Puppy Potty Training - House Breaking - Crate Training - Puppy Socialization

[@redprepper2335]

“Your dog doesn’t need dog friends...they need you to be their friend.” Man, what a great statement.

[@donna7507]

Yes that may be true but you don’t want them to bark at the other dogs while out on a walk it’s very embarrassing when you’ve got a Weim and a little poodle walks by ☹️ the other dogs owner automatically thinks he’s aggressive but he’s not he’s just saying STAY AWAY PLEASE!! Because he’s been attacked and run after two times each and bitten and has totally lost his trust in other dogs sadly especially when he used to absolutely love playing w/all dogs at the park except for Boxers idk why I guess he prefers briefs lol

[@db3st1]

Larry is too underrated. Straight to the point with no nonsense. Which is especially important for puppies who will become large to extra dogs. Love all his stuff.

[@DevilDOG_O341]

We just got a rotti pup and he is a biter. He's a lover too, but boy does he get in moods where he really growls and bites at my wife's ankles and our kids. We have learned more from this video, and a few others than anything else we've read online, watched online, etc for the past four days. Our pup is almost 8 weeks old. We are definitely going with the crate training asap. Larry, I love your straightforward mentality. It's refreshing!

[@kristinhalley1944]

How is he now a year later. We are having the same issue now.

[@mizz9841]

​@@kristinhalley1944 I'm not certain anyone respond to you so here I am a year later asking about your progress?

[@DaKlubHK]

Very informative...my pup comes home tonight. We are excited !!!

[@lklencho]

Thank you

[@nataliesalazar4402]

The first week with our pup was so stressful! I found your videos and the second week AMAZING!!! NO more accidents puppy is sleeping more biting less .. thank you so much!!!

[@tanjalojic8432]

We have a one year old havanese dog. When he was a puppy,i used all your advices about potty training and he learned it in less then a week(he had only one accident in a house) so I say,thank you for your "words off wisdom",for me they mean allot and there is always something to learn from you. Thank you,Larry

[@robmoore4568]

I also used his advice when we got our puppy. Can't say thank you enough!!!!

[@lklencho]

So happy to hear that. Thank you

[@awarenessbusinessgroup2187]

Agreed! My little dobie has been home for 7 days and he is 9 weeks now today. Only had a few accidents which were all my fault because I didnt hear my alarm or I mistaked whining in crate as wanting to get out but he actually has to go potty. Now he is solid. The fact that he said in this video that he doesnt give a command when Mango was at the soccer field, I was making mistake here. We have a pet zone here and other people and what he will do is follow and not listen to me, but now I'm not gonna say anything I'm just gonna let him be a puppy and follow closely. Thanks Larry

[@carlaboyle6223]

Love, love, love your car talk videos! I've learned so much! Thank you for sharing your dog knowledge for FREE, your advice has made all the difference in my life with my dogs. Can't thank you enough. Please keep the car videos coming! 😊

[@whiteravenltd9523]

I watch your videos over and over again and I always pick up some new tidbits. They help me for my own opinions on what I feel will work with my situation and then table other suggestions that you offer for another day or another dog. It blows my mind and irritates the hell out of me that people will sit there and write comments about a video like yours claiming that you don't know what you're talking about, or your advice is wrong, but they fail to invest any time out of their lives to give me the other side of the fence so I can form an opinion and figure out what will work for me and my dogs. And the fact that you have so many videos and so much content out there for free is invaluable to somebody like me who just can't afford to go to structured dog classes and when I find myself, lile now, needing to undo bad habits, from a work-at-home lifestyle that seems like it should have been really easy to invest time in my puppy who's not sucking monster turned out to be just the opposite that I feel like I kept putting him in front of the TV like a little kid to keep them quiet so that I could work and now I'm dealing with the repercussions of trying to undo bad habits that I allowed to be created which I know is on me not him. Thank you Larry, I will continue to watch every video you put out, I subscribed to your channel I like every video I watch and if it seems relevant to a friend of mine who's having a problem or could find you thought of watching your video I pass it along, because I know every dog is different situations are different even what part of the country you're living in create its own challenges like I experience this past winter dealing with one of the coldest purses snowiest Winters in my neighborhood wear it was hard to take my puppy out to go to the bathroom because he couldn't walk in the weather and now I have bad habits so again thank you for everything you're sharing with people like me so that I can undo bad habits that I'm living with right now.

