Will My Puppy Grow Out of Their Bad Behaviour?
Myth: Puppies mature and grow out of their unwanted behaviour. There is no need to train a puppy as they will naturally learn what is expected of them.Truth: Puppies and dogs behave in ways which reward them.While puppies obviously do mature over time, unwanted behaviours don’t simply disappear and thematuring process can take a few […]
Should My Puppy Love Everyone and Every Dog?
Myth: A well-socialised dog should be happy to meet everyone who crosses their path. Many owners expect their puppy to be calm, confident, and friendly with everyone they meet. Truth: Every dog is an individual with their own personality, experiences, and preferences. Expecting all puppies to love every person and every dog is unrealistic. Just […]
A tired puppy is a good puppy myth
Myth: A puppy who is doing the zoomies or who will not stop biting is ‘naughty’. Truth: An over-exhausted puppy is often angsty leading to more biting, barking and unwanted behaviour. An over-stimulated puppy can find it hard to settle down and can develop a habit of over-arousal if this happens too often. It may seem […]
Why is my puppy so naughty!?
Myth: My puppy is being naughty on purpose! When your puppy chews table legs, steals socks, ignores cues, or runs off with a slipper, it can feel personal—as though they are deliberately testing boundaries you’ve already tried to set. Truth: Most unwanted puppy behaviour is driven by unmet needs. These could include: Teething discomfort Boredom […]
Socialisation means lots of exposure
Myth: Puppies should be introduced to as many new experiences as possible in their socialisation period so they get used to them. Truth: Socialisation Should Be Safe, Gradual, and Puppy-Led This approach has been disproven by both science and real-world experience. Successful socialisation is now understood as safe, positive introductions to new experiences at your […]