 - 10 minutes - 12.5 MB

Socialization is the most important training you can do for your Puppy.  We want to get our puppy out from the very beginning and do as much as we can in their early weeks. Socialization is more than just exposing your dog to new people and dogs.  It also includes new places, objects, sounds, textures, environments, […] The post YNP #074: How to Socialize Your Puppy Without Leaving Your House appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #073: Does Your Dog’s Breed Matter?

June 27, 2022 12:04 - 42 minutes - 30.7 MB

Christine Rohloff Gossinger literally wrote the book on dog breeds.   She joins me to talk about how understanding your dog's breed can help us understand our dogs and their needs.   This episode is chock full of examples, training tips, and fun tidbits just like her book.  Listen in and decide for yourself it your dog's breed […] The post YNP #073: Does Your Dog’s Breed Matter? appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #072: Should You Use a Potty Bell?

June 03, 2022 13:26 - 12 minutes - 13.5 MB

Something I get asked often is how I feel about using a potty bell.   If you listened to my complete guide to potty training then you know that I don't mention using a bell at all but does that mean I don't want you to?  No go ahead...well, maybe...  While I'll show my clients how to use […] The post YNP #072: Should You Use a Potty Bell? appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #071: Tips for a Stronger Stay

December 10, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes - 10.9 MB

Teaching your dog "Stay" is one of the easier cues to teach your dog...if we do it right.  And of course most of us are doing it wrong.   Stay can be a useful command ("Stay" so I can take your picture).  It can be used for safety ("Stay" while I clean up this glass that […] The post YNP #071: Tips for a Stronger Stay appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #070: What is Raw Feeding?: Puppy Edition

November 08, 2021 18:00 - 29 minutes - 26.4 MB

Kasie comes back to teach us more about raw feeding.  This time we talk all about puppies! Plus Kasie has some advice on treats and how to start even if you feel overwhelmed. This episode is Part 2 of a two part series.  In Part 1 we talk about raw feeding more general.   Kasie has been raw […] The post YNP #070: What is Raw Feeding?: Puppy Edition appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #069: What is Raw Feeding?

November 05, 2021 14:08 - 35 minutes - 31.4 MB

Maybe you've never heard of raw feeding your dog.  Maybe you have but you're not quite sure what it means.  This episode can start to answer some of your questions.  Raw feeding is something that I've dabbled in but I am NO expert.  Since I do get questions about it all the time, I've decided to […] The post YNP #069: What is Raw Feeding? appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #068: The Power of Practice

September 14, 2021 14:12 - 10 minutes - 11.4 MB

"Practice makes perfect."  We all know that one.  Well, it's just as true for our dogs.   When we teach our dogs how to sit we know to start at step one and work them up to a reliable sit in any situation.   When we want to change a behavior (like barking, digging, leash walking, or counter surfing) […] The post YNP #068: The Power of Practice appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #067: How to Stop a Dog From Barking (Part 2)

August 17, 2021 22:21 - 19 minutes - 21 MB

In part one we talked about demand barking.  Here in part two I go into detail about alert barking.   Alert barking is when your dog is barking at something.  A dog out the window, a noise like a doorbell, your neighbor, etc.   This type of barking usually starts in as your puppy gets older.  Once […] The post YNP #067: How to Stop a Dog From Barking (Part 2) appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #066: How to Stop a Dog From Barking (Part 1)

July 30, 2021 00:11 - 14 minutes - 16 MB

Barking comes in many different forms. This makes how to stop a dog from barking more complicated than we think.   We can't just ask "how do I stop my dog from barking?" and get an answer because why they are barking plays a significant role in how we stop them.   Are they barking in the […] The post YNP #066: How to Stop a Dog From Barking (Part 1) appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #065: How to Take Better Photos of Your Dog (Part 2)

July 09, 2021 15:52 - 24 minutes - 18.1 MB

Allison is back with some more great tips on how to take better photos of your dog! Who doesn't want that perfect Instagramable, frameable, background photo of our dog.  But even with the 200 photos we have on our phones sometimes it eludes us! Back in episode 52 Allison Shamrell of Allison Shamrell Pet Photography told us […] The post YNP #065: How to Take Better Photos of Your Dog (Part 2) appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #064: The Downside of a Fenced-in Yard (Part 2)