[@anthonybly]

Amen brother, perfectly put. I cannot stand using the term socialization because it's not the same for dogs as it is for humans. I'm going to start using the term exposure in place of socialization as that word really portrays the meaning behind what we want people to do with their puppies. You're right, if they are watching you they are fans and they are looking to learn something. There is no room in this business for egos or people guarding information as we all have learned from someone else who freely gave their advice or charged a small fee for their time. We all have to eat.

[@wizeeguy268]

I’ve went thru a shit load of trainer videos, being that I’m getting a rotti pup next week... my last one was 20 years ago... I’ve waited a long time for this moment. Anyway, out of all the videos I’ve watched, or tried to watch, I keep coming back to yours! Keep it up brother !

[@autumnmoonfengshui1296]

Thank you for these videos! I have paid almost $1000 for my 10 month old puppies training and I've learned more from you. I've made lots of mistakes but in spite of me, my dog is doing great! And we are working together on becoming a great team.

[@anoopgwari9996]

Well done Larry....very well done. When you speak, it comes from your heart. It shows man...stay solid...stay strong. Cheers..

[@lklencho]

Truly appreciated

[@debibly2843]

Larry, THANK YOU !!! for all the free info you supply. I am living on a fixed income and can't afford your training, as much as I would love to have it, so this information is INVALUABLE TO ME. I am hoping to incorporate all this valuable infrmation into my American Bully puppy. Although he is now just 6 months old, I know I started later then I should have, but I read where they siad not to try training beefore 6 months old , I am hoping I can turn around all the things I need to fix. I will follow all your tips in order as I need to have a well trained, off collar dog when it's all said and done. Again, THANK YOU !

[@RingoTheGSP]

I get my GSP puppy next week. Love your car chats...very, very informative! I've been adopting adult dogs for the past 25 years, the puppy refreshers are extremely helpful! The difference this time is that in a month, when pup is 12 weeks old we'll be moving into my converted ambulance and hitting the road! Talk about exposure 🤗 Thank you Larry!! Sadly my adult pointer died last month, I was planning on him being a mentor dog, but we'll be okay.

[@ERWINELECTRIC]

I'm getting a puppy and I have not had a puppy in a long time. And its a Gordon. I have my work cut out for me. Came across your videos in my research. I have 6 weeks to prepare.. These are really helpful. Thank you for these!!

[@Pipe-organ-recordings]

Thanks this is excellent. Question: if you live in an urban area how do you introduce your puppy to everything safely before they have their second round of shots? I assume after the second round of shots at 10 weeks you are ok to let them get down on the ground and play outside. Thx. !

[@Coachalisamc]

This is amazing! Have a 12 week old Rottweiler at home and your puppy biting and this video have been exactly what I needed to not only be more informed but to make me see I am doing everything I’m suppose to be doing and it’s not hurting him it’s beneficial. Thank you!

[@terryandrews9956]

Had my 8 week old rotti for a week now, I just stumbled upon your videos and it makes me happy hear I’ve been doing this right. Especially the potty training. I need to expose more but it is very cold where I live.

[@davidfayle7654]

This video is literally gold. Thank you Larry!

[@beanthng]

I have trained all my rotties (over 40 years) this EXACT away. Incredible. I have raised many GREAT well behaved Rottweilers. I love love love the breed. I’m so happy to hear all this. Family used to think I was nuts but I want to create a well balanced dog. Thanks for the video!!! I have a new male coming in a few months and it’s been 14 years since I’ve raised a pup (my last male lived to be 13). I can’t wait to get going on a new little man. I can take my dogs anywhere without issues because I HAVE put so much damn time into them being healthy, well balanced, well exposed and well behaved pups and young dogs.

[@MuradKablan]

Hi Beanie, I also plan to get a rottweiler puppy soon. What's your crating routing when your dog is between 6-12 months of age? Do they stay in a pen? Crate? and for how long? Thanks!

