I migliori Dale Buchanan podcast (2024)

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How to Raise the Perfect Puppy 9:45

2M ago9:45

9:45

There are seven things that I talk about in this episode on how to raise the perfect puppy. Follow these seven principles, and you will have great results. Build your relationship from the first day Set the puppy up for success Set clear rules and boundaries Socialize your puppy early Don’t overuse corrections Don’t focus on what you don’t want - T…

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Service, Therapy, and Emotional Support Dogs: What's the Difference? 9:32

3M ago9:32

9:32

Many people need clarification about specialty training for their puppy or dog related to service dogs, therapy dogs, or ESAs (emotional support animals). In this episode, I discuss the definitions, training requirements, and roles each plays in human life. Related article from AKC: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/service-working-therapy…

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How to Settle a New Puppy Into Your Home 5:40

4M ago5:40

5:40

How can you make your new puppy's first days at home as smooth as possible? On this episode of Puppy Talk, I, Dale Buchanan, will equip you with five essential tips to transform those initial nerve-wracking moments into a seamless bonding experience. Whether you're bringing home an older rescue or a brand-new puppy, we'll cover why taking a few day…

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Effective Strategies for Reducing Puppy Barking and Enhancing Obedience Training 12:24

4M ago12:24

12:24

Ever wondered how to keep your puppy from barking at every little thing? Discover practical strategies to manage and reduce inappropriate barking in this episode of Puppy Talk. We'll explore how to limit your puppy's access to windows and use effective management and training techniques to redirect their attention. Hear Tammy's heartfelt testimonia…

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5 Tips For Bringing A New Puppy Home 5:26

4M ago5:26

5:26

Ready to make your home puppy-friendly and stress-free? This episode of Puppy Talk with Dale Buchanan offers invaluable tips you won’t want to miss. Learn how to create a safe haven for your new furry friend by puppy-proofing your space with essential items like outlet plug covers, cord hiders, and corner guards. Discover why a cozy and strategical…

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Overcoming Puppy Challenges: The Realities and Rewards of First-Time Puppy Ownership 7:24

5M ago7:24

7:24

Ever wondered why so many first-time puppy owners end up rehoming their pets? Join me, Dale Buchanan, on this eye-opening episode of Puppy Talk, as we uncover the harsh realities and rewarding highs of raising a puppy. We’ll explore the emotional trauma puppies face when rehomed too soon and how this contributes to the overcrowded shelters in place…

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Debunking Myths About Having More Than One Dog 9:31

5M ago9:31

9:31

Are you contemplating adding another furry friend to your household? Join me, Dale Buchanan, on this episode of Puppy Talk as we examine the pros, cons, misconceptions, and truths about owning multiple dogs. Discover whether an additional pup could bring joy and companionship to your current dog or if it might just add to your responsibilities. We'…

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Financial Planning for Puppy Ownership: Avoiding a Crisis 10:51

5M ago10:51

10:51

What if bringing home a new puppy could turn into a financial disaster? This episode of Puppy Talk is a must-listen for anyone considering adding a furry friend to their family. I'll guide you through the often-overlooked financial aspects of raising a puppy, from the initial adoption or breeder fees to the ongoing costs of vet visits, food, and tr…

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5 Things Dog Trainers Never Do 5:27

7M ago5:27

5:27

Dog trainers never repeat vocal commands. Dog trainers never overuse vocal commands when training a dog. Dog trainers never get frustrated with a dog. Dog trainers never allow a dog to pull on the leash. Dog trainers don’t expect a dog to be perfect. RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraini…

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How to Design a Puppy Training Program 6:49

7M ago6:49

6:49

The components of a puppy program: Potty Training and Crate Training Basic commands Behavior Training Leash Manners and Loose Leash Walking Socialization Skills This is the same information in my book, The Complete Puppy Training Manual RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraining.com Dale's …

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Child Safety Around Dogs 6:53

8M ago6:53

6:53

This episode provides dog safety tips to help prevent a dog attack. There have been two children who died from dog attacks in the past week in North Alabama. I provided dog safety content with two stories for the local news on the topic. Here are the links to the stories with an article and video. February 28, 2024, on WHNT 19 News March 4, 2024, o…

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How to Set Realistic Expectations For Your Puppy 7:21

8M ago7:21

7:21

It's important to set realistic expectations for your puppy, to be patient with them, and to accept that they are going to learn everything overnight. RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraining.com Dale's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/dalebuchanan…

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Using the Crate to Help With Potty Training 4:10

