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Join expert trainers Bethany and Sparky from The Puppy Academy as they answer new puppy parents' questions to help make puppyhood easy!

  1. 5D AGO

    How To Overcome Separation Anxiety | Ep. 229

    Some pups acclimate to the crate right away, while others need some time to adjust. But even puppies who love it can still bark or whine inside to be let out. Opening the crate while your pup is at their noisiest could accidentally reward that behavior and have them do it more so you let them out. So what do you do when you need to take your puppy out but they won’t stop making noise?! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when it’s ready, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly!   Ep 229 Timestamps: *1:38 - How to let your puppy out of crate when they’re being noisy  11:06 - What to do with severe separation anxiety? 15:14 - How to stop a puppy from eating stones, grass, weeds, and flowers in the garden? 21:38 - What age do puppies typically start signaling that they need to go outside to potty? 25:45 - How long should safe spaces be used before allowing a 10-week-old Goldendoodle more freedom in the home? 28:37 - What does it mean when a puppy starts sniffing the floor, ignores toys, and wanders around? For more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

    31 min

  2. JAN 20

    How To Overcome Separation Anxiety | Ep. 228

    There’s so much you can do to prepare for your new puppy…but separation anxiety isn’t something most new pup parents are ready to deal with when it happens. The endless crying, howling, panting, barking, scratching — it can be A LOT. And no one wants to see their new pup stressed out when you leave them alone. Separation anxiety is one of the most difficult things new puppy parents deal with. Not everyone will experience it, but when you do, it can be real RUFF. But we’re here to help! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when it’s ready, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly!  Ep 228 Timestamps: *3:15 - How to handle separation anxiety in one puppy while raising two 5-month-old Papillon/Chihuahua mix puppies? 12:52 - What's the ideal schedule for a 9-month-old Cavapoo? 17:55 - What to do if an 11-week-old puppy grabs treats and runs outside the crate but sleeps calmly in it afterward? 23:50 - How to know when it's time to extend out of crate for a 9-month-old puppy? 25:43 - How to stop a 3-month-old puppy from eating everything he finds outside? 27:15 - Tips to help with separation anxiety with a 4-month-old Toy Poodle 30:56 - How to teach a 13-week-old Vizsla to settle in a playpen when she does well in her crate? For more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

    36 min

  3. JAN 13

    What To Do On DAY 1 With Your New Puppy! | Ep. 227

    You’ve been anticipating this day and now it’s finally here: time to bring your puppy home! Sooo what do you do after you get them? What SHOULD you do? What SHOULDN’T you do? How do you set up your home? What do you DO with them?!  Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when it’s ready, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly!  Ep 227 Timestamps: 1:03 - How to stop biting with a 9-week-old Bernedoodle when toy redirection only works briefly? 6:59 - How to transition a 1-year-old Dachshund from being crated when alone to settling calmly outside the crate? 11:45 - What’s the best setup for potty training a 9-week-old high-energy English Cocker Spaniel when you work full-time and have limited daytime availability? *16:04 - Tips for Day 1 of bringing home an 8-week-old male Cavapoo? 20:27 - How to reinforce a strong recall in a 10-month-old Golden Retriever who gets easily distracted off-leash? 23:40 - What to do if a 9-week-old puppy loves the playpen but hates the crate? 26:48 - Is it normal for an 8-week-old puppy to growl during tug, and how should “Drop-it” be taught? For more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

    31 min

  4. 12/16/2025

    Does Your Small Puppy Bark & Growl At Other Dogs On Walks? | Ep. 226

    It’s a thing: there’s a lot of small breed pups who like to bark and even growl at dogs bigger than them. But why is this?! Are they trying to look tough? Appear bigger than they are? Try to give a warning? Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when it’s ready, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly! Ep 226 Timestamps: *1:52 - What to do with a 4-month-old Havanese puppy who’s growling at people and dogs on walks 9:27 - What breeds do you recommend for a single senior? 12:28 - How to stop a 17-week-old Cava-malt pup from biting constantly? 14:02 - What to do when a 16-month-old Old English Sheepdog bites during grooming and also pulls hard on the leash? 19:02 - Is a slip collar or a harness better for handling an 80-pound dog? 19:41 - Best tips for getting a 2-year-old pup stay in place 22:19 - How to stop a 4-month-old puppy from barking at certain toys? 27:10 - What to do when an 8-year-old Yorkie suddenly begins everywhere with your 11-month-old Rottie?  For more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