[@amyrorris569]

I am so grateful for all your videos you are the Lorax speaks for the dogs!

[@yeeluvspizza]

Larry, really appreciate your no nonsense communicative approach. I'm considering bringing home a lab puppy next month (currently have a 7 year old blue nose pit named Kobe). Your video confirmed that we potty trained & crate trained Kobe correctly with the taxi method. If we get the puppy we will incorporate your method of doing most of the activities outdoors in my backyard to wear her out. The rest of your video was very enlightening regarding exposing a puppy early on to add many things as possible.

[@nstuckey1990]

I wish people would really know the value in the knowledge this man just dropped for free!!

[@mattandnatforever]

Thank you so much!!!! Just got a new pup. Your videos are helping my daughter and I with our new pup

[@ediehollowell5332]

I'm trying, but struggling with pulling and my lab/ golden pulling. I tried to work while he was younger and he got a bacteria skin infarction and it through a curve. He is now 8 months. I've watched your pulling video. Helpful, yet at the park he is so excited. Would you do a video to encourage how to continue work with him? At this point he would be that dog pulling me on the hike in Nashville.

[@barbarahamm429]

Watched this and immediately started utilizing these tips and in 2 days have noticed improvement in potty training my 10 month old bulldog (we just got her in June)

[@dispersedbound]

Awesome video! Just saw you on the Shield K9 Podcast and love your content! Thank you!!!

[@wonderbubbles4092]

Clear, direct, accurate and VERY IMPORTANT! Thank you Larry

[@Shellnbaby]

We did a lot of similar things with our boxer mix when she was little. She never once had an accident in the crate because I was OCD about getting her out to pee every 2 hours for a couple weeks then I extended it by 30 minutes weekly. We haven't had any potty training issues at all since she was 14 weeks old. She's now almost 2 years old. I appreciate the points you made about the hiking trails, we took our then 15 month old dog on a camping trip and hit the hiking trails for days. She pulled me to every dog and even almost pulled me down when we went down a steep hill. I was extremely frustrated at the time. I will try your methods the next time we go.

[@emsbrelopez0711]

I love your content man no bs and you always get straight to the point

[@harrymaley870]

Another outstanding lesson......I watched the influencing video first.....but this is another MUST WATCH....I'm going to continue to look for more.

[@lukastheien8253]

I love you stuff Larry. I got a 2 1/2 hound mix and he is huge. Anyway ! He is crated now during the night for about 2 months and it had gotten us great results. Now my question is. We are at work for 8-10 hours 3 days a week and he does not do anything we don't want besides maybe jumping on the sofa which we control by leaving s chair on the sofa. He also lives with two little cats and never had any problems. He is a wonderful dog. My question is. How long with appropriate training of course would be too long for the dog to be crated while we are at work?

[@lukastheien8253]

Also forgot to mention thatI started reading your book and the e collar has been the best decision since we got our dog rupert !

[@mitchyoung77]

Thank you so much for the advice! Just wondering if your wife stays at home with the puppy? Me and my wife both work day shift and I was wondering what you think we should do while we're both gone Durning the day for for 8 hours at a time?

[@mercswifejl]

Crate them and hire a dog walker. Not fair to keep anything locked up for 8+ hours.

[@skateness]

This is really the best house breaking video ever! I tried this with my new puppy and he picked up on it right away. It makes so much sense 🤯

[@skateness]

@sweetiepie565 Try housebreaking pads inside a litter box. That’s the only time I’d use them.

[@skateness]

@sweetiepie565 That’s normal fir a puppy so young. If you can, let him sleep where he can see you and he should calm down.

[@skateness]

@sweetiepie565 I understand. I kept my dogs crate in my bedroom at night when he was very young. Potty training was hard. But it works if you stay on it. I followed the video.

[@randysandford4033]

Larry, I'm hooked on your videos. I love the no nonsense, holistic approach (Exposure not socialization). I find them the most helpful and effective.

[@TPBrando]

Everything you said is spot on. What do you do when Joe Public's dog is on Flexi and heads toward the two of you? just get between him and yours?

