Chapter 1
The puppy mind
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Chapter 2
The language of training
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Chapter 3
House rules and socialization
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Chapter 4
Preventing problems and playing games
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YOUR GOAL
Master of How to train a puppy
Ch 3 · House rules and socialization
skittles78 Puppy Socialization Window
Puppy learns best! Before week sixteen, for life's happy test!

skittles78 Socialization is about building confidence through positive exposure, not just meeting every dog.
Fun Fact
Bladder control limit: An eight-week-old puppy can physically hold their bladder for only about two hours maximum during the daytime.

skittles78 A properly introduced crate taps into a dog's natural denning instincts for safety.
Glossary
socialization (noun)
The process of learning to behave in a way that is acceptable to society. Owners should begin exposing young dogs to diverse environments and friendly humans starting at eight weeks old.
The process of learning to behave in a way that is acceptable to society. Owners should begin exposing young dogs to diverse environments and friendly humans starting at eight weeks old.

skittles78 Time your rewards perfectly to learn how to teach your puppy good manners.
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At what age do puppies typically start losing their baby teeth and chewing intensely?
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How do littermates naturally teach each other to control the strength of their bites?
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Why is it important to carry a puppy in public spaces before they are fully vaccinated?

