When you bring a new puppy home and real life kicks back in — work schedules, school mornings, extracurriculars — your puppy is trying to figure out what this new rhythm means.

In this episode of the Puppy Training Podcast, we revisit the foundations of successful puppy training and break down the three most common mistakes new (and even experienced!) dog handlers make.

You’ll learn:

• Why waiting for bad behavior actually makes it worse — and what to do instead
• How saying “YES” more than “NO” transforms your puppy’s learning
• Why too much freedom too soon leads to accidents and frustration
• How shrinking your puppy’s space sets them up for housetraining success
• The surprising reason your “crazy” puppy might just need a nap
• How structure and routine create a calmer, more cooperative dog

Whether you’re managing everyday chaos with a brand-new puppy or simply need a back-to-basics reset, this episode will help you be more proactive, more intentional, and more confident in your training.

Because raising a great dog isn’t about being perfect — it’s about setting them up for success. 🐾

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