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Three Tip For Early Puppy Socialization
Puppy socialization is the most important thing to teach your puppy from ages 8 to 16 weeks. Some experts say from 4 to 12 weeks. The breeder will usually start socializing the puppy from 4-8 weeks by exposing it to a variety of different people, animals, sights, and sounds. And then when the owner takes the puppy at eight weeks, they continue until 12 weeks or even 16 weeks. When we start socializing our puppy, we need to consider vaccinations. Your veterinarian will provide

Dale Buchanan
5 days ago4 min read
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The Difference Between Dog Obedience Training and Behavior Modification
A lot of people get these two confused. They don't even know there's a difference at all, and they don't know that there's many different...

Dale Buchanan
Oct 65 min read
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Five Reasons to Keep Your Dog on a Leash
When you're out and about, you may see other dog owners with off-leash dogs. Sometimes, they keep in pace with their owners, heeling with...

Dale Buchanan
Oct 52 min read
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The Power of Group Dog Training
Let’s talk about the power of group training for your puppy or dog. This is not a class where you will learn foundational skills like...

Dale Buchanan
Jun 153 min read
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Top Gun Dog Training Wins The 2025 Best Dog Trainer Award in Huntsville, AL.
HUNTSVILLE, AL, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2025 -- Exclusively known in Huntsville, AL. area for his puppy training and dog behavior...

Dale Buchanan
May 132 min read
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Preventing Fear, Anxiety, and Stress in Your Puppy
I've trained a lot of puppies recently who have had fear, anxiety, and stress at eight or 10 or 12 weeks old, and I've also worked with a...

Dale Buchanan
Apr 207 min read
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It’s Not The Puppies Fault
Like it or not, potty training is not a puppy issue or a behavior problem. It’s your responsibility to teach a new puppy how to go potty...

Dale Buchanan
Mar 232 min read
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How to Stop Puppy Play Biting
One way puppies can explore the world and learn about things is with their mouth. They pick up everything from the ground and bite stuff...

Dale Buchanan
Mar 94 min read
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How to Build Leadership and Trust with Your Puppy
Puppies have different needs from humans. Contrary to what most new puppy owners think, building leadership and trust is not based on...

Dale Buchanan
Mar 64 min read
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7 Ways To Make Yourself A Great Dog Owner
Providing good care for your dog is more than just going through the motions of daily tasks. It's a deep understanding of your dog's...

Dale Buchanan
Mar 24 min read
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Top Gun Dog Training Voted Best in Pet Training in 2024
HUNTSVILLE, AL, January 27, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Well known in the Huntsville, AL area for his puppy training programs, Dale...

Dale Buchanan
Feb 123 min read
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Are Two Dogs Better Than One?
Seasoned dog owners might feel like they have been through it all with one pup, and thus, that they can tackle any challenge that comes...

Dale Buchanan
Feb 83 min read
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Behavior Problems with Overweight Dogs
A study from the National Library of Medicine shows that overweight dogs are more likely to engage in unwanted behaviors. The survey...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 302 min read
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Teaching Your Puppy It's Name
Your puppy must learn its name as soon as you bring them home. This should be one of the first things you teach them, along with potty...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 282 min read
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Feeding and Water Tips for Potty Training
One thing to remember about young puppies is that they have small bladders, small colons, and a speedy metabolism. They also have no...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 263 min read
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The Proper Mindset for Leash Training
The most important tip for starting a loose-leash walking journey with your puppy is to stay in the moment. Learn to connect to your...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 243 min read
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5 Things to Know Before Getting an Australian ShepherdÂ
There is no debating that an Australian Shepherd is a wonderful, adorable, loyal dogs, however they aren't for everyone. Just like for...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 183 min read
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6 Tips to Help You Raise a Cat and a Dog Together
Dogs and cats are not naturally inclined to fight one another; that idea is only a myth. Both animals can tolerate each other, and even...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 133 min read
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Why You Should Never Repeat Commands to Your Puppy
When I see many new puppy owners start a puppy training program, I hear them doing this a lot to their puppies: Dixie, sit, Dixie, sit,...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 134 min read
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Benefits of One-on-One Dog Training at Home
It is essential to select the right dog trainer. There are various options, including in-home private lessons, classes, or...

Dale Buchanan
Jan 82 min read
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