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Basic Puppy Training 101: Everything You Need to Know

Basic Puppy Training 101: Everything You Need to Know

Now, you may think dog training seems like more work than anything else, especially if your pooch has a stubborn or bold personality, but we promise you both will benefit from it. With a Petland puppy, we offer a multitude of resources to help you get started including in-store training with detailed sessions, training kits, […]

How to Train Your Puppy to Stop Biting

How to Train Your Puppy to Stop Biting

Your puppy’s mouth is full of 28 tiny razor-sharp teeth that seem to love nipping at your toes and fingers! Don’t take it personal; all puppies will do this at one point. During play time, this type of behavior is especially common. Many dog owners and trainers call it “play biting”, which is completely harmless […]

5 Reasons Why Dogs Bite and How to Prevent It

5 Reasons Why Dogs Bite and How to Prevent It

Dog bites are a very serious concern for many dog owners. Every year, around 4.5 million Americans are bitten by dogs, and about 1 in 5 of these victims require medical attention, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. Earlier this month, the White House faced a dog biting incident when President Joe Biden’s dog, […]

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 […]