Puppy Training and Home Essentials
Bringing home a puppy is exciting, but it often comes with sleepless nights and chewed-up furniture. I am here to help you navigate the early days, teaching you how to build a lasting bond through understanding, not just commands.
Bringing a new puppy home is exciting but can also be overwhelming. This is an ad for my "Puppy Parenting 101" class, where I cover everything you need to know to get started on the right foot, from house-proofing to initial training.
Is your puppy chewing on everything? In this Q&A clip, I explain that this is likely due to teething, a normal but painful process. I offer two key tips: provide appropriate chew outlets like frozen carrots and manage their environment to prevent access to furniture.
If you have a picky eater or a dog who grazes all day, this simple technique can help. By setting designated meal times and removing the bowl after 20 minutes, you teach your dog to eat when food is available, creating a healthy routine.
Teaching your dog to go to their bed on command is a wonderful management tool. In this video, I break down three ways to make their bed a favorite spot, using positive association and enrichment to build value before introducing the verbal cue.
Many dogs are scared of the hair dryer, which can make grooming stressful. Here are four simple steps using positive reinforcement and treats to desensitize your dog to the sound and feel of the dryer, turning a scary experience into a calm one.
Crate training is an essential skill for safety, travel, and management. This video demonstrates the beginning stages of teaching a dog to happily go into their crate, using positive reinforcement to build a great association with their personal space.
About this collection
Let’s be real about teething and potty training—it is exhausting. Instead of just saying 'no' when your pup bites your sofa, we will look at providing the right outlet for their natural chewing instinct. I will show you how to manage your home layout and set a routine that actually works, so you can stop stressing and start enjoying your puppy.
The transition from being a pet-less household to a puppy parent is a massive shift. I help you handle this phase by shifting your focus from 'fixing' behavior to understanding why it happens.
Why Puppy Training Goes Beyond 'Sit'
Most training advice focuses on obedience, but I focus on coexistence. When your puppy bites, it is rarely just about them being naughty; it is often about teething pain, lack of mental stimulation, or simply being overtired. I teach you how to read your puppy’s body language, identify their stress signals, and provide appropriate outlets like frozen treats or enrichment games that naturally stop the destructive behavior.
My Approach to Your Home Setup
I don’t believe in harsh discipline. Everything we do is force-free, relying on positive reinforcement to build trust. Whether you are struggling with crate training, house-breaking, or stopping your puppy from jumping on guests, I provide:
- Environment Assessment: We look at your home layout to see what might be triggering the behavior.
- Actionable Plans: You receive a written summary and step-by-step plan via email or WhatsApp within 48 hours of our session.
- Hands-on Guidance: For Bangalore-based clients, I offer 75-minute home visits to work with you in your actual living space. For those outside Bangalore, we achieve the same results through video consultations where we review your daily routines.
Why Start Early?
Early puppyhood is a critical window for socialization and habit formation. By setting up a consistent routine now—for meal times, bed time, and play—you prevent major behavioral issues down the road. You do not need to do this alone. Let’s sit down, talk through your specific challenges, and make sure both you and your puppy are happy in your home.
Shivani Kuthe
I wasn't always a 'dog person'—I actually used to be terrified of them! That changed when I rescued my cat, Fai, and realized how much we can learn from animals if we just listen. Now, I use that empathy to help pet parents bridge the gap between human expectations and natural dog behavior.
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