YNP #107: Stop Dinnertime Chaos

Dinner should be a chance to relax, not a nightly negotiation with your dog. In this episode of Your New Puppies Podcast, I’m breaking down one of the

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YNP #106: Three Ways to Upgrade Your Walk

Potty training was going so well… until it suddenly wasn’t.   Let's discuss why potty training regression is completely normal, what it actually means, and how to get back on

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How to Teach Your Dog to Play Fetch

Playing fetch is one of the fundamental images when we think about adopting a dog.  There's something joyful about throwing a ball and having your pup come running

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YNP #101: Can I Play Tug of War With My Dog?

Tug of war is a game that dogs LOVE to play.  Yet I always get asked the question "Can I play tug of war with my dog?" The

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YNP #100: Things I Believed About Dogs Before I Became a Dog Trainer

Welcome to Episode 100 of Your New Puppies Podcast! I’m thrilled to celebrate this milestone with you, my amazing listeners.  As I reflect back, I started to think

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YNP #097: Hot Weather Activities for Your Dog

Just about every dog is going to have some trouble with the hot weather.   For some dogs even a slight elevation in temperature will find them seeking

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YNP #096: Is Pet Insurance Worth It?

It can be counter intuitive but when your puppy has a potty accident, we shouldn't punish them. You may feel that you need to do something to let

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YNP #094: Are Your Kids Ready for a Dog? With Justine Schuurmans

If you're a parent, how do you know if your kids are ready for a dog?  And if they are, how do you prepare them for bringing that

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YNP #091: Listener Questions

Is your dog trying to dominate you?  The short answer is no, they are not.   And though that might not come as a surprise to you, what

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YNP #090: When Your Dog Hates the Rain

If you have a dog that refuses to go outside in the rain. you know how annoying and time consuming it is.  It's even worse when you're trying

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