9M ago4:10

4:10

The best way to potty train your dog is to take advantage of the fact that they don't want to soil their bed. With crate training, you can use this instinct to teach your dog where it's okay to eliminate and where it is not allowed. RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraining.com Dale's book…

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Advice for Running With Your Dog 5:28

9M ago5:28

5:28

Before you decide to take your dog out with you on a running session, there are a few ideas that you need to be familiar with. Don't assume that your dog is built for running Do talk to your pet's vet Don't go on runs if you have a puppy Do take it slow Don't forget to warm up Do look for a running trail Don't forget to train your dog to run with y…

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How to Choose a Good Puppy Name 5:35

9M ago5:35

5:35

Naming a new puppy is fun--but while there's nothing wrong with choosing a name that's a little bit silly, you should also be practical and thoughtful. Your name should be one you'll use daily for a lifetime. Selecting a great name makes training more accessible and helps your dog settle into the family. Before picking a name, please listen to thes…

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Is Your New Puppy Out of Control? 15:14

10M ago15:14

15:14

You must put in the work yourself to raise a puppy successfully. A dog trainer cannot fix all of the dog issues and strengthen your relationship with the dog. Dog trainers give advice and suggestions and help educate you on how to solve problems. You have to do the work. You have to put in the time with your dog. Things you can do right now: Check …

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How to Build Confidence in Your Puppy 3:16

10M ago3:16

3:16

Over the past year, I have seen too many puppies lacking confidence and self-esteem. They are shy, withdrawn, and fearful of experiencing new adventures and situations. Six ways to build confidence: Help Them Navigate Through Challenging Situations Don’t Baby Them; Encourage Them Stop Spoiling Them Socialize Them Early Leash Training Other Enrichme…

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A Paradigm Shift in Dog Training 4:44

10M ago4:44

4:44

Many people think dog training is stopping unwanted behaviors or fixing the dog. Dog training is actually teaching the dog what you want it to do. Dog training should be focused on setting your puppy up for success instead of focusing on their unwanted behaviors. When you change your mindset to teach the puppy good behaviors, the undesirable behavi…

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Therapy Dog Training for Puppies 10:14

10M ago10:14

10:14

A therapy dog lends comfort and affection to people in a facility setting or specific individuals who require visitation to deal with a physical or emotional problem. There are 4 steps to complete Therapy Dog Training. After these 4 steps, you must take a test and be observed by the therapy dog organization for several public visits with your dog a…

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Taking Your Puppy Outside in Bad Weather 7:57

10M ago7:57

7:57

Conditioning your puppy for bad weather, such as heat, cold, rain, and snow, is essential. This helps build their confidence and allows them to realize that bad weather is part of their life. In this episode, I explain how to do this safely and effectively. RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Website: http://www.topgundo…

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Top 6 Dog Training Mistakes 5:57

10M ago5:57

5:57

Here is a list of the top 6 dog training mistakes: Chastisement upon return Confusing rules Rewards for bad behavior Constantly offering food treats Getting angry Poor communication You can read the article here: https://www.topgundogtraining.com/post/dog-training-mistakes-avoid-them-if-you-want-a-well-behaved-pooch RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http…

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How to Control Puppy Play Biting 5:27

10M ago5:27

5:27

One way puppies can explore the world and learn about things is with their mouth. They pick up everything from the ground and bite stuff because they have no other way to explore and learn about physical objects. In this episode, I teach you a method to stop puppy play biting. RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Website:…

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Potty Training Your Puppy 10:18

11M ago10:18

10:18

3 Steps to Potty Train Your Puppy. More info in my book Potty Training Your Puppy. 1) Your puppy should always be supervised or confined while indoors. Supervise your puppy closely or have them in the crate. Supervised means you will see it taking place if your puppy has an accident. The only exception to this rule is if you know your puppy has jus…

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How to Use Your Puppies Name in Training 5:45

11M ago5:45

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There are two times when you need to use your puppy's name when training. One is if there are multiple dogs present. The other is to get them to come to you. Don't overuse the puppy's name, or there will be no value to it. RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraining.com Dale's books: https:/…

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Littermate Syndrome in Puppies 8:41

11M ago8:41

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Littermate syndrome is a term that describes unwanted behaviors among sibling dogs, including aggression and intense attachment. It is often used to describe behavioral issues that occur when two or more dogs from the same litter are raised together and adopted into the same home. If you are considering adopting two puppies from the same litter, it…

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3 Leash Training Tips 5:37

1y ago5:37

5:37

Leash training your puppy is an essential part of obedience and discipline. Leash training will get your puppy out of the house to learn socialization skills and how to behave in public. These are called Leash Manners. Here are three tips to help leash train your puppy. Keep the walks short, about 5-10 minutes. Long walks for young puppies ages 8-2…

