For example, if you see your puppy dancing anxiously around the living room like she needs to go out, get her outside in a flash. Stay near her the whole time she s out, and reward her with praise and a treat as soon as she relieves herself. This teaches her that going outside is a good thing. Whenever you catch her chewing on one of her toys, reward her. Make a point of noticing these behaviors and rewarding them with attention, praise, or treats.
Training is a gradual process, and it can be a difficult road to walk alone.
It s important that your entire family commits to a training plan, that you all agree to respond the same way when your dog misbehaves as well as when she behaves perfectly. Remember, when you train, you need to be persistent, and above all, patient. Your puppy s going to make a lot of mistakes, and she may just destroy a few of your belongings, but she s mostly just eager to please you. She needs your love, attention, and guidance to be the good dog you know she can be.