June 24, 2021 16:27 - 16 minutes - 17.9 MB

I'm back to burst some bubbles (POP!).  Don't get me wrong, I LOVE my fenced-in yard just like most dog owners.  But just like with most things that make our lives easier there's a downside.  I'm here to help you minimize them! My goal is to make sure that you and your dog can use your […] The post YNP #064: The Downside of a Fenced-in Yard (Part 2) appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #063: My 7 Guidelines for Socializing Your Dog

May 28, 2021 15:40 - 18 minutes - 20.8 MB

Socializing your dog, especially when they are young, is SUPER DUPER important.  If you have listened to me at all then this is not news to you.  You know that you have to expose your dog to many different people, places, environments, sounds, textures, and dogs.  This is what creates a confident, well-adjusted dog that you […] The post YNP #063: My 7 Guidelines for Socializing Your Dog appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #062: How I Taught My Dog a New Trick

March 12, 2021 13:57 - 20 minutes - 21.9 MB

How many times have you gone to Youtube to find a new dog trick and it's a three-minute video with a dog that already knows the trick? Or you teach your dog a new trick in class to go home and they act like they never heard of it before.   Truth is, training doesn't happen in […] The post YNP #062: How I Taught My Dog a New Trick appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #061: A Typical Puppy Schedule

February 22, 2021 13:56 - 13 minutes - 14.7 MB

Your puppy's schedule will vary depending on many factors.  Including age, exercise needs, and your schedule. When I'm asked about what a typical day looks like I know that I'm actually being asked things like:"How many times should I take my puppy out?""How much exercise should my puppy get?""How much time is too much time in […] The post YNP #061: A Typical Puppy Schedule appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #060: Kids and Puppies

January 06, 2021 15:17 - 18 minutes - 20.3 MB

When we imagine kids and puppies we think that they go together like peanut butter and jelly (or my preference - chocolate). The reality isn't so sweet.  Your puppy and your kids LOVE each other.  But sometimes it's that same love and excitement that causes scratches, tears, and a disheartening relationship. When we have kids and […] The post YNP #060: Kids and Puppies appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP 2020 Sign Off: A Look Back and Look Forward

December 28, 2020 19:21 - 7 minutes - 8.9 MB

Debbie here!  I just wanted to jump into your podcast feed one more time this year.  First I want to thank you, my listeners once again for being a bright spot in an otherwise stressful year.   I also thought it would be fun to take a look back at this year's most popular episodes and also […] The post YNP 2020 Sign Off: A Look Back and Look Forward appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #059: How to Teach Your Dog to Fetch

December 20, 2020 12:43 - 9 minutes - 10.9 MB

Fetch it the one game we all think of when we talk about playing with our dog.  So it's easy to forget that we have to teach them how to fetch.  We have the picture in our mind of our dog running across the yard or park to get the ball and bring it back. […] The post YNP #059: How to Teach Your Dog to Fetch appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #058: How to Recognize Appropriate Dog Play

December 09, 2020 14:26 - 17 minutes - 18.9 MB

When you are new at watching dogs play it can be confusing and even a bit concerning.  Dog play is "play fighting" so if you haven't made a career out of knowing dog body language it's easy to get concerned even when dogs are having a grand old time. To make it harder sometimes two dogs […] The post YNP #058: How to Recognize Appropriate Dog Play appeared first on Playtime Paws.

Clone of YNP #057: How to Teach Your Dog to Listen With Distractions

December 03, 2020 14:26 - 8 minutes - 10.4 MB

If your dog listens to you inside your house that doesn't mean they know what you want outside on their walk.  Even if you are asking for the same thing.  Dogs are very contextual and need to be taught how to listen even when there distractions.  The good news is, if your dog listens to you […] The post Clone of YNP #057: How to Teach Your Dog to Listen With Distractions appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #057: How to Teach Your Dog to Listen With Distractions

November 20, 2020 12:38 - 8 minutes - 10.4 MB

If your dog listens to you inside your house that doesn't mean they know what you want outside on their walk.  Even if you are asking for the same thing.  Dogs are very contextual and need to be taught how to listen even when there distractions.  The good news is, if your dog listens to you […] The post YNP #057: How to Teach Your Dog to Listen With Distractions appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #056: Potty Training for a Working Household

November 06, 2020 23:18 - 7 minutes - 9.31 MB

How do you handle potty training when all the adults in the housework full time?  This is a question I get asked a lot.  Mainly because my listeners know I do not like the use of potty pads (for more on that, check out Episode 009).  If you are going to be out of the […] The post YNP #056: Potty Training for a Working Household appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #055: Three Important Skills to Teach Your Puppy From Day 01

