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Your host, Debbie (owner of Playtime Paws), is a positive trainer with a passion for dogs, their behavior and helping you create a well-behaved dog. This is a dog training and behavior podcast that with help you and your new puppy build good healthy habits right from the start. It will also help you understand your dog’s behavior and build a strong, fulfilling, and fun relationship for years to come.

Your New Puppy: Dog Training and Dog Behavior Lessons to Help You Turn Your New Puppy into a Well-Behaved Dog Debbie Cilento: Dog Trainer | Dog Behavior Consultant | Owner of Playtime Paws | Belly Rub Specialist

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Your host, Debbie (owner of Playtime Paws), is a positive trainer with a passion for dogs, their behavior and helping you create a well-behaved dog. This is a dog training and behavior podcast that with help you and your new puppy build good healthy habits right from the start. It will also help you understand your dog’s behavior and build a strong, fulfilling, and fun relationship for years to come.

    Why Not to Punish Puppy Potty Accidents

    Why Not to Punish Puppy Potty Accidents

    It can be counter intuitive but when your puppy has a potty accident, we shouldn't punish them.You may feel that you need to do something to let them know "this is wrong".  Or maybe you know that you're not supposed to punish your puppy's potty accidents but you're not sure why.In general, I discourage using punishment as a form of teaching your puppy anything.  But this question comes up a lot around potty training. In Episode #10: (Complete Guide to Potty Training Your Puppy), I talk about what to do when your puppy has an accident.  Punishment is never part of it.  In this episode, I'm going to talk about why that is. In this episode I talk about:* Why I get this question around potty training.* What I mean by "punishment". * What we are supposed to do with potty accidents.* Why dogs learn better when told what to do (instead of what not to do).* How puppies don't know going potty inside is wrong (yet!).Press play and enjoy!Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:YNP #010:  Complete Guide to Potty Training Your PuppyYNP #039:  The Most Common Potty AccidentsYNP #079:  Are You Still Struggling With Potty Training?Playtime Paws Academy:  A membership for dog and humans no matter where you are in your training journey.

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    Listener Questions

    Listener Questions

    When I receive multiple questions from my listeners around the same topic I know it's time to do a podcast episode about it.  But not all questions warrant a full episode but can still be useful to answer.So that's exactly what I did in this episode.  I gathered 5 questions that came from you, my listeners (through email and social media) and answered them here.If you like this format let me know and maybe we can make a series out of it!In this episode I talk about:* Older puppy (9 months) rejecting the crate overnight (1:19). * When its OK to leave your puppy for 2 weeks (4:02).* Can you move their crate around or use two different crates? (5:47).* How to deal with a picky eater (6:58).* How many litters should a breeder have at one time? (8:07).Press play and enjoy!Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:YNP #018: Ditch the Bowl and Make Mealtime an EventYNP #084: My Favorite DIY Puzzle FeedersPlaytime Paws Academy:  A membership for dog and humans no matter where you are in your training journey.

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    When Your Dog Hates the Rain

    When Your Dog Hates the Rain

    When your dog refuses to go outside in the rain, it can be annoying and time consuming.  It's even worse when you're trying to potty train a young puppy that isn't going to hold it until the rain stops.  For most dogs they will learn to tolerate it but for others it may always be a struggle. We know we should stay positive to try and change their association but when you've been outside for the 10th time in the rain and they still haven't gone it's hard not to let that frustration show through. Different things will work for different dogs.  That's why in this episode I run through a bunch of things that may help you pup's relationship to being wet and cold so both of you can spend more time inside the toasty warm house.  In this episode I talk about:* Rain gear. * Creating a special place in your yard.* Using a potty cue.* Change their association with the rain and rain gear.* Why does your dog love to swim but hates the rain (or their bath).Press play and enjoy!Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:Playtime Paws Academy:  A membership for dog and humans no matter where you are in your training journey.

