You will need something that is referred to as an "ex-pen" if your puppy cannot be confined to the kitchen or other safe area by means of doors or gates...

I know many of you won't want to hear this, but you're responsible for making the commitment to train your Goldendoodle to behave properly at home, when guests are visiting, and away from home...

Did you know you could get your dog to adore its baths, brushing and clippings Puppies need to get accustomed to their grooming; beginning early while still young is the best time for puppies...

If you have just purchased a puppy and are planning to move into an apartment, then you could have some interesting times ahead of you – there are pet friendly apartments out there, but you will need to train your dog before you move in...

If you want a puppy adopt one of the many abandoned puppies that can be found in pounds or animal shelters...

While many of us have heard of large dogs needing to be rescued we may not realize that this fact holds true for puppies as well...

Have you ever passed by a pet store only to turn around and walk back to stare at the antics of an adorable bundle of fluff...

Puppies are not naturally wilful They are like small children in that they need clear and straight forward guidance from you if they are to figure out exactly what you expect them to do...

Ready for a puppy Great...

Having the right dog crate when you start raising a new puppy is essential for various reasons Some puppies do not yet know how to cope with large open spaces since they are new to the home and a perfect size dog crate can help calm him down...

So you’ve decided it’s time your family had a dog Your kids have bugged you for months and after seeing how happy your neighbors seem with their wonderful pet you’ve given in and you’re ready to go dog shopping...

Believe it or not there is a lot of work that goes into being a good dog trainer, and the majority of it is a mental thing...

Is your puppy a tinkler If he is you are probably wondering if he will ever grow out of it...

Often times people will say that puppy training is challenging but in actuality it is not the training that is easy or hard, it is the way that you approach the puppy training that decides whether it will be a challenge or not...

In the puppy’s world the rules are simple He is looking for assurance and emotional support and is eager to please...

When you bring home your new puppy, they are so cute and playful, jumping around and getting into everything, oops accidents everywhere...

When I announced we added a new addition to our family, the parents were hoping for a grandchild; not a new puppy...

It's not too difficult to be misinformed on the right time to start training a new puppy As a result, I've compils the following 10 tips to help guide you along the path of successful initail training...

Whether you have never owned a dog and are planning on getting a new puppy, or have had dogs in the past and are considering getting a new puppy, there are a few items to consider to prepare your home for the puppy to arrive...

A portable crate is the most effective tool in housebreaking a dog It is good because it develop the natural instinct of dogs to keep their area clean...

Owning a puppy is a responsibility and there are many things to consider before you buy one You will need to take into account your lifestyle future and present, your children and other members of your household...

One thing that puppies really hate is separation If it was up to them they would be by your side at all times...

Dogs are not born with soft mouths, but they can learn to bite softly if taught properly, which means plenty of information and communication from you and from other dogs...

Wicker dog beds can look nice but they are usually better suited to adult dogs Young puppies may be better with a plastic or a bean bag bed...

There is nothing quite like a new puppy A few weeks after you bring your puppy home though the kids are not as interested and your puppy becomes very mobile, and if you’re not careful they can become very destructive...

All Shih Tzu puppies need to learn to tolerate grooming at an early age Grooming your Shih Tzu is more than cosmetic...

You've made the decision to bring a new puppy into your home You've researched which breed will best suit your family and lifestyle and you've chosen where you're going to get your puppy from...

One of the most extensively searched puppy related areas on the Internet is how to get a puppy to stop chewing, probably because it is a very natural thing for a puppy to do… It is one of the ways he explores his world...

So now you have your adorable teacup Chihuahua home the bonding process has begun and the both of you are having more fun than ever...

Every family loves the idea of having a dog and that doesn't mean single people shouldn't have a dog by the way...