October 21, 2020 19:51 - 16 minutes - 19.2 MB

There are SO MANY things we need to train our puppy when we bring them home.  It's really easy to get overwhelmed or focus on the wrong things.   In this episode, I talk about the three most important skills you can teach your puppy.  Start these skills from day one and you will reap the […] The post YNP #055: Three Important Skills to Teach Your Puppy From Day 01 appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #054: How to Use Training Treats Properly

October 09, 2020 14:32 - 13 minutes - 15.3 MB

Does it feel like your trainer just tells you to stuff your dog's belly full of treats and say then they're trained?  Treats are an essential tool to raising our well-mannered dog but the lesson on HOW to use the treats properly gets lost. And we really want to avoid that place where your dog will […] The post YNP #054: How to Use Training Treats Properly appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #053: Tips to Introduce Your Dog and Cat

July 30, 2020 20:40 - 10 minutes - 12.6 MB

All we want is a peaceful house!  When asking two (or three!) different species to live together it can get tricky! How you introducing your dog and cat depends a lot on the personalities involved. If you have a calm dog and confident cat, count yourself lucky!  If you have an excited dog and a shy […] The post YNP #053: Tips to Introduce Your Dog and Cat appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #052: How to Take Better Photos of Your Dog with Allison Shamrell

July 15, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes - 19.2 MB

We all have a hundred (ok, ok hundreds) of photos of our dog.  But how many are keepers?  If you are anything like me you have 600 pictures and 2 end up as keepers In this episode, let's welcome Allison Shamrell to give us all her best tips on how to get better photos of your […] The post YNP #052: How to Take Better Photos of Your Dog with Allison Shamrell appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #051: How to Get a Stronger Recall

June 18, 2020 14:15 - 15 minutes - 15.4 MB

A strong recall is one of the most important behaviors your dog can have.  It's also something that takes LOTS OF WORK!! This episode is a replay a mini recall training I did inside my online puppy course YOUR Perfect Puppy.   I talk about how I approach recall as a habit that you and your dog […] The post YNP #051: How to Get a Stronger Recall appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP Episode: How to Prevent Separation Anxiety During Stay-at-Home

May 22, 2020 11:29 - 11 minutes - 12.9 MB

Separation anxiety is always been something dog owners need to be aware of.  How to be alone is something that we have to teach our dogs.  In a perfect world we start this when they are puppies with crate training and the natural rhythm of our lives as we need to go to work, school, […] The post YNP Episode: How to Prevent Separation Anxiety During Stay-at-Home appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #050: The 3 Most Common Leash Training Questions

May 08, 2020 15:18 - 18 minutes - 21.4 MB

Leash training is a hot topic among dog owners.  Walks are a fundamental joy for dogs but when it comes to walking down the street in a straight line, it's no longer feels natural for them so that's why we encounter some resistance. This is also why there are many different ways we struggle with our […] The post YNP #050: The 3 Most Common Leash Training Questions appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #049: Behavior Changes as Your Puppy Gets Older

April 22, 2020 16:00 - 11 minutes - 13.3 MB

​As your dog grows you will probably experience some behavior changes.  Just as you think you have it ALL figured out your puppy will prove you wrong. It's all part of the roller coaster of owning a puppy.   In this episode, I talk about when these changes can happen, why they happen, and how to […] The post YNP #049: Behavior Changes as Your Puppy Gets Older appeared first on Playtime Paws.

YNP #048: Bringing Home an Adult Dog

April 08, 2020 16:01 - 8 minutes - 10 MB

​If you decide to bring home an adult dog you may have different expectations than if they were a puppy.  Maybe they're already potty trained and crate trained.  They don't have as much energy. Maybe they're out of the chewing stage.   These expectations can lead to some trouble when we first bring them home.  Just […] The post YNP #048: Bringing Home an Adult Dog appeared first on Playtime Paws.

[Part 03] 3 Phases to Bringing Your New Puppy Home

April 03, 2020 11:26 - 14 minutes - 14.6 MB

​This week I'm doing something a little different.  This is the audio version of a video series called 3 Phases to Bringing Your New Puppy Home.  If you are a future puppy owner than this mini training is perfect for you. In this episode, I talk all about Phase 03: Get to Work.  Right around day […] The post [Part 03] 3 Phases to Bringing Your New Puppy Home appeared first on Playtime Paws.