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Puppy Essentials & First Steps: Raising Your New Pup

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Bringing a new puppy home is a wild, wonderful ride. We help you navigate those early, chaotic days with practical guidance on everything from house training to mastering your pup's first commands.

Thinking of getting a puppy? We outline the most important things to consider, like the puppy's age, choosing an ethical breeder, and checking the health of the mother to ensure you're making a responsible choice.

Avoid common mistakes new puppy parents make. This video covers what not to do, such as getting overly excited, constantly picking them up, or creating resource guarding, to help you raise a confident, well-adjusted dog.

Leash training is a fundamental skill. We show you how to introduce the leash and collar with positive reinforcement, using treats to encourage your puppy to walk calmly by your side, starting indoors before heading outside.

When should you put a collar on your puppy? We recommend desensitizing them to a soft, lightweight collar from the day they come home to ensure they are comfortable and safe for future leash training.

A collar that's too loose or too tight is a safety hazard. We demonstrate the "two-finger rule" to ensure your puppy's collar is fitted correctly for both comfort and security during walks.

Teaching "roll over" is a fun trick that builds your bond. This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to use a treat to lure your puppy into the position, rewarding them at each stage until they master the command.

The "center" command is an impressive trick that builds focus. A four-month-old puppy demonstrates how to learn this skill, guiding them between your legs with treats and positive reinforcement.

Pulling things from your dog's mouth can turn into a game of tug-of-war and create resource guarding. We show you how to trade for a high-value treat instead, teaching them to "drop it" willingly.

About Puppy Essentials & First Steps

Most new parents accidentally teach resource guarding by chasing their puppy or grabbing things from their mouth. We show you how to trade items for high-value treats instead. It is a simple swap that builds trust, turning that frantic 'drop it' game into a skill that actually works.

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At DogNation, we don't just train dogs; we teach pet parents to speak 'dog'. We are a pack based in Bellandur who believe the best way to raise a happy citizen is by understanding why they do what they do.