Brain Games and Getting Your Puppy’s Attention A smart puppy needs to stay busy! Keeping your Great Dane’s mind engaged is just as important as physical exercise. If they don’t have a job to do, they will find one—and you might not like the one they pick! Communication and Recall I have already started teaching […]
Effective Crate and Potty Training Tips for Puppies
Crate and Potty Training: A Partnership The Transition from My Home to Yours At my home, the puppies have had the benefit of a doggie door, meaning they are used to taking themselves out whenever they feel the urge. When they get to your home, they have to learn a new way of communicating. They […]
Building Trust with Your Great Dane: Key Communication Tips
Communication, Handling, and Respect Building a strong bond with your Great Dane starts with clear communication. By learning to read your puppy’s signals and handling them with care, you establish a foundation of trust that will last a lifetime. The Foundation I Have Built From the minute your puppy was born, I have been handling […]
Puppy Training: Stopping Mouthing and Jumping
Managing Mouthing and Jumping Mouthing and Nipping: Setting Boundaries Early Puppy biting and mouthing are common challenges, but with a giant breed like a Great Dane, you must address this immediately. What is mouthy now will be a serious problem when your dog weighs 100 pounds or more. Avoid Rough Play It may be tempting […]
Gradual Socialization for Happy Puppies
Socialization: Use It or Lose It As a breeder, I put an immense amount of work into your puppy before they ever leave my home. I use the Empowered Breeder program to introduce them to different sounds, textures, and experiences to build a foundation of bravery. However, it is vital to remember that socialization is […]
Preparing for Puppy to Go Home: Pre and Post Arrival
Preparing for Puppy to Go Home: Pre and Post Arrival Puppy Proofing (Before Puppy Comes Home) Before you bring your puppy home, ensure your house is safe. Secure all electrical wires, remove toxic plants, and install gates to block off specific sections. Use latches on cabinets to keep cleaning supplies out of reach and ensure […]
Puppy Arrival: Creating a Calm Environment for Decompression
The First Three to Five Days: Decompression and Connection The first few days with your new puppy are the most critical for setting the foundation of your lifelong bond. This initial period is not about training or socialization in the traditional sense, but about decompression and connection. Your puppy has just left everything familiar, and […]
Puppy Socialization and Training Program
The Foundation: Early Imprinting and Senses I use the same imprinting techniques I learned from working with horses to desensitize my puppies from the start. From days 3 to 16, I perform five specific exercises once a day, including head up, head down, and using a cool cloth to build a stronger heart and better […]