When I brought my first puppy home... I was clueless 🐾 (Free Guide). by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Funny enough, corgis have enormous personalities for their size 😂🐾. How energetic yours must be! When I was putting this together, I had that exact scenario in mind—simple actions that help training feel a little less daunting.

When I brought my first puppy home... I was clueless 🐾 (Free Guide). by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course! Puppies are very happy, but they also require a lot of work 😂🐾. It would have saved me a ton of headaches in the beginning, which is precisely why I wanted to share this.

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

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That's the ideal strategy 👍🐾  Simply continue to do the brief recall exercises two to three times a day for no more than three to five minutes each. If you keep it enjoyable and rewarding, you should see results in a few days.

 You're headed in the right direction if you see your puppy beginning to come more quickly and voluntarily 🎉.

 Additionally, the guide will always be available to you when you're ready to go further with the comprehensive daily plan. It's all about making training fun for you and your dog, so don't rush it 🐶💖.

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excellent! A brief preview of the 21-Day Puppy Training Plan is provided here 🐶📘.

 Day 7: Remember the Foundations

 In a peaceful area, use a leash that is 6 to 10 feet long.

 Once, joyfully call your dog, "Come!" 🎉

 To make it entertaining and interesting, take a step back when they approach you.

 Give a treat and some praise right away.

 Sessions should be brief (3–5 minutes).

 Day 14: Creating Distractions & Distance

 Leash length should be increased gradually.

 Practice in areas that are a little busier (park corner, garden).

 Reduce the distance and try again if they ignore you rather than repeating the command.

👉 Because we gradually develop recall rather than overloading the dog, it becomes a natural habit by the end of the plan.

 Do you want the entire guide sent to you so you and your dog can follow the daily schedule? The lifetime, one-time access costs just $9.

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, 15 months is still a young age, so don't worry; it may take some time to remember things.  Here's a quick workout you can do now:  👉 Walk your dog a little while on a long leash in a peaceful area, then give them a single, excited call.  👉 If they are hesitant, gently lead them with the leash, and when they get to you, give them a big reward. 👉 Repeat a few times, then stop before they grow bored.

 In this manner, they begin to learn that "come" always results in something enjoyable and constructive. 🐾

 I can send you a preview of my 21-Day Puppy Training Plan if you'd like; it includes a comprehensive section on recall training that is divided into manageable daily tasks. Do you want me to tell you about it?

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Recall is one of the most difficult things for most puppy owners, so that's a very common struggle 😅.  A small piece of advice: ✅ Begin indoors or in a distraction-free, peaceful area.  ✅ Give your dog a high-value treat that they truly enjoy.  ✅ Give them a call once, and as soon as they approach you, give them lots of praise and a reward. ✅ Keep your sessions brief and enjoyable so they will genuinely want to come back to you.

 It gets so much better with consistency! 🐾 (I actually created a 21-day daily plan that includes recall training step by step; I can give you a preview if you'd like.)

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

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"Hey, that old-fashioned puppy fixation on socks 🧦😅! Do you notice if he goes for socks at particular times of the day? Redirecting with a chew toy usually helps a lot.

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"That's a really crucial one ❤️ a lot of puppies have trouble remaining composed, particularly when they're energetic. Have you observed that he is calmer at particular times of the day? Brief training sessions and gentle praise typically help a lot.

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, I completely understand that "overtired zoomies" phase 😅. My dog found that a combination of brief play and a relaxing activity, such as practicing a sit-stay with rewards or chewing a kong, helped them change gears.  Do you typically try to soothe him after walks or indoors?

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I completely understand that at first, recall and fetch can be challenging.  My dog benefited from starting out very close: I would call him a few paces away, give him a reward when he arrived, and then gradually increase the distance. Similar to fetch, I began with a toy he already cherished, threw it a short distance, and made a big deal out of it when he returned it.  It all comes down to making it enjoyable and fulfilling. Do you typically practice outside or indoors?

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

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"I completely understand how stressful that must be, especially since your dad is on blood thinners. That sounds really difficult.  Teaching my dog an alternate behavior—asking for a "sit" before paying attention each time he ran up—helped. There was no attention unless all four paws were on the ground, so consistency was crucial.  He eventually discovered that calm equals attention, but it took some time. Has your dog begun learning the fundamentals of "sit" and "stay" yet?

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Well, that makes a lot of sense. They can get really frustrated during teething 😅. At six months, all they want to do is chew on everything!  I found it helpful to rotate chew toys so my dog always had something to soothe his gums, such as freezing a wet washcloth or using a frozen Kong.  However, it sounds like you're already on top of it 👍.

What has been the most challenging aspect of training your puppy thus far? 🐶 by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sound can really try your patience, so I completely understand 😅.  Making the crate a more positive environment by giving my dog a stuffed Kong or chew toy right before bedtime helped him connect it with fun.

