Rowdy little children and naughty little puppies have so much in common! Let's learn from the human example, so we can quickly and gently redirect puppies away from naughtiness, toward great and fun behaviors.

Potty training a dog is one of the most frustrating things you will have to do. Take heart in the fact that once your dog gets the potty training, you won't have to teach it again.

Housebreaking is the most important thing your puppy must learn to do for your sanity as the dog owner and for having a happy dog.  The ideal age to housebreak your puppy is between eight and twelve weeks of age.

It's critical that you always remove your puppy or dog's collar while they are in their crate. Your dog could get her collar caught in the crate, causing a dreadful situation. And be sure the crate is never in direct sunlight, or placed too close to a vent or radiator. Your puppy has to be as relaxed as possible in her crate for effective training and safety.

Dog training Is fun!  Early dog training Is essential. Not all dog training is created equal, and is more than just telling your dog to stop behaving the way he is right now; it's one of the most important fundamentals of owning a pet. The important thing about dog training is to get started today because tomorrow the naughty behaviour will just continue.

Give your new pup a few days to adjust to his new home. Hopefully, your new pup is at least eight weeks of age or older when you adopt. A good breeder or good rescue organization will have you wait until at least eight weeks of age before surrendering a pup to his new home. A great reference web site on dog breeds is www.mydogsbreed.com.