[@petsgetphysicalsydney]

Thank you for sharing all you do. We love your videos and your openness. Thanks a million from Australia!

[@rezapourgharavi9422]

Hey Larry, I’ve been watching your videos for few weeks and I find them very helpful. Keep posting your awesome videos I personally appreciate it. Thanks for your valuable information and as you say peace ✌🏼😉

[@lindaboone3683]

Love the wrap up 😂. I love you and sit and watch your trainings for hours. I might even end up in KY one day with one of my pups. Love the info. This was a new perspective for me, I like it!

[@chriscarshunting]

Thank you for your Expertise in Dog training and willingness to share it. My wife and I tend to love the dogs too much and not concentrate enough on the puppy training. We are now learning that a bit of tough love in the beginning. "Crate training" Exposure. Etc. Pays off. Plus we've had a lot of rescue dogs. A 9 week old Shepherd/Colie mix 7 days ago. Lol. That paying good $ for a well breed dog is worth the investment. A Pure breed Shepherd will be coming in the spring. Those that make bad comment don't know. Which is most of the dog owners. Thanks for what you do.

[@Vasquimho]

How do you go about if parvo is prevelant and begin exposure with the puppy? Just got a Rottweiler puppy and don't know what to do. Thanks

[@anyascelticcreations]

Thank you for the awesome video! This is pretty much what I did with the last puppy I raised except that I made the mistake of allowing idiots to come up to her and do that "OMG, PUPPY!!!" thing. That mistake honestly ruined my puppy because she learned right away to go nuts and beg for that reaction with every human she saw. At that point she didn't care what I said or did, she wanted that "fix" of people oooing and awwing over her. Had I not done that she probably would have been a great dog. But instead I ended up rehoming her to a family who wanted a dog like that. They got a dog with over 300 hours of obedience training who adored everyone. And I had no dog. She was a Boxer mixed with probably Bernese Mountain Dog. If I ever get a dog again it will be a Rottweiler who I will again obedience train well and expose to everything. But I will NEVER allow anyone to do the, "OMG, PUPPY!!!!!" BS again. I'll have to allow a Rottweiler pup to be pet by strangers some, but never like that again. I want my dog focused on me and calm. Not going berzerk over every idiot they see. Like you say, "They don't need dog friends." They should be focused on you. I say, they don't need to be friends with all the people either. Polite, yes. But they do NOT need to interact with everyone. And they don't get to go berzerk with anyone. I got a dog for ME. Not for the neighbors or all the people we saw when we were out. I should have been more firm with the idiot people. Rather than expecting my dog to react calmly to that as a pup. If I ever get a dog again I will not make that mistake again.

[@lanadoyle7110]

This video just answered all of my questions i thought i was doing somethings wrong but i see im already following 60%of your rules. First time video watcher. Got a new Lab/pitmix 50%/50% male. He was removed from mama too early in my opinion. He was born Nov 18th 2019. I have 4 other dogs I've been working with 2 who have major behavior issues and don't listen at all. I plan to watch more of your videos to learn the proper way to correct them. Im a 5 dog household at the moment. I love animals more than ppl most days 😁. Your time and information is valuable to me thank you again.

[@lanadoyle7110]

I have a American Bulldog/GSP mix she is well basic trained she is potty trained leash trained and crate trained as well as does not bark unless threats or asked 2. But 1 problem i have with her is that no matter how much walking running playing jogging we do her energy levels never seem to fade she still paces back and forth in the living room. She isnt understanding that inside means settle down. Please help any tips would be nice. Thanks a billion

[@GMC-il4gf]

Every time I see this man I think it is the special forces dog handler I worked with in the army. Almost looks like twins.

[@robbib9667]

Watched this video before we got our Showline GSD. Beautiful dog, well bred dog...everything Larry said in this video is spot on. Now he’s 14 1/2 months and what a love he is. He’s traveled perfectly cross country in my Yukon several times. Will stay in the backseat for HOURS. We went to US Sieger show and while we didn’t show him, we went/camped with a family and their 2 VA males. Aggressive type males. Without our pups foundation it would hsve been a train wreck. He’s 80 lbs of all male...and will stay contently in a canvas crate!!! He’s a high drive male to boot! Crate train, expose, be consistent. It’s work but it’s rewarding! Next pup coming home in 5 weeks. Thanks Larry !!!and I’m from Nashville. Sounds like Percy Warner or Radnor Lake😬 I was the webmaster for TN State Parks for 10 years. I’m biased.

