Ask A Puppy Trainer Show
Episodes
What Should a 12-Week-Old Puppy Know? | Ep. 235
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Many puppy parents focus on teaching commands like Sit, Down, Place, and Stay right away. While that is awesome, the real focus at this age should als...
Why Your Puppy Is Scared of One Person | Ep. 234
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Puppies go through so many phases — including fear phases. Things and people that didn’t seem to bother them before now can seem scary. But it’s...
Is Your Puppy Still Having Potty Accidents? | Ep. 233
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Potty accidents are an expected part of puppyhood when you first bring home your puppy. But after several weeks if your puppy still seems confused as ...
Crate Training Suddenly Falling Apart? Do This! | Ep. 232
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Puppies go through regression phases, one of them being during adolescence! Your pup can be doing amazing with their crate schedule, be potty trained,...
How To Get A Puppy To Pee And Poop On Walks | Ep. 231
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For many pups, this is natural! They’re outside, they take a break, and they go potty! For others…this may not feel as natural and they need to be...
What To Do If Your Puppy Is Afraid To Go Outside To Potty | Ep. 230
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Many puppies LOVE to be outside and would spend all their time out there if possible! For others, it can be a large scarier place with unpredictable l...
How To Overcome Separation Anxiety | Ep. 229
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Some pups acclimate to the crate right away, while others need some time to adjust. But even puppies who love it can still bark or whine inside to be ...
How To Overcome Separation Anxiety | Ep. 228
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There’s so much you can do to prepare for your new puppy…but separation anxiety isn’t something most new pup parents are ready to deal with when...
What To Do On DAY 1 With Your New Puppy! | Ep. 227
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve been anticipating this day and now it’s finally here: time to bring your puppy home!Sooo what do you do after you get them? What SHOULD you...
Does Your Small Puppy Bark & Growl At Other Dogs On Walks? | Ep. 226
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a thing: there’s a lot of small breed pups who like to bark and even growl at dogs bigger than them. But why is this?! Are they trying to loo...
How To Handle Puppy Mouthing! | Ep. 225
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is your puppy always biting at your hands and gnawing on your fingers? It’s definitely one of their favorite (but also painful!) things to do.Check ...
Tips For Potty Training In COLD Weather | Ep. 224
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Potty training is tough enough — but throw in some bitter cold temperatures and snow, and it’s a whole other challenging level added! Check out th...
When Can Your Puppy Get MORE Out Of Crate Time? | Ep. 223
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Crate training is an important part of everyday life for young puppies — but when do you know your pup is ready for more time OUT of the crate?! We ...
Dealing With CRAZY Puppy Biting! | Ep. 222
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most painful (literally!) parts of puppyhood is dealing with puppy biting! Those puppy teeth are SHARP. Pups don’t know their strength ye...
When Should You Start Training Your Puppy? | Ep. 221
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the best time to start training your puppy? YESTERDAY!! The next best time? RIGHT NOW!!Yes this includes even if you juuust brought home your...
How To Teach Your Puppy To Be More Independent | Ep. 220
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Confidence and independence help puppies grow into pups who can be in the crate without barking, away from you without crying, and being trusted when ...
How Much Time Should Your Puppy Spend OUT Of The Crate? | Ep. 219
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you know us, you know we’re big fans of using a crate for puppies! When used correctly, there are so many wonderful benefits for both you AND y...
Puppy Whining in Their Play Area? Try This! | Ep. 218
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Puppies whining when you step away is very common — especially for brand new young pups! (And even more common in certain breeds.)So what do you do ...
Helping Your Pup Play Nicely with Kids | Ep. 217
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kids (usually) are so excited to meet grandma’s new pup! Until teeth get involved and the playful nips can turn into stressful (and even scary!) vis...
From Accidents to Sweet Dreams: Solving Crate Peeing at Night! | Ep. 216
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Waking up to a wet crate? 😩 It happens…and it’s not fun.The good news? With the right routine, those messy mornings don’t last forever. Your ...
Is Your Puppy Ready To Sleep Through The Night Without A Crate? | Ep. 215
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering if it’s time to let your pup sleep outside the crate? Pup parents are often eager to get to this phase! The truth: giving nighttime freedo...
How To Manage A New Puppy When You Work! | Ep. 214
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’re getting a new puppy, which you know is going to be a lot of work. But you also have to GO to work! So how do you manage a new puppy in your l...
