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I'm considering getting a new dog within the next year (no rush at all, just at beginning research and consideration stages).
PLEASE let's not get into the "get from a rescue shelter!?!!" soapbox...hoping to keep this to techniques that worked for those that had new puppies, recommendations on products, general thoughts to keep in mind, links to good articles, etc.
I realize I could read books and watch videos, but have found in the past that the FFA drops great knowledge. Some misc. thoughts from me....
- Being in Midwest weather (Milwaukee), ideal time to get a new dog to train would be June through October (want to avoid new puppy during holidays and rainy spring weather)
- Dog will be on the smaller side (15lbs), if that matters for training suggestions
- My main concerns to train away....barking, chewing on furniture/shoes, nipping at hands, jumping up on people, being overly excitable around visitors and new people
PLEASE let's not get into the "get from a rescue shelter!?!!" soapbox...hoping to keep this to techniques that worked for those that had new puppies, recommendations on products, general thoughts to keep in mind, links to good articles, etc.
I realize I could read books and watch videos, but have found in the past that the FFA drops great knowledge. Some misc. thoughts from me....
- Being in Midwest weather (Milwaukee), ideal time to get a new dog to train would be June through October (want to avoid new puppy during holidays and rainy spring weather)
- Dog will be on the smaller side (15lbs), if that matters for training suggestions
- My main concerns to train away....barking, chewing on furniture/shoes, nipping at hands, jumping up on people, being overly excitable around visitors and new people