[@mercswifejl]

My husband says when I bring a puppy home it's like having a new baby. I sleep on the couch for the first two weeks with the crate next to me. Set my alarm for every two hours. After 3 to 5 days they got it. Then we just have to perfect it. Works every time. When people tell me they won't use a crate (bc dogs shouldn't be in cages) I won't train their dog. I ask them if you had a toddler and couldn't be in the room would you leave them to roam about? Of course not.....it would be in a pack n play. So.....humans belong in cages?? But puppies don't? 😒 Ugh frustrating!

[@toeeksjsn]

yes!!! love the pack n play statement!! so true

[@devpac7861]

Of the dozens of channels ive watched, this is the best and most informative, real training, i love how you work with the dogs in the vids, like forreals real world problems you show us how to fix.

[@haleyrianne]

Hi Larry ... our new 13 week old Male Malinois puppy always tries to eat things off the ground when on walks as well as lunge to play and grab onto our 20 month old female Malinois .... when he does this we are popping him on the leash and his martingale collar ... is it ok that we do this when he displays these behaviors or is he too young and we’re risking ruining our relationship with him? Thank you

[@katherineernst9971]

Hi Larry. We have a Labradoodle now 12 months old. Just found your videos last month and really regret not finding you when we brought him home. This is our fourth dog and the training has changed. Can’t say I was fond of the new method so I mixed in some of the previous training. Tristan was outstanding until 4 months old. He began biting and ripping our clothes for a couple of months ( teething), until I got him under control with a leash.He alway came running when called until 3 months ago. I realized I gave him too much freedom in our fenced half acre and had to put him back on a leash whenever in the yard unless playing ball with him. He has a friend next door and they play together almost every day. Best of friends! There are a couple of minor things to keep working on and find your videos extremely helpful. Possessive with the ball and slipping out the door and not coming when called that needs to be addressed. I get the feeling he is laughing at us, the little devil as he thinks it’s a game. That is why I think we need to try the e- collar. Am trying to understand how one should use it as timing seems to be very important .All our previous dogs lived happy long lives from 13-16 years old and were rescue or abandoned dogs. Tristan is an Australian labradoodle at 45 lbs. Very affectionate and loving and follows me everywhere.Oh yes, he whimpered the first night in his crate as he slept beside me and that was it. Lucky!

[@lorihoffman6150]

Larry great video but a lot of people don’t have yards at all they live in apartments and then they are told not to bring their puppies out of the grass where other dogs go to the bathroom until they have all their shots. How the puppies get a lot of stimulation and exposure when you can’t bring them out until they have all their shots?

[@absolutemalmaute9592]

Can’t wait to implement all of this advice with our pug puppy in the spring

[@kristinreviewsthings]

wait can dogs go in grocery stores? are you allowed to bring dogs anywhere? I have a little 4 lb chihuahua and could keep it in a bag

[@LonghornsLegend]

I love your style my kinda guy. I'm driving home with my new pup in my lap following every video you made on new puppies. Thanks for what you do.

[@AG-oq1fb]

This was so helpful! We have a 9 week old Doberman and your videos have been so great to watch.

[@jamiecollett8840]

I have learned a lot from your videos! I've been binge watching them since bringing home my 11 week old labradoodle 2 weeks ago! Keep them coming please!

[@courtneyrosales4126]

I get my Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy mid july 2020. OMG!!! AWESOME VIDEO! GREAT INFO!!! BUT I HAVE TO SAY THE END IS BY FAR MY FAVORITE PART OF YOUR PERSONALITY 🤣🤣🤣🤣 love it seriously!!

[@thevossross]

Getting a 8 week French Brittany in a week in AZ. Taking in all the info. Thank you Larry!