How To Get A Puppy To Eat From Their Bowl Instead Of Your Hand | Ep. 213
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are huge fans of hand feeding puppies when they’re young to engage and work with them for their food. But, there comes a time when pups do need t...
How To Train A Puppy Who’s NOT Food Motivated | Ep. 212
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Food is a powerful motivator and reward and (in our opinion!) a vital part of the puppy training process! Sure, it can be a little annoying to always ...
How To Stop Your Puppy From Chewing The Leash | Ep. 211
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We often encourage owners to have their puppy on leash inside the home (while monitored) to more easily be able to redirect your puppy, guide them whe...
Where Should You Keep The Crate During The Day? | Ep. 210
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to crating your puppy during the day — is there a “right” spot? Should they be in the living room with you? In your bedroom or ano...
What To Do If Your Puppy Doesn’t Poop During Their Potty Break | Ep. 209
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s your puppy’s usual “poop time”, but they don’t go during their potty break. What should you do?! Give them extra time? Let them have th...
Why Puppies Eat Their Poop & How To Stop It! | Ep. 208
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s possibly one of the most disgusting parts of puppyhood, and actually a LOT more common than new puppy owners may think: many puppies eat their ...
Should You Leave Water Out For Your New Puppy? | Ep. 207
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Making sure you’re taking care of your puppy’s basic needs is of course top priority for new pup parents! So when it comes to water — what shoul...
What’s The Point Of Place Command? | Ep. 206
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Place is probably the most useful command we teach puppies — why?? It’s essentially teaching your puppy how to be “CALM ON COMMAND”. How do we...
Is Your Puppy Jumping At Your Treat Pouch? | Ep. 205
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Using food and wearing a treat pouch is essential (at least we think so!!) when you’ve got a brand new puppy at home. Why? Gives you leverage, lets ...
Do You Need A Crate If You Use A Playpen? | Ep. 204
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Playpen vs Crate — do you need one if you already use the other? When and how do you use each effectively? Is one better than the other?There’s be...
How To Stop Your Puppy From Peeing In The Crate | Ep. 203
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Puppies typically don’t want to soil where they sleep, which is one of the reasons using a crate for potty training is such a huge help! But, for th...
Should You Let Your Friends Greet Your New Puppy? | Ep. 202
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Of course you WANT your friends to meet your new puppy. But should you actually do it?? Yes?! Maybe? Maybe not? No?!?Well, it depends on a few factors...
How To Stop Crate Whining! | Ep. 201
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We want our puppies to be comfortable in their crate, especially when we need to leave the house. But what should you do if your pup whines non-stop i...
Is It Ok To Comfort Your 8-Week-Old Puppy? | Ep. 200
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When our brand new puppies are crying, whining or may seem nervous, it can feel completely instinctual to want to comfort them with a snuggle, rubs an...
What Time Should You Stop Giving Your Puppy Food & Water? | Ep. 199
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Overnight and early morning potty breaks aren’t the most fun thing, but they are a very normal part of early puppyhood. Check out the timestamps to...
New Puppy Crate Training Tips! | Ep. 198
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We never hide it — we are HUGE fans of using the crate with new puppies! There are so many positives to it - when it is introduced and used correctl...
Is Your Puppy Waking Up Earlier Than Usual? | Ep. 197
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Having your puppy on a solid schedule can make life easier and more predictable for the both of you in those early puppy months! But what happens when...
How To Get Your New Puppy & Older Dog To Play Nice| Ep. 196
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you just welcomed a new puppy home and already have another dog at home, you’ve probably had visions of them playing and snuggling together and b...
Brand New Puppy Leash Training Tips! | Ep. 195
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve got a new puppy — now when should you introduce the leash to them? How should you do it? What does a walk with a brand new puppy look like?...
Is Your Puppy Biting ALL The Time? | Ep. 194
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common puppyhood issues that new puppy parents seem to be the most surprised by (and the least prepared for) — is all the BITING!And...
Help! My Puppy Cries In Their Playpen! | Ep. 193
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The playpen can be a great tool to give your young pup a little more room to stretch and play while keeping them safe. But not all puppies like it! ...
Does Your Puppy Only Listen After You Ask Them 10x? | Ep. 192
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you constantly repeating yourself to your puppy? Do you need to repeat the same command 10 (or 100 🤪) times before they do it? When you think y...
Is Your Puppy Biting Their Leash? | Ep. 191
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Puppies love to chew, bite, nip just about everything and anything! But what happens when they do this to their leash when you’re training to walk...
