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Getting a <\/span>new<\/span> puppy can be an exciting time in any family or new owner\u2019s life, it can also be extremely frustrating and a lot of hard work, <\/span>especially when tackling puppy training. <\/span>Sometimes puppies seem to be deliberately causing as much chaos and nuisance as possible and appear determined to destroy our belongings regardless of our best efforts to teach them otherwise!<\/span><\/p>\n

In reality however, puppies are very similar to babies; they are motivated by what brings them the outcomes they desire, have no real concept of right and wrong and need consequences (good or bad) to happen as a direct consequence of their behaviour in order for them to learn.<\/span><\/p>\n

If your <\/span>new<\/span> puppy seems to be constantly engaging in unwanted behaviour, instead of labelling them as bad or naughty, you should really think about the way in which you are communicating with them; chances are that you (or other family members) are inadvertently encouraging them to reoffend.<\/span>
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\n<\/span>Nobody wants to be a bad dog owner or have a badly behaved dog, so learning how your new best friend processes information and what motivates them to repeat behaviours <\/span>is<\/span> crucial for all family members. Even children need to understand how to interact with their new play mate and how to treat them appropriately; after all, your puppy may be smaller than them now, but will grow at a much faster rate than them!<\/span><\/p>\n

Preparing for puppy training involves a combination of practical steps, learning about your puppy’s needs, and establishing a positive and consistent training routine. Here are some puppy training tips to help you prepare for training your new pooch:<\/span><\/p>\n

Educate Yourself:<\/b><\/h3>\n