[@marwannasser1972]

Hi, first of all I want to thank you for such a helpful information!!!! I'm getting my first puppy(a Rotti) and I've been watching hundreds of videos, on all kind of training I can think of...by far this is the best and most helpful video!!! Thank you again and for sure I'l be your follower !!!

[@rgill4598]

How did potty training the Rottie go? I'm getting one soon.

[@edwinamarillo126]

Hello Larry, What do you mean by click? Like a little clicking device or something?

[@timnicely1579]

Thanks for the info, getting ready to get a puppy this weekend. Great info it is going to help a lot.

[@MrXiiiking]

What about leaving a 7month puppy in a crate. She understands the word crate and goes in there when i have treats, but when i leave the house she howls and barks and bites on the crate. What do i do? She always sleeps in the crate at night from 11-4am and than she starts to cry

[@sumadoolpeep7171]

Thank you for your work and sharing of your experience and expertise!

[@stephaniebattles550]

I found your channel through will at Fenrir Canine. I like your style no BS. Our 9 year old boxer was the midst fabulous dog listened to our every word and could be walked off leash easily. It's been sometime now without a puppy and We are preparing to get a Cane Corso. Like to hear your term exposure over socialization. Relearning a lot from you. Happy Retirement !

[@andrewb5816]

Hey larry love your videos very informative. Inhave a question about getting you puppy use to the car? Mine just gets really drowly and ends up throwing up. My question is, how do i get her relaxed and calm when im driving?

[@kristigenkinger5327]

Love your video. Thanks so much for making it. I just got a 10 week old shepherd week ago. Definitely going to follow your advice .

[@donna7507]

Not sure my comment went thru? 🙄😏 anyway I want to say GOOD FOR YOU LARRY!! And THANK YOU for keeping it free!! God bless that shows that you're concerned about the dogs and I also have a question, there's this guy who claims in order to train them, you have to become their mom!?? He doesn't show how unless you pay! Which is his prerogative but what do you think of that? No leash, no treats etc. I'd never not use a leash in the city obviously but I was just curious if you'd heard of this method or seen and your thoughts? Thank you again! God bless!

[@jmelouise3]

New follower, 11 week old Great Dane sisters between my college-aged daughter and I (pups see one another regularly, but very different upbringing; we’ve had them since 6 weeks) I’m a 26 year wheelchair user; Determined to train. You’re videos r awesome, so glad to have found you. Any videos you recommend for wheelchair users??

[@LauraHopkinsCDL]

Larry I'm the same ,totally on the pup. I don't even bother getting undressed so I can pick pup up and get them out on the grass. Agreed ,to much freedom causes problems.I also agree with exposure,great word Larry. Great advice. Thanks : ) Note, Leads are necessary with Pica issues though .

[@SuperDesignguy]

I'm glad you make these videos. Thank you.

[@stephen2215]

Great advice. Thanks. Bringing my puppy home in two weeks and can't wait to be as OCD as you!

[@lindaabraham8715]

Glad to hear your common sense views. Here are some comments: I learned on day 1 with my GSD (8 weeks old), not to feed in the house. She always has to go #2 after a few bites. You are also right about the crate--we had been playing outside for 2 hours, when I thought it was ok to let her walk around the house for a few minutes--she immediately squatted and peed on the carpet! That was the one and only accident in the house. I also learned never to believe anyone who says that their dog is "friendly"--sure, they are friendly and darling with their people and when alone in their own home, but they can turn vicious in a heartbeat at the sight of another dog or puppy, and I do mean vicious. Never, ever take your dog to a friend's house, no matter what assurances you get. You are also correct about people--unbelievably dumb. I met a total stranger at a nature park who immediately bent down to stick her fingers into my dog's ears and mouth, and then told me she was training the dog to get used to it. Can you believe? And so many people will try to tell you what to do or how to train your dog, even when the dog is behaving very nicely right in front of them, walking on a loose leash and sitting when told--where do these people think the dog learned how to behave so well? If you meet a dog and need something to say, then talk about your own dog, compare notes, ask questions, or talk about the weather, but don't bore somebody with advice if no one asked for it.

