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How to Stop Puppy Barking and Crying in Crate
It’s important to note that some barking or crying in the crate from your puppy is normal at the beginning. The acclimation period of...

Dale Buchanan
Jul 21, 20233 min read
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Why Are So Many Puppies Being Re-Homed?
Why are so many puppies being re-homed? This is a great question; I've been thinking about this for a while. I've had a lot of clients of...

Dale Buchanan
Jul 19, 20236 min read
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How to Meet the Needs of Your Puppy
In this article, I will lay out a formula for you about the things you need to create a healthy, happy, and obedient puppy . These five...

Dale Buchanan
Jul 17, 20235 min read
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The Importance of Puppy Socialization
The critical period for socializing a puppy is between 4-16 weeks old. The breeder starts socializing them with various people, animals,...

Dale Buchanan
Jul 15, 20232 min read
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Why Your Dog Must Have Mental Stimulation
Pet ownership has come a long way in the last few years. Many owners are now prioritizing a healthy diet, holistic medicine, and regular...

Dale Buchanan
Jul 11, 20233 min read
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No is Not a Cue
I hear many puppy owners using the word no for puppy training, I have other methods to use instead, and I will teach you those in this...

Dale Buchanan
Jul 9, 20233 min read
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Why Your Puppy's Behavior is Not Improving
In this article, I discuss the top three reasons why your puppy's behavior is not improving. This article is also Puppy Talk Podcast...

Dale Buchanan
Jul 8, 20233 min read
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Potty Training and Puppy Vaccines
Can You Take Your Puppy Outside Before it is Fully Vaccinated? This is a great question that was a comment on one of my YouTube videos. ...

Dale Buchanan
Jul 6, 20233 min read
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Top 3 Potty Training Mistakes
My most popular Puppy Talk Podcast episode has been almost two years ago on How to Potty Training Your Puppy . I continue to receive...

Dale Buchanan
Jul 3, 20232 min read
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The Benefits of Positive Reinforcement Training
Training a new puppy is never easy; it takes a lot of time and effort. Positive Reinforcement Training uses a rewards-based system that...

Dale Buchanan
Jul 2, 20232 min read
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Five Activities for Herding Dogs
Border collies, Australian shepherds, German shepherds, Corgis, and other herding dogs love the great outdoors and all its charms. These...

Dale Buchanan
Jun 29, 20232 min read
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5 Reasons to Have Your Dog Trained by a Professional Dog Trainer
Many dog owners make the mistake of thinking that a professional dog obedience trainer isn't necessary. They often think that whatever...

Dale Buchanan
Jun 26, 20232 min read
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Hyperactivity in Dogs
Hyperactivity is one of the most common behavioral problems in dogs. It's also one of the most difficult to diagnose, as there are many...

Dale Buchanan
Jun 23, 20232 min read
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Dog Park vs Doggie Daycare
All dogs need exercise, mental stimulation, and socialization to make them well-balanced. It’s up to the owner to provide daily mental...

Dale Buchanan
Jun 22, 20232 min read
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