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5 Potty Training Tips 9:51

1+ y ago9:51

9:51

Potty training a puppy is very simple is you follow the basic guidelines in this episode. Manage the puppy's space in the house Reward the puppy immediately after they go potty outside Be consistent; take the puppy out at least every hour Don’t use pee pads. Combine potty training with obedience and leash training. Potty Training Your Puppy Book: h…

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How Much Exercise Does Your Puppy Need? 9:08

1+ y ago9:08

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Your puppy's age and breed can determine the amount of exercise your puppy needs. Some dogs will need more than others. This episode advises determining what your puppy needs for exercise and mental stimulation. The book mentioned in this episode is Leash Training Your Puppy. RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Website: …

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How to Teach The Place Command 4:24

1+ y ago4:24

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The place command is an essential tool in the training arsenal of any puppy owner, enabling them to establish control over their furry friend's movements both indoors and outdoors. Follow the three steps in this podcast and read the article from Top Gun Dog Trainings website or read the transcript for this podcast. RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http:…

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Fun Indoor Mental Stimulation Ideas for Your Puppy 4:53

1+ y ago4:53

4:53

Oftentimes, puppy owners are unaware of their puppies' need for mental stimulation. However, once they are educated on how to introduce it into everyday life and form a more structured schedule for their puppy, owners will see results almost immediately. While there are endless ways to mentally stimulate your puppy, I am going to recommend some of …

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How to Calm a Hyper Puppy 6:58

1+ y ago6:58

6:58

As a professional dog trainer, I have never been asked to help make a puppy more hyper, but almost every new puppy owner requests some training on how to make their puppy more calm. To achieve the goal of puppy calmness, it’s mostly about trimming the fat…or eliminating things you are doing that overstimulate the puppy. In addition, most new puppy …

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It’s Not the Puppy's Fault 9:01

1+ y ago9:01

9:01

The goal of raising a puppy is to prevent unwanted behaviors from developing so that you can live harmoniously with your puppy. Most new puppy owners allow most unwanted behavior to develop, even reinforcing the behaviors in the puppy. The behaviors I get called the most to help “fix” are play biting, jumping, barking, chewing, and pulling on the l…

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How to Stop Puppy Barking in the Crate 6:36

1+ y ago6:36

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Focusing on your puppy being calm in the crate lets you create a list of ways to achieve this goal. I will help you get started with this list. It is up to you to expand on this list and follow through. Help your puppy develop a positive association with the crate by feeding them their meals there. Also, playing games with your puppy, going into th…

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Why Are So Many Puppies Being Rehomed? 10:17

1+ y ago10:17

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This is a great question. In this podcast episode, I will discuss why so many puppies are being rehomed and how to prevent this from happening to your puppy. Why Are So Many Puppies Being Rehomed? Owners don’t have time to raise and train a puppy. Owners have unrealistic expectations for their puppies. Owners realize they have the wrong dog for the…

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Essential Equipment for New Puppies 10:08

1+ y ago10:08

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Here is the List of some Essential Equipment for New Puppies: Dog Bed for relaxation and teaching place Play Toys for enrichment Kong® mental stimulation toys LickiMat® mental stimulation feeders Dog Puzzles for mental stimulation Bully Sticks for heavy chewers Dear Antler for aggressive chewers Nylabone® Puppy Starter Kit for moderate chewers 6” S…

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The Importance of Puppy Socialization 7:59

1+ y ago7:59

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Isolating your puppy in the house and yard during their critical socialization period of 4-16 weeks is a big mistake. Lack of puppy socialization during the critical period of their life is the number one reason they develop serious behavior problems as adult dogs. Here is the link to a resource on the importance of puppy socialization from Robert …

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How to Meet Your Puppies Needs 9:38

1+ y ago9:38

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Every puppy has different needs. Below are the ingredients, and it’s up to you as the puppies owner to determine the exact recipe. This list is presented in order of importance for creating a happy, healthy, and obedient puppy. Exercise Mental Stimulation Socialization Enrichment Play At the very end is affection. Don’t substitute affection for any…

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Why Your Puppy Needs Mental Stimulation 9:17

1+ y ago9:17

9:17

Mental stimulation is often referred to as enrichment and covers a wide variety of activities. They often appear to be fun games or clever ways to feed snacks, but they're really so much more than that! You can read the full article here. Here are 4 reasons why your dog must have mental stimulation. Entertainment Improve Anxiety Wear Them Out Provi…