[@cathybergeron6130]

Great information! Just brought home a Great Dane puppy and don't want to screw this up. LOL Exposure over socialization!!!!! Great advice! Thank you.

[@caninetherapyinc9031]

I am sending this out to EVERY SINGLE PERSON who contacts me about potty training. I truly feel like because you are in law enforcement and have so much passion for training dogs that the way you talk gets through to people WAY better than the way this old lady talks to them!!!! I had a guy contact me last week about training his eight week old puppy. I offered to send him my PDF on raising pups and offered the link to one of my talking videos on raising and training pups. I also suggested getting the Monks of New Skeet's book on the Art Of Raising A puppy. He was OUTRAGED! He said that he did not have the "bandwidth" to watch videos or read PDFs. He wanted me to drive over to his house and say all the same stuff. I told him that if he did not have the "bandwidth" to read a PDF and watch a video to PLEASE rehome that poor puppy ASAP!!! (Did he want me to drive over there, screw off the top of his head and pour some magic "knowledge" into his brain?????) Like you, I also offer all my info on this subject for free because it seems unethical to charge money for something so basic. I love how you hammer home that if you get a puppy, expect to not get so much sleep! Raising a puppy is about being present and focusing on the here and now--not going about your business on auto pilot like we all tend to do. The hardest thing about changing our habits is REMEMBERING to do it differently the next time! Thank you for doing this video Larry! No matter how many times we talk about this, there will always be more new puppy owners coming along who are CERTAIN that they do not need to use the old, time tested ways of raising a puppy. There is no app to buy. There is no virtual reality bullshit that can train a puppy for you. You have to unplug and be real.

[@courtneyblethen6364]

Larry, what do you suggest with doing exposure at this very moment? I have a 16 week old GSD puppy -- he was surrendered by another family and I didn't get him until 14 weeks and with all the social distancing required I'm worried about missing the important period for exposure. Any advice you have?

[@abbrah]

These videos are some of the best. Never stop them and ignore the slapdicks.

[@Lipperacci]

Thank you Larry!! Please keep the videos coming. I took a step back from training for a while because of other trainers and I was miserable. I have learned alot from you and hope that continues. This video helped me remember I am doing it right my way. We have very similar views on training. I appreciate every one of your videos and you. Thank you again. Sarah

[@RoslynJones]

Love your videos, 💯. I always recommend your videos to people.

[@kofisbess]

Great video. Such good information. Thanks Larry.

[@MIKEC2000]

Ok getting a pup in Dec and have harsh winters with lots of snow here , any tips for potty training?

[@germanbarahona8830]

Aaaaaaamazing info thanks for the help! I'm gonna go now and put this information in practice with my 2 month old Rottie... Best from Sunny Costa Rica!

[@lfbeam]

Perfect!! Love your direction! Couldn’t agree more with all these insights!!!

[@SergiuSalcau00]

is there such a thing as too much distance to cover with a puppy, a malinois ? i take 14-20 km hikes and up in mountains. i am perfectly aware of what the breed is, but is it a long distance and too much physically for a puppy ? i don t want to put the puppy through soemthing he can t handle just because he is 2-3 months old.

[@yamiletcintron2185]

This was very helpful! I'm just wondering what time in the morning you go out for the first time so that they can use the bathroom. My puppy seems to wake up super early

[@MY_2_CENTZ]

I just brought home a Rottweiler puppy 8 weeks old exactly one week ago. I’ve already started with some obedience roughly about 3 5-10 sessions a day. But just watched your video about letting the dog be a dog and adjusting to the household now I can dial it back a bit but I’ve noticed some nipping at my young children and I can’t have that. I’ve giving stern pops of the collar but doesn’t seem to be working. Is the dog to young for a bonker or shock collar or maybe even a pronge collar?????

[@thegoat2345]

I need to know this question also please reply‼️

[@n0rthv1ew]

Super helpful. There is so much info out there, but you break it down and I feel confident with our new puppy.

[@CaptnKyrsh]

Thank you so much, Larry!! I emailed you about the exposure just last week, and I really appreciate you putting out this video!! And my catahoula pup thanks you even more 😊

[@jenlvjim]

Just got a Akita puppy and love your advice.

