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How to Take Care of a New Puppy: Essential Supplies Guide

New puppy with crate, bowls, leash, toys, and other essential puppy supplies

Taking care of a new puppy comes down to a few basics: provide a safe home, nutritious puppy food and fresh water, regular potty breaks, plenty of sleep, gentle training, positive socialization, and appropriate veterinary care. You will also need a handful of practical supplies, including a crate, bowls, bedding, leash, collar, toys, treats, and… Read More

How to Stop a Puppy From Jumping Up and Biting When Excited

how to stop puppy from jumping and biting

If you’re dealing with a bouncy, nippy little fur missile, you’re definitely not alone. Puppies jump and bite for all kinds of reasons. Some are teething. Some are looking for attention. Some are full of energy and have no clue what to do with it yet. And sometimes, they are just tired little chaos machines… Read More

Puppy Training: A Simple Guide for New Dog Owners

puppy training and getting praised with a treat

Bringing home a puppy is exciting, sweet, messy, and honestly, a little wild. One minute they are curled up like an angel. The next minute they are chewing a shoe, peeing on the rug, or zooming across the room like they just drank coffee. Puppies are adorable, but they do not come home knowing the… Read More