Digging is a natural dog behavior. Dogs may do this for several different reasons, whether they have excess energy, they are bored, trying to relieve stress or need to cool down. Should we do something about it? What can we do about it? Let's discuss ideas. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership here ....
Jun 16, 2020•11 min•Ep. 55
Housetraining is a top priority when bringing home a new puppy. Learn how to be successful using our Puppy Potty Training Triangle. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership here ....
May 29, 2020•12 min•Ep. 54
Today I introduce you to our online training program and describe the great features you get as part of our Member's Only area. Whether you are a member wanting to know how to maximize your efforts or someone new to our site, we welcome you and want to help you get started right away! Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join ...
May 18, 2020•11 min•Ep. 53
Learn about the puppy zones and how to identify which zone your puppy is in - then use that information to get better training results and less puppy biting. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership here ....
May 08, 2020•14 min•Ep. 52
The only way your puppy knows to play when they first come to your home is how they played with their littermates. If you've ever watched puppies play you know they pounce on each other, bite paws, tails, ears and maybe even growl or bark. It is important from day one to start teaching your puppy to play with toys. This alone will prevent much of the initial puppy biting and mouthing that can occur. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppyScho...
Apr 27, 2020•12 min•Ep. 51
Use the training you teach your dog to live everyday life! Is there a behavior you'd love to change in the way your dog goes about their day? Come up with a plan of what you want it to look like, break it down into smaller behaviors and train your dog to do it! The structure creates harmony in our homes when living with our dogs. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly traini...
Apr 16, 2020•10 min•Ep. 50
Getting a new puppy soon? Here are a few basic things you can start from day one that will make a dramatic difference in your home. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership here ....
Mar 31, 2020•12 min•Ep. 49
Things are a bit different everywhere you look right now and this has changed the way we can socialize our puppies for the time being. Here are a few ideas to help you through as this passes as well as suggestions on helping puppies ease through transitions. Picture of puppies together Kentfield Kennels - Puppy Jumps In Bed Video Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly traini...
Mar 25, 2020•14 min•Ep. 48
In thinking about this week’s podcast, I decided to mix it up a bit and throw out a few training challenges for us to accomplish in the coming weeks. With many people spending more time at home, here are a few basic training challenges we encounter on a daily basis for you and your puppy to complete. Really challenge yourself and your puppy to see what level can my puppy achieve? I would love to see videos of things you and your puppy accomplish, even the novice successes as that is where we ALL...
Mar 17, 2020•21 min•Ep. 47
I get asked a fair amount of questions about puppies jumping on counters so today let’s help you make a training plan. We'll talk about what counter surfing is, how to prevent it and how to train better behavior. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership here ....
Mar 10, 2020•12 min•Ep. 46
This week I’ve been thinking a lot about loose leash walking. What makes it such a challenge for people? Are there different kinds of walks and really what is it we are wanting our dogs to do? In today's episode we discuss the challenges of teaching your puppy to walk loosely on leash as well as give you several training tips to try. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly tr...
Mar 03, 2020•12 min•Ep. 45
Today we are talking about guarding behaviors as it applies to dogs guarding their humans. Dogs may guard anything from their food, toys, chews, people, spaces - really anything they value as theirs and don’t want to lose. There are things we can do with very young puppies to prevent this from occurring as well as training methods we can employ to change a dog who currently guards into one who does not. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppy...
Feb 25, 2020•11 min•Ep. 44
Learn realistic expectations of normal puppy behaviors to help set both you and your new puppy up for success as you learn to live together! Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership here ....
Feb 20, 2020•23 min•Ep. 43
Today’s topic is all about helping multiple dogs in your household get along. If you have a dog who guards things from your other dog or maybe a puppy who just won’t give your older dog a break, today I will share a few tips on how this situation can change for the better. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membersh...
Feb 11, 2020•16 min•Ep. 42
Are you interested in having your dog take the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen test? Today we are talking about what it is, who can participate and how to prepare for it. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership here ....
Feb 04, 2020•22 min•Ep. 41
Sometimes we teach our puppies new behaviors but then never really use them. Today Amy shares four behaviors commonly taught to puppies and ideas of how you can use them in everyday life, helping you see how you can do this with any dog training behavior. If we don't use it we lose it, so set a goal to use the behaviors your dog knows on a daily basis. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site...
Jan 27, 2020•18 min•Ep. 40
I answer the following questions on today's episode: Why do we use food when it comes to dog training? What foods do I use with the dogs I train? What should I do if my puppy is picky and isn’t motivated by their food? What if my puppy gets an upset stomach and has loose stools? Note: I am not a veterinarian or dietary expert when it comes to dogs so please first and foremost consult your vet when determining the best diet for your puppy. I’m simply here to offer some tips and advice when it com...
