The Puppy Training Manual You Didn't Know You Needed!

Getting a new puppy is exciting, but it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed! You want to set them up for success, avoid common mistakes, and do everything "right," but often it feels like you are just trying to survive. In this video, we provide the manual that didn't come with your puppy. We walk you through the reality of the first 24 hours, how to build a solid routine in the first month, and exactly how to handle the "stubborn" teenage phase when your puppy starts testing boundaries. From crate training and potty training to preventing bad habits before they start, this is your complete blueprint for the first year. Get personalized help with your puppy training that's specific to YOU and YOUR puppy!: https://www.McCannDogs.Link/PuppyEssentials Are you looking for a more personalized training plan for your dog? We now have a Life Skills program for dogs over 5 months old. The Life Skills program is fully supported by a McCann Dogs trainer for YOU. Check out: https://mccanndogs.link/LifeSkills Visit Our Store And See The Dog Products We Love: https://www.McCannDogs.store The first month at home is critical to your puppy’s success. Our new first-month Puppy Training Journal makes it easy to track routines, measure progress, and stay consistent, so you can train with confidence. Now available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/7axq6mz Don't Forget To Subscribe: https://goo.gl/g6O345 If you're looking for some music to help your dog settle, THIS is it: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4-GkhTRsl3ZgMZtKqYYi3Q Become a HeartDog Supporter by clicking HERE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5QwYlOxcT1higtcJVGzCCg/join We Also Have A Podcast! Listen On Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/mccann-professional-dog-trainers/id1302363811?mt=2 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wuGH4PATAsPECOoOuJwDl Are you a brand looking to showcase your dog-related product or service? Email HERE: studio905@mccanndogs.com CHAPTERS: 00:00 - The Manual That Didn't Come With Your Puppy 00:34 - Day 1 Reality: It's All About Bonding With Your Puppy 02:26 - The Truth About Puppy Schedules (Quality vs Quantity) 03:07 - Using Puppy Mealtime For Mental Exercise 05:39 - Crate Training: The First Session 08:14 - Puppy Potty Training Reality (The "Poop Walk") 10:16 - Good Puppy Management Tools (Baby Gates & House Lines) 12:24 - Building Value For The Dog Crate 15:21 - The First Month Puppy Training: Prevention vs Reaction 18:53 - Teaching Your Puppy That YOU Are Valuable 23:28 - Managing Puppy Potty House Training Accidents 33:40 - The "Teenage" Phase: Dealing With Dog Regression 35:54 - Potty Training Expectations (Month 1) 37:36 - How Much Time Should My Puppy Spend In The Crate? 38:46 - Puppy Training Goals For The First Month 42:58 - Handling Puppy Nipping & Chewing (Month 1) 45:33 - Dealing With Distractions At 4 Months 49:57 - The 7-Month "Testing" Phase 53:40 - Handling Indoor Challenges (Dog Jumping On Furniture) 56:52 - When To Restrict Freedom Again From Your Dog 01:01:03 - Teaching Your Dog To Make Good Choices 01:02:49 - Raising A Dog Is A Marathon Thanks for watching, Happy Training! ~The McCann Dogs Team