How To Change Your Puppy’s Potty Spot | Ep. 190
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes, especially with younger pups, there comes a time when you need to change their potty spot! Whether this is from potty pads to grass, from...
How To Stop Your Puppy From Barking At The TV!📺 | Ep. 189
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a puppy who’s super focused on the TV and even barks at images on it? Not all pups do this — but when they do….sure it can be cute a...
Does Your Puppy HATE To Be Picked Up? | Ep. 188
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When puppies are still young and tiny, it’s common to pick them up to hold them, cuddle them, move them, or keep them out of harm's way when ne...
How to Introduce A Puppy To A Newborn | Ep. 187
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the best way to introduce your new baby to your puppy? Is there a right or wrong way to do it? When is the best time to do it? Should you eve...
Is Your Puppy Jumping & Nipping At The Treat Pouch?! | Ep. 186
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of our go-to pieces of advice for new puppies is: always have a treat pouch on your when your puppy is out of the crate!Leveraging food in those e...
Tips For Puppy Nipping! | Ep. 185
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
They’re cute, soft and oh so floofy! BUT boy can those shark teeth hurt when they can’t seem to stop nipping and chewing on the hands that feed th...
Does SNUGGLING = BONDING? | Ep. 184
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s be honest: there’s nothing quite like those sweet sleepy new puppy snuggles, right?!You know those ones where they’re too tired to bite, s...
Is Puppy Training Just Like RAISING KIDS? | Ep. 183
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Puppies VS Babies: Is it similar or completely different? We’re so glad you asked and it is SUCH a great question!Check out the timestamps to find w...
Does Your Puppy Need to BUILD THEIR CONFIDENCE? | Ep. 182
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a BIG world out there for a small young puppy. Some puppies (often the more outgoing, dominant personalities from a litter) have no issues taki...
When Do Puppies SELF-REGULATE Their NAPS? | AAPTS Ep. 181
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does your puppy take it upon themselves to take a nap? The idea is a lovely one: puppy feels tired, so they go to their crate or bed for a little snoo...
When is the RIGHT TIME to GIVE AFFECTION? | Ep. 180
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We often talk about when NOT to pet your puppy. Ex. If they’re biting your hands, jumping up on you, if they’re being demanding or overexcited…....
Why Your Puppy WON’T STOP NIPPING You! | Ep. 179
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As new puppy parents, we usually know there’s going to be some puppy nipping happening from time to time. But more often than not, the frequency a...
What To Do If Your Puppy Seems BORED In The PLAYPEN | Ep. 178
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should your puppy always be doing something? Do they need to have a toy or chew or person available to entertain them so they don’t get into trouble...
How To Stop Your Puppy From BITING YOUR KIDS | Ep. 177
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Getting a new puppy when you have young kids at home may seem like a beautiful, adorable, brilliant idea……Afterall, it will teach your kids how to...
Is Your Puppy Waking Up Too Early? | Ep. 176
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Puppies need a lot of sleep…but sometimes they don’t want to sleep when we NEED them to!Is your puppy whining or barking at you in the wee hours o...
Does Your Puppy Refuse to Potty On Walks? | Ep. 175
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Having a puppy learn where their “potty spot” is and use it consistently is a huge breakthrough in the potty training process!But for some pups th...
Parvo in Puppies ft. Dr. Sara Beroukhim | Ask A Vet Show Ep 3
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back for another episode of: Ask A VET Show!On today’s show we’re going to be talking about more of a serious issue, but it’s one of the...
How To Get Your Puppy To Relax Out Of Crate | Ep. 174
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As your puppy gets older, you want them to be able to hang freely with you around the house without you having to watch them every second, right?!Oh i...
Is Your Puppy Biting Their Harness? | Ep. 173
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Puppies nip and bite and use their mouths to explore the world — and communicate with you!And when you’re doing something that annoys them, or the...
How To Manage Your Puppy Around Other Dogs | Ep. 172
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One part of puppyhood parents look forward to the most is having your puppy happily play and interact with other pups!While interacting with other dog...
Can A Puppy Be Trained By Two People? | Ep. 171
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s normal for a puppy to connect more with one person in the family. Usually that’s the person who is doing more training and work with that pup...
Does Your Puppy Hate The Crate At Night? | Ep. 170
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The crate can be one of the most helpful tools for a new puppy and new puppy parents! It keeps them safe, provides a comfortable area that they can re...