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    Reasons to Muzzle Train Your Dog

    Reasons to Muzzle Train Your Dog

    Muzzle training your dog means exposing your dogs to wearing a muzzle in a positive, stress-free way (see resources below on how to do this).This is something that most of us never think (or want to think) about doing with our dog. It's understandable because muzzles have a bad rap and are thought of as a last resort for an aggressive dog.But there are many benefits beyond "controlling an aggressive dog".Any dog, when injured has the potential to bite.  Some dogs have a hard time handling the groomer or the vet.  These aren't "bad" or "aggressive" dogs.When we take away that bad stigma and don't hesitate to use one, it can bring all stress levels down and help everything go smoother.  My stance is, better to muzzle train your dog and never need it than be forced to put a muzzle on them for the first time in a stressful situation. As always, the resources I talk about in this episode are listed all below. In this episode I talk about:* Why every dog should be exposed to a muzzle regardless of their temperament. * Specific situations where we can reduce the stress of all involved by exposing our dog to a muzzle first. * Reasons to muzzle train that have nothing to do with aggression.* Reasons to use a muzzle while working on behavior modification.* Reasons not to hesitate to muzzle train your reactive dog.Press play and enjoy!Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:American Kennel Club: Dog Muzzles: When, Why, and How to Correctly Use ThemVet.Cornell.edu : Muzzle ChoicesMichael Shikashio: A video on how to Accumulate your dog to a muzzle (this is the guy to follow for ANY muzzle or aggressive dog content).Michael Shikashio: How to find the right fit for your dog.Playtime Paws Academy:  A membership for dog and humans no matter where you are in your training journey.

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    Four Things You May Not Know About Socialization

    Four Things You May Not Know About Socialization

    Socialization is the most important training you can do for your puppy.  It's also the most overlooked and misunderstood part of your puppy's training.When done correctly as a puppy, socialization creates a confident, well adjusted dog.  And who doesn't want that for their puppy?  I've gathered the 4 things I think are the most misunderstood about socialization to help correct any misconceptions.  This also serves as a crash course in socialization if you have no idea what it is. In addition, each topic has it's own podcast episode where you can learn even more.  As always, the resources I talk about in this episode are listed all below. In this episode I talk about:* What socialization is. * How socialization is about more than dogs.* How your puppy's experience matters.* How age matters.* When socialization is about dogs.Press play and enjoy!Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:YNP #074: How to Socialize Your Puppy Without Leaving Your House.YNP #063: My 7 Guidelines for Socializing Your DogYNP #021: Balancing Vaccines and SocializationYNP #013: Dog Park vs. Dog DaycareYNP #058: How to Recognize Appropriate Dog PlayPlaytime Paws Academy:  A membership for dog and humans no matter where you are in your training journey.

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    Is Your Dog Trying to Dominate You?

    Is Your Dog Trying to Dominate You?

    Is your dog trying to dominate you?  The short answer is no, they are not.  And though that might not come as a surprise to you, what isn't always clear is why it's not true.  Especially because this theory that dogs want to dominate us or some dogs are more "dominate" than others still comes up a lot in dog training. That's why I want to talk about where this dominance and alpha theory came from, how it's been debunked, and why it still persists even though we now know better. I believe this information is important because helps us better understand our dog and how they see the world so we can better communicate with them and teach them how we want them to behave in our human world.  As always, the resources I talk about in this episode are listed all below. In this episode I talk about:* Where the dominance and alpha theory came from. * How we now know that there's no such thing as an "alpha" dog in a natural wolf pack.* Why dominance and alpha theory is still (incorrectly) used.* What is actually happening when we think we see a "dominate" or "submissive" dog.* Why I think it's so important to understand the difference.Press play and enjoy!Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:International Wolf Center: An article by the organization that conducted the ordinal study on why they no longer use the term "alpha".Dave Mech (pronounced "meesh"): An article and video by the scientist that wrote the book that made the "alpha" theory popular on why it's no longer accurate. YNP #038: The One Thing You Need to Know About Dog Behavior.YNP #040: How to be Your Dog's Pack LeaderPlaytime Paws Academy:  A membership for dog and humans no matter where you are in your training journey.

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