The real question isn’t whether you’ve owned a dog before — it’s whether you’re ready to learn and commit.

In this post, we will do our best to walk you through what to expect in the first 24 hours with your new pup and how to set up your puppy for success. We'll cover tips for the first night, best practices for your first day and everything you should expect.

It is important to prepare your house to ensure it's safe for your puppy. In addition to puppy-proofing steps, it is essential to keep a close eye on your pup as he or she is learning what behaviors are appropriate.

We commonly get requests from owners looking for a puppy, but they’re unsure of how their new buddy will fit in with their older dog. Having a dog friend or puppy around seems like it would be good for older dogs, but there are a few things to consider. Watching your senior dog slow down can tug at your heart. Many families start thinking about getting a puppy when their first dog reaches their golden years — not just to ease the eventual loss, but to keep the house feeling f

Which doodles like to cuddle the most? Let’s dive in and meet some of the friendliest, calmest, and most affectionate doodles out there!

Bringing a new baby home is a big change for everyone in the house—including your four-legged family members.

Ever wonder if you can influence how your puppy grows up—whether they’ll be calm and confident or high-energy and a little nervous? You’re not alone. Many dog parents ask: Is there a way to shape your puppy’s personality?

As excited as you are to bring your new family member home, it can feel heartbreaking to know you are taking him away from the only “pack” he has ever known. Puppies bond closely to their littermates and mothers, but their developmental stage at around 8-10 weeks old also predisposes them to be ready to bond with you, too! For that reason, you should not worry about puppies missing their mothers for long. Do Puppies Have the Ability to Miss Their Mom Long Term? Many puppy o

At JennaLee Designer Doodles, we raise litters of puppies from birth until 8 weeks. But we also frequently train select puppies for various lengths of time so we are well acquainted with the different & most difficult developmental stages of pups! In order to write this article, we asked our trainers to weigh in based on their personal and professional experience. We also took a poll of some of our past puppy parents to get a feel for what the average owner thinks is the mos

If you're a first-time dog owner looking for a guard dog, you'll want a breed that is easy to train, loyal and has a good temperament. Here are some breeds that may be a good fit for you.

Let’s explore the pros and cons of having two male dogs, helping you make an informed decision before committing to a multi-dog household.

Understanding your puppy's sleep schedule is crucial for their health, growth, and overall behavior.

Getting a new puppy is often a joyful experience. All of the sweet kisses and snuggles can be a dream come true. But what about all the training? How do you know what your dog is thinking and feeling? If you are a first time puppy owner, you may be feeling overwhelmed. As professional breeders, we share 5 of the most common mistakes new owners make and how you can avoid certain training errors. In this guide you’ll learn: Why punishing a puppy after the fact doesn’t work How

At JLDD , we often transport our puppies in the cabin of a plane to their new families. We get lots of excited squeals as well as...

While irresistibly cute, puppies need proper guidance to grow into well-mannered companions. Early training lays the foundation for a...

We all know that doodle pups are a bundle of precious fluff, clumsiness and snuggles, but there is a lot more going on than meets the eye. Most experts agree that dogs are not considered developmentally full grown or officially reaching adulthood until around 18 months of age. So what are the various stages of puppy behavior? While the stages that will be most familiar to you as an owner occur after 8 weeks, let’s visit the first 8 weeks because these are equally critical. T

Pad training a puppy is a process that requires patience, regularity, and a lot of love.

Bringing a new puppy home comes with its share of challenges. House training, teaching obedience commands, and managing a young dog’s...

Watching a well-trained dog gracefully glide through an agility course can be mesmerizing. The jumps, the tunnels, the weave poles— each...

Learn which foods are dangerous for dogs and puppies, and what food you can use as safer alternatives.