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Expert Advice: Training
Expert Tips on What Your Puppy Can Safely Chew
Your puppy needs to chew. Experts at AKC GoodDog Helpline give these ten tips for teaching your puppy safe and appropriate chewing behavior.
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| July 21, 2023
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
How Can I Stop My Puppy From Chewing on My Hand?
A common complaint among new puppy owners is that their puppies are constantly biting their hands. Although this behavior can be alarming or overwhelming, it's extremely natural. Puppies understand the world around them by putting things into their mouth. Biting and mouthing are normal puppy behavior and aren't generally a cause for alarm or concern, and it […]
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| February 10, 2022
Expert Advice: Training
Puppy Teething and Nipping: A Survival Guide
Although an annoying behavior, nipping at your fingers and toes is completely normal for teething puppies and is something you can train away.
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| January 1, 2022
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How to Stop Puppy Biting and Train Bite Inhibition
Puppies who learn bite inhibition are less likely to grow into adult dogs who bite. Offering puppy chew toys can help teach your puppy what is acceptable to bite or chew on. Sometimes, it's a good idea to gently put your puppy in their crate to calm them down. Puppies’ mouths are filled with about […]
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| September 28, 2021
Expert Advice: Puppy Information
Which Dog Toys Are Right for Your Puppy?
Puppies explore the world through their mouths, so they'll chew anything they can sink their teeth into. By providing them with toys that indulge their teething instincts, you're more likely to spare your shoes and socks from destruction
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| September 2, 2021
Expert Advice: Dental Health
Everything to Know About Bully Sticks as Treats for Dogs
Bully sticks can be an excellent treat option for dogs that love to chew, providing potential health benefits and hours of fun.
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| June 29, 2021
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How to Stop a Teething Puppy From Biting You
Question: I have a 4 month old Wire Fox Terrier who is a "mouther." Since I am the main subject of his mouthing affection, I continue to have small punctures and scratches on on my arms, hands and ankles. He has a number of puppy teething toys and we have tried "no" commands, displeasure yelps, […]
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| March 31, 2021
Expert Advice: Puppy Training
How to Create House Rules for Your New Puppy
You're getting a new puppy! This is an exciting time, and it's easy to daydream about all the fun things you'll do with a dog in your life. There's a lot you can do in preparation to make sure that your puppy's introduction into the household goes smoothly. It starts by creating some house rules […]
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| March 1, 2021
Expert Advice: Dental Health
Dog Dental Care: What to Know
Dogs can suffer periodontal disease, tooth decay, injured teeth and oral problems that can be costly to treat. Learn how dog dental care at home will help.
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| September 30, 2020
Expert Advice: Dog Behavior
Why Does My Dog Eat Toilet Paper?
There are many reasons why your dog may eat toilet paper. Here's how to keep your dog from eating toilet paper before they damage their digestive system.
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| August 21, 2020