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Puppy Training Series: The Watch Me Command 5:20

1+ y ago5:20

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This is a great exercise to build the relationship between the handler and the puppy. We start this in the house with no distractions, then move it outside with distractions so she can get focused back on me when she has reactivity to other dogs or people. Here is the video teaching my puppy Dixie the Watch Me command: https://www.youtube.com/watch…

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Puppy Training Series: No is Not a Cue 8:55

1+ y ago8:55

8:55

I found this post on another dog trainer Olivia Mergl of Mannered Mutts Dog Training on Instagram. Below is her post text. The image that goes with the post will be placed on a blog post here. No is not a cue!! No is not a behavior, it’s not something your dog can perform. You might mean one thing like stop, come here, stand still, lie down, drop i…

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Be Patient With Your Puppy 5:56

1+ y ago5:56

5:56

There are two ways to be more patient with your puppy, and I will discuss both in this episode. Patience will go a long way when raising a puppy. Give your puppy time to learn and adapt to your lifestyle. Be patient when teaching new commands Be more patient overall as they grow up RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Web…

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Should Your Puppy Sleep in Your Bed? 6:21

1+ y ago6:21

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In this episode, I discuss the pros and cons of having your puppy sleep with you in your bed. Remember, that is my opinion, and the opinions of other dog trainers and vets will vary. The Complete Puppy Training Manual is now available on Amazon. RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraining.co…

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The First Day With Your New Puppy 11:07

1+ y ago11:07

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In this episode, I share what I did during my dog Dixie's First Day Home on May 5, 2020. I immediately taught Dixie her name, leash acclimation, and set boundaries in the apartment. Notice my tone, words, and leadership skills when I communicate to Dixie in this video https://youtu.be/f-qA1fYUp40. Here is a link to the podcast episode, The First 5 …

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Leash Training Your Puppy - Part 2 4:04

1+ y ago4:04

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I use three types of walks for puppies that I train. Each of these walks is unique and can be combined to achieve multiple goals in one outing. The Training Walk The Enrichment Walk The Potty Break Walk Roughly 40% of your walks will be potty breaks, 40% will be training walks (loose leash walking), and 20% will be enrichment walks. FREE GIFT: Down…

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Why Your Puppies Behavior Is Not Improving 7:07

2y ago7:07

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The top 3 reasons why your puppy's behavior is not improving: You are reinforcing the unwanted behavior. You are trying to "fix" your puppy instead of teaching your puppy. You are not being consistent. Use this FREE chart below to help identify unwanted minor puppy behaviors and teach a replacement behavior. Practice reinforcing the replacement beh…

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Leash Training Your Puppy - Part 1 8:57

2y ago8:57

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In this episode, I discuss one of the chapters of my new book, Leash Training Your Puppy, which will be available by the end of February 2023. To get on my mailing list for updates on the book release date, go to PuppyTraining.dog. The most important tip for starting the loose leash walking journey with your puppy is to stay in the moment. Learn to…

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Puppy Behavior Modification 5:38

2y ago5:38

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Use this FREE chart below to help identify unwanted minor puppy behaviors and teach a replacement behavior. Practice reinforcing the replacement behaviors without reinforcing the unwanted behaviors. Download the chart here https://www.puppytraining.dog/bemod-chart RESOURCES: Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.com Sponsor Website: http://www.t…

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How Old is Your Dog in Human Years? 5:56

2y ago5:56

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I recently received an email from Dr. Leslie Brooks DVM, MPH, and a Vet Advisor for Betterpet. She sent me some information on a new tool that she helped create called The Dog Age Calculator. She went on to say that many pet owners don't always know how old their dog actually is and how they should be caring for their furry friend. If pet parents k…

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Potty Training and Puppy Vaccines 9:07

2y ago9:07

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Can You Take Your Puppy Outside Before it is Fully Vaccinated? This is a great question that was a comment on one of my YouTube videos. The short answer is "Yes, But Follow These Rules To Stay Safe." Links to supporting articles and Podcasts: PawsGeek.com article: https://www.pawsgeek.com/can-i-take-my-puppy-outside-before-it-is-vaccinated/ ThePamp…

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Top 3 Reasons Why Puppy Potty Training is Failing 11:30

2y ago11:30

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Our most popular episode has been #3 from January 12, 2021, on How to Potty Train Your Puppy. I continue to receive comments on social media posts and daily emails from local clients of Top Gun Dog Training who are having trouble potty training their puppy. In this episode, I share the top 3 reasons why your puppy is not properly catching on to pot…

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