Part 5 - How Puppies Learn
How Puppies Learn
The First 5 Things to Teach Your New Puppy
You’ve witnessed your dog's transformation through our basic obedience program, where they mastered essential commands and established a solid foundation. So, what's the next step for the truly devoted dog and owner? The answer is found in the engaging and effective realm of advanced group obedience training. You can purchase…
These FREE group dog training sessions are by invitation only in Huntsville, AL. You must have graduated from the Top Gun Dog Training basic dog obedience program. Exceptions will be made for puppies or dogs currently enrolled in our training program who have excelled in learning the foundational skills needed…
Here is a short video from our group training on May 4, 2025 at Bridge Street.
Most behavior problems in adult dogs stem from fear or anxiety that started early and went unaddressed. Here are some tips to help prevent Fear, Anxiety, and Stress in your puppy: 1. Early Socialization 2. Create a Secure Environment 3. Reading Body Language 4. Building Confidence Through Training 5. Avoiding…
Seasoned dog owners might feel like they have been through it all with one pup, and thus, they can tackle any challenge that comes their way. Don't let that fool you. Experience with one dog at a time is much different than juggling two or more. That being said, how…
A study from the National Library of Medicine shows that overweight dogs are more likely to engage in unwanted behaviors. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5468744/ How to prevent dogs from getting overweight 1. Plenty of exercise 2. Plenty of enrichment and mental stimulation. 3. Monitor their food intake. 4. No Snacking. You can purchase…
In this episode, I discuss how to set your puppy up for success by making better decisions to replace unwanted behaviors. • Stop directing them • Allow them to decide independently - use leash training for this. • Do the chair exercise. • Praise them subtly when they make a…
Dogs and cats are not naturally inclined to fight; that idea is a myth. Both animals can tolerate each other and even get along very well. However, you need to understand how their minds work. 1. It's the personality that matters, not the breed 2. Consider getting a puppy and…