

Puppy 101: Training and Discipline
It is important to start basic obedience when the dog is still a young puppy. Animal Medical Center on Romany's Dr. Donworth shares some tips for training and discipline for your new puppy. 1. No biting. A family pet should NEVER EVER under ANY circumstances put their teeth on human skin, even in play. This is the most important lesson of all. All puppies bite. It does not make them a 'bad' dog, but it is important to teach them not to do it. We will show you training techni

Puppy 101: How do I housebreak my puppy?
First in a series of posts about how to care for a new puppy. How do I housebreak my puppy? This always the first question owners have with a new puppy - and for good reason. It is important to do take the right approach the beginning. Do not use puppy training pads or newspapers. While this is easier in the short term, in the long term all it does is teach the pup to urinate and defecate in the house, which is the exact opposite of what you are trying to achieve. Crate train