    30 min

  5. 12/09/2025

    How To Handle Puppy Mouthing! | Ep. 225

    Is your puppy always biting at your hands and gnawing on your fingers? It’s definitely one of their favorite (but also painful!) things to do. Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when it’s ready, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly! Ep 225 Timestamps: *1:10 - What to do with puppy mouthing DEMO! 4:42 - Top tips for preventing separation anxiety in a 2.5-month-old Aussiedoodle 13:38 - What is a good amount of time to leave a 7-month-old puppy out of the crate? 21:48 - Where to start when getting a new puppy? 22:39 - How to handle early food aggression in a 10-week-old Pomeranian? 26:15 - Why a trainer may recommend using a harness with 5-month-old Lab mix before starting their training program  29:10 - When and how to transition a 4-month-old German Shepherd–Chow mix from treat-based training to reliable obedience without treats? For more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

    32 min

  6. 12/02/2025

    Tips For Potty Training In COLD Weather | Ep. 224

    Potty training is tough enough — but throw in some bitter cold temperatures and snow, and it’s a whole other challenging level added! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when it’s ready, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly! Ep 224 Timestamps: *1:10 - Tips for safely potty training an 8-week-old Cavalier King Charles puppy in harsh winter conditions 6:46 - Puppy tips for Thanksgiving!  16:23 - What to do if a 4-month-old Beagle–Dachshund puppy cries nonstop when left alone, even though they have a 1-year-old Beagle companion? 21:11 - Potty training routine guideline for a 15-week-old puppy whose owners work full-time but have someone who visits twice a day For more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

    29 min

  7. 11/25/2025

    When Can Your Puppy Get MORE Out Of Crate Time? | Ep. 223

    Crate training is an important part of everyday life for young puppies — but when do you know your pup is ready for more time OUT of the crate?! We know YOU’RE probably ready for it — but that may not mean your puppy is quite yet! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when it’s ready, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly! Ep 223 Timestamps: *1:46 - When is it appropriate to give a 6-month-old Cocker Spaniel extra time outside the crate? 8:20 - How to help a 9-week-puppy stop biting? 12:03 - How do you handle a new puppy crying nonstop in the crate when trainers disagree about whether to let them cry? 16:34 - How to train a 12-week-old puppy who leaves pee trails but won’t fully pee outside? 20:03 - How do you stimulate a puppy without going outside? 23:57 - Tips for a 7-month-old Golden Retriever who is is very hard to train 28:12 - Advice for raising a 2-month-old French Bulldog puppy  28:47 - Is it normal for a 13-week-old puppy to whine in the crate before settling when someone is home, and will it go away? For more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

    30 min

  8. 11/18/2025

    Dealing With CRAZY Puppy Biting! | Ep. 222

    One of the most painful (literally!) parts of puppyhood is dealing with puppy biting! Those puppy teeth are SHARP. Pups don’t know their strength yet, and they can get super mouthy with everything and anything! Check out the timestamps to find what other puppyhood help you’d like answers on and join us every Wednesday at 1pm PT on Instagram or TikTok to ask your questions live! Full episodes can be viewed on our YouTube channel every Monday. To get notified when it’s ready, sign up for our VIP (Very Important Puppy) list and we’ll email it to you directly! Ep 222 Timestamps: 1:03 - How to stop a 14-week-old German Shorthaired Pointer from peeing in the crate when you leave the house *5:44 - Advice for stopping a 12-week-old German Shepherd puppy from biting when nothing seems to work 15:58 - Should you start crate training a teacup Yorkie on the very first day you bring her home? 16:27 - How to get a 15-week-old Cockapoo puppy to stop biting 17:06 - How to prepare and crate a 150-pound dog for an 18-hour flight? 24:26 - Why would a 12-week-old puppy scream nonstop after coming out of the crate, even though they go in easily? 27:50 - How to stop an 11-month-old puppy from biting a friend’s 1.5-year-old Toy Poodle For more help with puppyhood, visit www.thepuppyacademy.com 🐶

    36 min
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Join expert trainers Bethany and Sparky from The Puppy Academy as they answer new puppy parents' questions to help make puppyhood easy!

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    The Puppy Academy
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
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