The experience of owning a puppy has its joys and headaches. We all know how darn cute puppies are, we all laugh at how pudgy and clumsy they can be, and we definitely know how sharp those little teeth are.

Owning a puppy comes with a lot of responsibility. Not only are you responsible for feeding them, cleaning up after them, and making sure they are healthy; but more importantly you are responsible for making sure they grow up to be well mannered and well socialized dogs.

I would not take obedience commands very seriously at this stage in their lives. Although you can start having fun with sit and down, these things can be taught later. Puppies between the ages of 7 and 16 weeks are at a very important stage in their lives where they are like sponges; they soak up everything. Now is the crucial time to socialize and expose them to new sights, smells, noises, people, dogs and other puppies. You can not get this time period back, so spend some time doing things correct the first time.

Unleashed Unlimited Dog Training has recently added Puppy Consultations to our list of services. During the in-home puppy classes, we address the following topics:

Effective Tips for Potty Training

Proper Handling Skills

Leadership Skills for Your Family

Appropriate and Fun Games

Eliminate Play Biting

Socializing Skills and Exercises

Overview of Puppy Safety

Since implementing the program, we have worked with several clients in the Austin area and gotten them on the right track with their puppies. Our most consistent feedback is that simple changes we suggested have seemed to stop unwanted behavior and given the owners the right information on how to handle their pups.

For more information about Unleashed Unlimited Dog Training in the Austin area, please contact us to set up a free demo and evaluation with YOUR dog.