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10 Steps to Raising the Perfect Puppy

10 Steps to Raising the Perfect Puppy

One of the hottest topics within the pet community today centers on raising the perfect puppy. Responsible puppy owners are aware that their fur baby’s puppyhood is a critical time. If you only dote on your puppy, you might end up with a disobedient dog in the long run. So, what can you do now […]

How Often Should I Train My Puppy?

How Often Should I Train My Puppy?

They say that the memory of a goldfish doesn’t last longer than 30 seconds, but how long will it take for a puppy to forget the last training session?  For new puppy parents who are trying to train their fur babies, is there such a thing as too much training? And what will happen if […]

Bonding Tips for First Time Puppy Owners

Bonding Tips for First Time Puppy Owners

In this article, you’ll learn how training your puppy is the most effective means of fostering the bond between you two, and you’ll discover fun ways to train your puppy that will seem like playing!  TEACH YOUR PUPPY BASIC COMMANDS Having a puppy can be a blast. Each new day brings new experiences for your […]

How Do Puppies See the World?

How Do Puppies See the World?

Your brand-new fur baby has quite the personality! Puppies are affectionate, goofy, and highly intuitive to the emotions of their pet parents. Because of this, it can be easy to assume that your puppy is a little human trapped in a fluffy body!  If on some level you kind of believe this, you wouldn’t be […]

How to Correct 4 Common Puppy Behavior Problems

How to Correct 4 Common Puppy Behavior Problems

Your brand-new puppy is an innocent bundle of fluffy joy that can do no wrong! We know the feeling, but sooner or later, reality will set in and you’ll discover that while your puppy is definitely an innocent bundle of joy, he’s actually quite capable of doing “wrong.”  It’s not his fault, of course. He […]

Goldendoodle: A Puppy You’ll Forever Love

Goldendoodle: A Puppy You’ll Forever Love

Goldendoodles have become very popular in recent years as one of the best dog breeds for families with children. This breed is actually a hybrid between the Golden Retriever and the Miniature Poodle. A notoriously loving and loyal breed, the Golden Retriever qualities of the Goldendoodle cause this new breed to be gentle, patient, and […]

Should You Use a Dog Training Collar on Your Puppy?

Should You Use a Dog Training Collar on Your Puppy?

Each puppy has its own personality. Some puppies are more willful than others, and some dog breeds are easier to train than others. No matter what breed or personality a new puppy has, training him could be challenging. Training a puppy takes time and patience. If you’ve discovered that your new puppy is especially willful, […]

8 Tips for First Time Dog Owners

8 Tips for First Time Dog Owners

Bringing your first puppy home is thrilling and nerve-wracking all at once! You want to provide all the love and care that your fur baby will need. And you also want to troubleshoot potential problems before they start. Raising a puppy is challenging, but you can do it! Here is Petland Texas’s tips for first-time […]

Best New Tech for Puppy Owners in 2023

Best New Tech for Puppy Owners in 2023

What unites cutting-edge technology with soft puppies, you ask?  The year 2023! Artificial intelligence has been rapidly integrating with everyday devices to transform these practical tools into lifestyle-enhancing timesavers. Of course, we don’t have to tell you that. Your smartphone is probably a fifth limb by now. But finally, new technology can now assist you […]

Should You Invest in Puppy Training Classes?

Should You Invest in Puppy Training Classes?

Many new puppy parents assume that training their puppy amounts to making sure the little guy doesn’t pee on the rug. But the fact of the matter is that puppies need their human parents to teach them the rules of living life. “Behaving” themselves actually does not come naturally to puppies, but the good news […]

7 Behaviors to Look For in a New Puppy

7 Behaviors to Look For in a New Puppy

At Petland Texas, we love helping people pick out the best breed for them and introducing them to our puppies. Our highly-trained pet counselors are true dog breed experts that educate our customers about the specific personalities of the breeds we sell.  Each breed has its own characteristics and every individual puppy has its own […]

How to Crate Train Your New Puppy to Reduce Crying at Night

How to Crate Train Your New Puppy to Reduce Crying at Night

Puppies experience many significant transitions, back-to-back, during the first few months of their lives. They’re born, wean with their littermates, transfer to pet stores where they meet new puppies, and then transfer again into loving homes. The transition with the greatest change is leaving the other pet store puppies and being in a home. This […]

How to Use Treats as Positive Reinforcement

How to Use Treats as Positive Reinforcement

Training your new puppy can feel like a full-time job. It requires patience and remaining firm and consistent. At times, training a puppy can involve getting up at all hours of the night, or coming home to a destroyed living room. No one said puppy parenthood would be easy, you remind yourself, and yet, you […]

Prepare Your Home for a Puppy

Prepare Your Home for a Puppy

Congratulations! You’re about to bring your very first puppy home! You’re probably bursting with excitement, and you might even be overwhelmed. That’s natural. You want everything to go well when you bring your brand-new furry friend home, and so do we! The more you prepare for your puppy’s arrival, the less stress you’ll experience during […]

How to Help Your Puppy Sleep at Night

How to Help Your Puppy Sleep at Night

Does your new puppy keep you up at night? Are you worried your puppy isn’t getting enough sleep? Don’t worry! Your new puppy’s sleep schedule may not be in sync with yours yet. They may still be trying to get used to their new home, so it might take a few nights before they start […]

How to Teach Your Puppy The 5 Basic Commands

How to Teach Your Puppy The 5 Basic Commands

Training your puppy requires a lot of time and patience. Your puppy might get the hang of the training on the first try….or they might need a few tries before they master a command. If you put in just enough effort and patience, you can form a wonderful friendship with your new puppy! Now, along […]

How To Teach Your Dog To Recognize Their Name

How To Teach Your Dog To Recognize Their Name

One of the first things you should always teach your puppy is their name! Your puppy’s name is what they will be identified with for the rest of their life. The earlier they learn it, the easier it will be to train them. It also helps you establish a close and lifelong bond with your […]

How to Stop Your Puppy From Chewing

How to Stop Your Puppy From Chewing

How can I get my puppy to stop chewing on everything? Here are some tips on how to discourage your puppy from chewing on everything: Puppy proof the house Provide your puppy with plenty physical and mental exercise. Provide your pup with plenty of his own toys. Spray inappropriate chewing items with chewing deterrents. Clarify […]