Jan 21, 2020•22 min•Ep. 39
If you have a puppy, you know about puppy mouthing! Today Amy answers four main questions: Why do puppies mouth? Is my puppy being aggressive? What can I do about it? Will it last forever? Also, check out the video of a litter of puppies playing as mentioned in today's show here: https://youtu.be/QIdaqNjqOtw If you are interested in getting more puppy training help, join The Online Puppy School by visiting www.baxterandbella.com/learn-more . Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @...
Jan 14, 2020•20 min•Ep. 38
Timing is key in effective dog training. When we say timing we mean the second we mark the behavior we are looking for so our puppy understands exactly what they did to earn a reward. In this episode, Amy teaches you why timing matters, what good timing looks like and how to improve your own timing so your dog learns more quickly. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly train...
Jan 07, 2020•12 min•Ep. 37
Two very important behaviors every puppy should learn are drop it and leave it. What do they mean, when do we use them and how do we start training our puppy to do them? Find out on today's episode. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership here ....
Dec 17, 2019•12 min•Ep. 36
A key in dog training is to quickly transition from luring your puppy to rewarding your puppy. What does that mean? Learn how to effectively use food as a motivator in dog training without getting your puppy hooked on it. We want him to perform even when we don't have food. How do we do that? Have a listen. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our...
Dec 10, 2019•11 min•Ep. 35
Puppies grow into teenagers quite quickly! You'll notice when your puppy's entered this phase based on his sudden new interests, trying new behaviors and increase in energy. Here are a few tips on surviving - I mean - thriving in adolescence! Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership here ....
Dec 04, 2019•20 min•Ep. 34
It's that time of year again when guests arrive, food is out in all its glory and kids may be running around in excitement. This can all be super fun for a new puppy. But how do we help him to behave properly when the excitement and energy levels have gone up in our home? Here are a few tips to help you through the holidays. Enjoy! Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly trai...
Nov 26, 2019•13 min•Ep. 33
Do you have a dog who begs at the table? Learn three things you can teach your puppy to do instead during mealtimes as well as meal prep and snack times. Basically when there's food in the kitchen, teach your puppy to do this! Problem solving tips are also discussed. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership her...
Nov 18, 2019•17 min•Ep. 32
Does your puppy jump on people to say hello? Do they simply get WAY too excited when a person approaches? Here are three simple strategies you can teach your puppy today to prevent the jumping and train an alternate behavior. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE resources ! Join our membership here ....
Nov 12, 2019•9 min•Ep. 31
Today we are talking about the puppy who feels anxious around sounds. Thunder, fireworks, sirens or even every day household sounds can cause a puppy to feel anxious or fearful. Using the example of a vacuum cleaner, learn how to properly introduce your new puppy to a new sound and help him create positive associations to things he might otherwise show signs of fear. Instead, help build feelings of confidence in your new puppy! Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella...
Nov 05, 2019•14 min•Ep. 30
When was the last time you were around a toddler? This past weekend I spent time with my niece who is almost two and realized toddlers and puppies have a whole lot in common. Join me for a few minutes of enlightenment on just how similar these two groups are and get a better understanding of why your puppy does what he does in this stage of life. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for F...
Oct 28, 2019•19 min•Ep. 29
Does your puppy jump to say hi? Paw at you for food in your hand? Push you with his nose to get what he wants or bark at you to say, "I want that right now!" Puppies naturally see things they want and rush up to them to get things as fast as they can. Patience is something we must teach puppies if we want them behave more appropriately in our homes. Here are some ideas you can incorporate into your training to help your puppy be more patient and wait for things he wants. Support the show Follow ...
Oct 22, 2019•12 min•Ep. 28
Does your puppy bark and or lunge at other dogs or people when walking down the street? Are you embarrassed by your dog's behavior and wish you could hide? This is actually a fairly common issue with adolescent dogs but something that can be changed and has a high rate of success! In this episode Amy describes a simple training plan you can start today with your puppy to get him walking down the street with happy confidence. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Fa...
Oct 15, 2019•12 min•Ep. 27
Are you adding a new puppy to your family and already have a dog? Curious about how to first introduce them and what your new living situation will look like? In this episode Amy talks about how to introduce the new puppy to another dog, manage their daily activities and best practices for training. Support the show Follow us on social media Instagram @BAXTERandBella Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool YouTube @BAXTERandBella Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips ! Check out our FREE re...
Oct 07, 2019•13 min•Ep. 26
