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A Plan for the Best Puppy Bath

Wondering how to give your puppy a bath but unsure about the best way to get started with the least amount of stress for everyone? We’ve got a plan for you, plus a mini training guide you can print or use digitally as you teach your puppy to be comfortable with bath time. Bathing a… View Article

Skedaddle: an exit strategy when you need it

Skedaddle Skedaddle is both a fun game and a handy exit strategy for you and your puppy when you need one. There will be times when the environment is too much for your puppy. Perhaps too exciting or there‘s something that makes them appear uncomfortable. This is where Skedaddle comes in. When you find yourselves… View Article

Why You Should Give Your Dog More Space

I’m making a case for space. Not to worry, I’m not talking about moving to the country or buying a house with a big backyard. I’m questioning the norm and asking if we can do things differently. My recommendations are simple and don’t require spending money (except maybe on a long line). Dogs are under… View Article

A Puppy With A Plan

Peaceful Days Are your puppy days full of trouble with a capital T? Peaceful days are possible when you learn to mind the gap. Gaps occur when you are not actively involved with your pup. If you don’t plan well for these times your puppy will make puppy choices regarding how to spend the time…. View Article

Why You Should Time Your Tug Games!

Harness Puppy Energy and Avoid New Puppy Burnout! Like the sun and the wind, puppy energy is fully renewable. It comes in fits and spurts. Without a good plan for how to handle it, things can get uncomfortable, fast. Playing tug is a wonderful way to use this energy. Read on to learn why you… View Article

What Are The Best Puppy Training Treats?

Q) What are the best puppy training treats? A) Whatever your pup loves! Use this guide to help you discover the best puppy training treats for your pup. Plus a few other puppy musings. Think Squishy, Tiny, and Stinky Squishy, so you‘re able to tear the treats into itty bitty pieces. Half the size of… View Article

What Does Your Groomer Know That You Don’t?

Why It’s Essential to Have a Dialogue with Your Groomer Is a groomer part of your puppy dream team? Are you having regular conversations with them about how your puppy feels during appointments? Your groomer spends extended periods of time with your puppy without you there. They know the details when it comes to your… View Article

Traction Matters To Your Pup

What a Girl Dog Wants A bite of cat poo, the allure of rolling on a dead bird, or the opportunity to sniff a butt are a few of the ways our preferences may differ from our dogs. Then there are the less obvious things like home decor. A Slippin and A Slidin Sometimes environments… View Article

There’s A Dog Toy For That!

To preface this post… These tips are not meant to replace quality time spent with your puppy. Nothing beats that! Also, Ultimate Puppy has no affiliation with the toy brands that are recommended here. It’s not always a problem that needs solving I coach people with puppies. Puppies bite. This is not a behavior that… View Article

Be a Doggie Detective

“Why will my dog go in the pool at doggie camp, but won’t when we’re at home?” Unravel the mystery of your dog’s behavior. Is there something going on with your dog that has you baffled? Think of it as an opportunity to be a doggie detective. Rather than a problem to solve it’s a… View Article