Can’t Get Your Puppy To Potty On Walks? | Ep. 169
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Teaching your puppy where to go potty and helping them learn to “hold it” for longer (by using the crate) are two of the key components to success...
Can You STOP Your Puppy From POOPING In The Middle Of The Night? | Ep. 168
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Waking up to take your new puppy to potty through the night is a normal part of the early puppyhood stage. As they grow and get bigger they’ll be ab...
Dry Food vs Wet Food: What Should You Use For Training? | Ep. 167
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hard dry kibble can be tough to chew for small young puppies, not to mention not all that appetizing to them. We often encourage pup parents to soak t...
Dental Care for Puppies ft. Dr. Jill Child | Ask A Vet Show Ep 2
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back for Episode 2 of our special new segment: Ask A VET Show! This is a way for us to provide you with more puppy health advice to help you i...
Should You Send Your Puppy Away For Training? | Ep. 166
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
**Apologies for the sound quality, we had mic issues during the recording of this episode.😔There’s so many options when it comes to training your...
Are Zoomies Bad? | Ep. 165
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Zoomies are those sudden outbursts of energy puppies that can have them running circles around your home, jumping on furniture, and overall looking li...
Crate vs. Playpen: What’s Better for Potty Training? | Ep. 164
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The playpen and the crate are two tools we love using for young puppies.But when it comes to potty training, is one better than the other? Can you use...
When Can You Transition Your Puppy To Free Roam? | Ep. 163
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been following us for a while (or if you’re new, we’ll tell you now!) we are HUGE fans of STRUCTURE for puppies! Two main components o...
Your Puppy’s First Vet Visit ft. Dr. Liz Hix | Ask A Vet Show Ep 1
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are so excited to welcome you to a special segment we are starting: Ask A VET Show! This is a way for us to provide you with more puppy health advi...
Getting Your Puppy To STAY LONGER On PLACE | Ep. 162
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you were to ask us what command is our FAVORITE of all time, it has got to be: PLACE command!“Place” is basically teaching your puppy how to be...
How To Stop Your Puppy From PEEING ON YOUR BED | Ep 161
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever gotten into super cuddle-mode with your puppy and thought what a great idea it’d be to snuggle with them on your bed….until they PEE...
Is Your Puppy Suddenly Waking Up Overnight? | Ep 160
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s such a major milestone when your puppy can finally sleep through the night! For some puppies (especially smaller breeds) this can take a bit lo...
When Do Puppies STOP Chewing and Nipping? | Ep 159
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chewing and nipping are two of the most common puppyhood problems that new puppy parents have to deal with. So the good news is — you’re not the o...
Does Your Puppy’s Behavior Seem “Aggressive”? | Ep 158
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Puppies can exhibit an array of behaviors on any given day: from happy one moment, to misbehaving at the next, and everything else in-between!But what...
Are You Using The Leash The RIGHT Way? | Ep 157
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Having a leash on your puppy while they’re outside of their crate or playpen and around the house with you can be extremely helpful in ensuring thei...
Get A Handle On ZOOMIES! | Ep 149
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Oh My Zoomies!! Those moments of intense, seemingly random bursts of energy when puppies sprint around in circles, change directions abruptly, and may...
How To Stop Your Puppy From Peeing On The Rug | Ep 156
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Has your puppy ever seemed to ONLY have an accident in a specific area when they’re “potty trained” everywhere else?You know, the puppy that’l...
How To Get A Handle On Humping | Ep 155
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Humping is a very natural behavior for puppies, but knowing that info doesn’t make it any less annoying (or embarrassing!) if they are doing it to y...
How Often Should Your Puppy Poop? | Ep 154
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you got a puppy, did you ever think so much of your life would revolve around their poop?!Poop accidents, soft poop, runny poop, hard poop, NOT p...
Getting Calmer Walks With An Overexcited Puppy | Ep 153
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The great outdoors is often the most challenging place to bring your puppy! And if they’re already an excited pup by nature or are prone to getting ...
Introducing A Puppy To A New Baby | Ep 152
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Puppies and babies…so similar, and oh so different! Yet the thought of both of them makes many people swoon and do “crazy” things...like having ...
What To Do If Your Puppy HATES The Playpen | Ep 151
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Playpens are a great option for providing a safe space for young puppies to roam around in while they’re out of their crate and you can’t watch th...
Why Do Puppies Have Trouble Listening Outside? | Ep 150
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Your puppy knows their commands PERFECTLY indoors, but for some reason as soon as you step outside, they forget everything you know they know and you ...