Training Puppy the First Week
People are often under the impression that a young puppy cannot be trained. In reality puppies learn very quickly with proper instruction. The first few days in a new home are extremely important for your puppy and the precedents you set now will usually last a lifetime.
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House Training Your Puppy
The most important thing you can do to make house training happen as quickly as possible is to reward and praise your puppy every time he goes in the right place. The more times your puppy is rewarded, the quicker he will learn. It's important that you spend as much time as possible with your puppy and give him regular and frequent access to his toilet area.
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Training Your Puppy about Biting, Mouthing
Biting and mouthing is common in young puppies and dogs especially in play and while teething. Dogs must learn to inhibit their bite and normally, they would learn this from their mother, their littermates and other members of the pack. But, because we take them away from this environment before this learning is completed, we must take over the training.
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Training Tips for the New Puppy Owner
If your puppy is to be a well adjusted adult dog, she needs to learn how to act properly around people, including children and other animals. A puppy that is not socialized frequently grows up to be aggressive and fearful. Read more on important pointers on puppy biting, socializing puppy, puppy chewing, puppy whining, jumping and house training your puppy.
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Crate Training Your Puppy
Crate training is probably one of the most important things you train your dog or puppy to enjoy and look forward to. A crate is not a prison... in fact it is a den, and if you take the time to show your dog or puppy how comfortable and secure his or her den can be - they will enjoy it for a lifetime ! keep reading ...

Training Puppy to Curb Submissive Urination
Submissive urination is a normal way for your puppy to demonstrate submissive behavior. Even a dog that is otherwise housetrained may leave dribbles and puddles of urine at your feet when greeting you. Submissive urination is the ultimate show of respect and deference for higher rank. It occurs frequently with a young puppy who has not yet learned and perfected other social skills and means of showing respect.
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Training Puppy to Stop Excitement Urination
Excitement urination with a puppy is usually caused by lack of bladder control. The puppy is not aware that he is urinating, and any punishment will only confuse him. As your puppy matures and develops bladder control, the problem will usually disappear. In the mean time, it is a good idea to implement the following training steps to help keep your puppy dry. Continue reading ...

Training Your Puppy about the Collar, Leash and Stairs
Introducing your puppy to his collar, leash and the stairs can be a challenge. If your puppy is trained properly, it will be simple, satisfying and successful. Always use praise and lures rather than force. Don't rush your puppy into doing more than she can, take things "one step at a time". Continue reading ...