Author Archives for Peg and Sydney

Daily Schedule for a Puppy

Hi Puppy People, You asked and we listened! We’ve had regular requests for what a daily schedule with a new puppy looks like. Here is your sample daily schedule complete with the doggie details you want to remember to include each day. Because everyone’s days are different this is meant to be used only as… View Article

Count Down to Puppy – Part 3 of 3

A New Life Together In this final installment of our series, we’ll get you ready for the car ride home and walk you through what to expect in the early days. We will provide links that show fun things to do. It is important to do these exercises with your puppy, as they learn best… View Article

Count Down to Puppy – Part 2 of 3

It Takes a Village Part two of our series is designed to help you build the support group that you will need when you bring your pup home. Find a Low Stress, Fear Free Vet Why is this important? Imagine a scenario where you are working diligently to raise a relaxed, confident dog. Then you… View Article

Count Down to Puppy – Part 1 of 3

Pre Puppy Preparation New puppy on the way! Yahoo! You are probably feeling excitement mixed with some nervousness. This is completely natural. This three part series will help you organize your pre-puppy preparation, resources and support system. It will also help you navigate your pup’s homecoming and your first week together. Toys, Treats and Supplies… View Article

Finding Fido this Spring

The Savvy Way to Search You’ve finally taken the leap and decided to get a puppy. Knowing what kind of dog you want is the first step, but there are still many things to discover. All too often the important question of how to determine the best place to get your puppy is ignored. Red… View Article

It Takes Two

When it comes to couples rearing a puppy, it’s not uncommon to have different views. We see it all the time. People come with their history from childhood on how to raise a dog. Our own experience with discipline also affects our training approach. Puppy rearing and training have moved on over the last decade…. View Article

The “Push-Pull” of Tug

“Tug” was originally printed in the first press run of the Ultimate Puppy Toolkit. For “Throw-Back” Thursdays, here are the original retro photos and the still current “How-To” for this most excellent of games. “Tug” is a wonderful way to relieve puppy tension and excess energy. It also has two great benefits for you –… View Article