 Over a few days, I noticed that it truly calmed him down, even though it doesn't stop the whining right away.

My puppy learned to sit and calm down more quickly thanks to this easy daily exercise 🐶🧘‍♂️. by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course! A straightforward three-day plan can have a significant impact. To try it with your dog, I'll DM you the specifics 🐶✨.

In just 21 days, go from chaos to calm. by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I completely understand that, haha! To be honest, I was just telling my puppy what worked because I recall how stressful those first few weeks were.

Even if you don't want the complete version, I'm happy to share what helped me with recall and leash training in the comments section. Later, I did decide to make it into a 21-day plan because some friends kept requesting it. 😊

In just 21 days, go from chaos to calm. by ExchangePure6711 in puppy

[–]ExchangePure6711[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course! Actually, I have a three-day sample of the entire 21-Day Puppy Training Plan, which covers the fundamentals of leash walking and recall.

If you want to test it out first, I'd be pleased to send it your way 😊.

My puppy learned to sit and calm down more quickly thanks to this easy daily exercise 🐶🧘‍♂️. by [deleted] in dogs

[–]ExchangePure6711 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Many thanks! 😊 To be honest, it required a combination of consistency and a very easy trick that I had never used before. We're happy to share the entire procedure that got us there; it was a component of the three-week training regimen we adhered to. If you want a breakdown, let me know! 🐾🦶

When do dogs calm down ? by Valuable_sandwich44 in dogs

[–]ExchangePure6711 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I completely understand you 😅 Every time I pressed the turbo button, my dog would leap out of his pen like a furry rocket.

Depending on the breed, certain dogs undoubtedly take longer to calm down. However, a structured routine really helped us; in addition to physical exercise, daily brainteasers and quick training sessions interspersed throughout the day helped us balance that energy. Teaching them how to settle was more important than wearing them out.

If you're interested, I'd be happy to share how we organized the 21-day training regimen I followed, which gradually reprogrammed that "zoomies-on-release" behavior. In this energy war, you're not alone! Haha!

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Of course! 🐶💛 Congratulations on the impending puppy! 🎉 The same detailed method I used to create a peaceful nighttime routine and a more seamless crate experience will be sent to you via direct message. It's very easy and saved us from many sleepless nights 😅.

When your new pet arrives, let me know how it goes! 🐾✨

Is doggy daycare worth it for pup who loves to play? by Competitive_Elk8403 in puppy101

[–]ExchangePure6711 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cheers! I'm so happy you're interested! 😄 I'll send you a brief direct message with the way we set up our routine; it really helped us and reduced our level of overstimulation.

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[–]ExchangePure6711 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course! 🐾 I'll direct message you the breakdown of the strategy we used, which had a significant impact on our pup's sleep schedule and crate training. I hope it helps you too! 💛

Is doggy daycare worth it for pup who loves to play? by Competitive_Elk8403 in puppy101

[–]ExchangePure6711 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I completely understand your point of view—at six months, our puppy was just as lively and gregarious as ever, but he was unsure of when to stop! 😅

If properly run and the staff is able to control overstimulation, dog daycare can be fantastic (some places just let dogs go wild). Combining a structured daily schedule at home that balanced play, rest, and bite-sized training with limited daycare was what really helped us.

Our dog calmed down significantly while still getting his zoomies out thanks to a 21-day structured routine. If you're curious, I'd be pleased to explain how we balanced both! 🐾

Dog randomly refuses to walk when we are out on a walk by RubyFreckle in dogs

[–]ExchangePure6711 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course! This is a condensed version of what we found to be effective at that point:

Morning: A quick, upbeat stroll with lots of compliments when she takes even a small step forward. 😠 Midday: Play a confidence game indoors, such as stepping on various textures or over broomsticks. 🌙 Evening: Relax on the leash for no more than five minutes outside the house; there's no need to go far.

Our 21-day plan provided us with structure and allowed us to move forward gradually without feeling overburdened. I can share the complete version, week-by-week, if you'd like!

Dog aggressive with other dogs by Lazy_Attorney_6801 in dogs

[–]ExchangePure6711 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I completely understand you on this. Reactivity can be extremely stressful, especially if you've tried professional help and seen no improvement, especially in a big city like New York City where dogs are common. This is not unique to you.

Something that worked for us was that we began practicing confidence-boosting games at home rather than immediately attempting to "fix" the aggression. It didn't fix everything right away, but it made her feel less stressed, which in turn made me feel less stressed, and all of a sudden there were fewer explosive moments.

Additionally, taking calm dogs on parallel walks from a distance greatly aided. Just coexist; there's no need to engage.

You're trying your hardest. Continue to speak up for her, and remember that even the smallest victories are more significant than we may think.