[@MannOrchardsMovies]

Thank you for sharing this! Do you think group obedience classes are beneficial for young dogs?

[@sweetazzpiew8490]

+Larry Krohn why would people bash your very informative videos..I'm learning a lot in my ole age lol..In the 90's my family had a dog, I'm thinking about getting a dog at this stage in my life..However when I watch your videos and you're teaching I realize how much that I did NOT know wth I was doing with my dog, not even a lil bit..I mean my dog was a happy, funny, strong, beautiful golden brown Terrier Poodle, I mean she had 9 lives, she survived Parvo, hit by a car, I mean she was an awesome dog 😢..My ex husband found her, she was an abandoned puppy, she was just a lil baby when he and my son found her and snuck her in the house..When I watch your videos and look back on when we had her, Omg!! we made a ton of mistakes..So yeah I may get a 🐕, wish me luck 🤞🏾

[@E1VM]

Thank you for this very helpful information. There's great stuff here. I am pretty much the same way you are with potty training.

[@saramations]

I'm glad you says something about stop watering your puppy after a certain time... The one thing I absolutely will always disagree with is leaving water in a crate for a puppy. I've seen some dog trainers insist on learning water with your puppy 24/7 even though the night and it made me sad inside.

[@lulushuman9653]

Just found your videos; Thank You, just what I need right now; getting my puppy in 2 wks . Let the haters waste their own energy hating.

[@bridgettelampkin]

Thank you 🙏🏾 great Vid. I have a 8 week old Doberman (Sebastian) I will definitely take heed to your potty training tips and lessons. And looking forward to exposure taking him everywhere I go. ♥️♥️🙏🏾

[@juliantrujillo706]

bridgettelampkin any advice!? I just got my 7 week old Doberman (kiwah). She’s been having accidents. I tried the pads but they’re no help. I haven’t taken her out cause she hasn’t got her shots. She’s getting them this weekend but I’m scared of taking her out considering what vets say, “don’t take em out til their shots are done.”

[@bridgettelampkin]

Jay Tru hi there we had a few accidents but the key is every opportunity take her outside. Soon as she eats drink water outside with them and watch her potty. Typically accidents happen We they are unsupervised. So just like head keep them in sight. They require a lot of attention but great dogs. You got this 😁

[@squeegybe]

I am loving your videos. I just got an 8 week old Long haired Chihuahua and boy the rules seem like they would be different for a puppy that weighs 10 oz. compared to like a lab puppy that weighs 15 lbs. Can you talk about if things are different? I am kind of stuck with outside training vs. pads. I hate pads but it's winter, Kylo is 10 ozs. and he's so scared of outside. HELP

[@amberjl8963]

We just brought home a Boston Terrier puppy on Saturday and she’s doing well with going potty outside (used a pad for the first day in her pen area) today is day 2 and she’s only gone outside. Being winter we can’t spend too much time outside. Her crate is next to the bed and she hasn’t had any accidents (I bring her out a few times at night) in there but she’s gets very loud. I let it go on a bit but she quiets down if I give her a pet through the crate. Is this wrong to do?

[@HeHateMe36]

Thank you so much! Been following your videos and it’s really helping my pup.

[@LiteraryTraveller]

Absolutely brilliant! Thank you so much. I have two 3.5 month old pups and this really helps.

[@skay3264]

Hello Larry :). I've written a whole aesey describing the problem, but decided to make it short and on the point. Bottom line: I think my rottweiler puppy is afraid to pee outside. He holds it until we get inside and then relives himself. This is not my first puppy, and I have never had this kind of situation. Every other dog I had, thing was to get him out at the right time and they will gladly potty outside on the gras or on a dirt. But this little guy has some problem. Do you have any opinions on this? I would very much appreciate all the help I can get at this point. If you have time, I'll explain why I got this impression of him being afraid to potty outside. Thank you and kind regards! Nina

[@karenkfc]

Amazing video. This was a great review of info you presented in other videos. I found it super helpful since we are getting our first puppy in July!

[@cmd5105]

Love your suggestions. Best ever. I will use it. My Rottie comes home in 5 weeks. Best advice ever