• Puppy Training, Socialization, Critical Stages of Development: Everything You Need to Know

  • Feb 17 2025
  • Length: 2 hrs and 41 mins
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Puppy Training, Socialization, Critical Stages of Development: Everything You Need to Know

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    Raising a puppy successfully relies heavily on early training and socialization, with the first year of a dog’s life setting the stage for their future behavior. The episode highlights the critical developmental stages of puppies, key socialization methods, the benefits of cooperative care training, and the importance of modern, positive reinforcement methods. Listeners also learn to identify myths and misconceptions in dog training while getting advice on finding qualified trainers to guide them.

    • Understanding the importance of early socialization
    • Recognizing key developmental stages from neonatal to adolescent
    • Learning best practices for safe exposure to diverse experiences
    • Exploring the concept of cooperative care training
    • Debunking common myths about dog training and dominance
    • Finding qualified trainers who use humane, evidence-based methods
    • Identifying red flags when seeking training support
    • Implementing essential techniques to nurture well-behaved, confident adult dogs

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