managing puppy problems

Having a puppy join your home is a joyful event! Puppies are adorable bundles of uncontained energy. Our role as their human family is to guide them in ways that make living in the human-centered world a piece of cake...or as near to it as we can. Here are resources on common issues that new puppy parents face. Take heart! Where there's a problem, there's a solution!

Biting

Those sharp little teeth hurt when they contact skin! And they can wreak havoc on items like furniture or clothing. There's help! Learn more about the why of puppy biting and how to address it.

Housetraining

Some puppies are housetrained quickly and easily. They just seem to "get it." Others take longer and require more patience. Try not to get frustrated! Check out our resources!

Rehoming

Sometimes it is in puppy's best interest to change homes. This can be heartbreaking, but there are resources to help you or someone you know find a safe and happy new home for puppy.

Crate Training

There are so many good reasons to train puppy to enjoy being in a crate! Find out more about the benefits of crate training as well as tips on how to organize your training.

Spay/Neuter

Many of us have been accustomed to spaying or neutering our pups, but there's been a lot of research demonstrating the benefits of delaying these surgeries or leaving pups intact. Educate yourself!