• The most important thing to remember before putting time aside to train your English Bulldog puppy is to understand how training works.  Training your puppy can either be extremely challenging or a good learning and bonding experience, the choice is yours.  If you go into the training process with a positive mind and believe your puppy will listen and respect you, you will have a positive experience.  Try to keep that in mind when dealing with the difficulties of training your puppy.
• Once you understand the basics of training, the tricks, commands and how to properly use them then you will gain a basic understanding of how to train your puppy to listen to your commands.  Training requires a large amount of patience and time, so if you are lacking either of those qualities, then maybe a professional trainer will work out better for you and your English Bulldog puppy.
• Start off with simple commands, once your puppy listens and follows your commands then you can start to move on to behavioral issues.  If your puppy is nipping or aggressive at times, take the opportunity to discipline them and teach them that their behavior will no longer be acceptable.  Once you show that their actions are unacceptable, they will start to listen and respect you.
• If you train your puppy effectively, they will actually become addicted to listening to you.  It may seem like a stretch but it’s true.  Once your puppy sees they are making you happy and proud, they will want to keep making you proud and will continue to strive to do better.
• Training your puppy can also give them the confidence they need to interact with other puppies and other people as well.
• In a puppy’s brain, training can release endorphins and make them feel happy and energized throughout the day.  They will also be more focused on you and your commands, as well as staying involved in the training process.

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• First, “biting” and “nipping” are two different actions.  “Nipping” is normal for a puppy because they are trying to explore their surroundings and usually do that with their nose and mouth.  While nipping is normal, biting is not.  “Biting” is when nipping turns into a more aggressive action and is used when a puppy lashes out against his surroundings.
• Aggression in small breeds, including Yorkie puppies, can be pretty typical and expected but it doesn’t mean it is ok and should be ignored and excused.  Rage is never acceptable in a puppy and shouldn’t be ignored by the owner or family members.  Some puppies are born with social tendencies and can become afraid or aggressive towards other people and pets, but that doesn’t mean it should be excused.
• Biting is an act of extreme aggression and should be treated as soon as the issue arises.  First, try to determine when and why the puppy is becoming upset in the first place.  Maybe they don’t like a certain person around them or are fearful of other puppies or pets.  If you can determine this right away, it can keep your Yorkie puppy calm and out of situations where they lash out and become aggressive.
• Many times, smaller breeds bite because they are trying to assert their dominance and don’t want to be thought of as weak.  You’ve probably heard of the term “small dog syndrome”.  Well in this case, it is true.  Many smaller breeds think they are really a large dog and think they can boss other puppies, especially smaller puppies around.
• One way to discipline your dog is to not hit them or yell.  Keep calm and stern, explain to them that it is wrong and that you don’t want them biting.  Try calming techniques and train them to be calm and not aggressive with treats and positive reinforcement.  Of course you don’t want to reward them with bad behavior, but if they do listen then it’s a good idea to reward them.
• Be sure to let your Yorkie puppy know you are in control and they need to listen to you and your commands.  If they respect your dominance and power, they will be more likely to listen and obey your commands, the first time!

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• The first step to getting your Beabull puppy to listen to you is to stay calm and keep a stern voice when disciplining them.  It’s important to keep calm because if you are ranting and raving while screaming, they will learn to fear you instead of respecting you, and we definitely don’t want that happening.
• Many times, puppies are just like children.  If you say “no” or “bad” all the time, they are just going to become used to it and ignore you when you are trying to tell them something is “wrong” or not to do it.  If you notice, not many puppies or other pets respond to the word “no” because we as humans use it on a regular basis when disciplining.  If we start to use other words in different tones, it will come across in a totally different way that will be new to the puppy and they will be more likely to respond to the demands.
• One action you want to stay away from is physical discipline.  Hitting your puppy to teach them a lesson has been proven ineffective and is honestly not a good idea at all.  Your puppy will start to become fearful and can develop social issues if they begin to fear you or other people around them.
• It’s also important to remember that you are dealing with puppies, not humans.  Beabull puppies are naturally adventurous and like to be energetic, this is a good personality trait to have and shouldn’t be thought of as negative.  Your puppy should be rewarded for listening, respecting, playing and being adventurous.  That is just their nature and should be respected for it.  Who knows, maybe it can show you a thing or two about patience and learning to let go and have fun.

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1. One thing you can ask your potential French Bulldog breeder is what kind of health issues you can expect to face.  All breeds are prone to certain issues and should be researched before making a decision.  Sometimes it’s a good idea to look at your own financial situation and your lifestyle before choosing on a breed.  If you end up deciding on a breed that requires a lot of time, has many health concerns and are not in the right financial situation, it may cause problems.
2. Another thing you may want to ask is how big the breed is expected to get.  Depending on how big the breed gets, it may not fit in with your living situation and lifestyle.  French Bulldog puppies are considered a small breed so if that’s what you’re looking for, it will be a perfect fit.
3. You may also want to ask about the breed’s temperament and their attitude.  All puppies have different personalities and may expect to be treated a certain way, so do your research on the breed you have your heart set on and be sure to ask the breeder if they have a lot of experience with the particular breed.
4. It’s also a good idea to ask about their tendency to be social.  All breeds and puppies are different of course, but you want to choose a puppy that will socialize well with other puppies as well as people.  If you choose a breed that doesn’t play well with others or isn’t very social and you’re completely different then it may not work out in your favor, so do your research and be sure about your decision before making your choice.

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1. One benefit to owning a Puggle puppy is developing a routine and sticking with it.  Having a puppy can teach you how to wake up at a certain time to take care of their needs, and it can also help you be responsible and lose your selfish tendencies.  It’s also a chance to utilize the time with your puppy and teach them new things and introduce them to new people.
2. Another benefit to owning a puppy is the routine of exercise and being able to stick with it knowing you have your best friend by your side.  Exercise can really be beneficial to you and your puppy’s health, especially if you are getting healthy and want your puppy to start off on the right paw.  Exercising with your puppy can turn something negative and tiring into something exciting, fun and something worth looking forward to.
3. Puggle Puppies can also help you to show affection and develop patience.  Patience is usually something we all overlook and think we have, but many times we are overly stressed and not in control of our emotions.  Having a puppy by your side can help you to settle down and relax throughout the day.
4. Puppies can also help you to be more social and get you out of the house throughout the day.  Helping them be social will teach them to play with others and how to act in public.  The more you socialize with your puppy, the better off they will be in social situations around a lot of people.
5. Another benefit puppies can give you in your life is a lifelong companion.  Having a puppy next to you can help you look at things differently and be a more positive and caring person.  Knowing you have to take care of another living being can really motivate you to get out of bed in the morning and take better care of yourself.  If you’re puppy is healthy and has an active lifestyle then odds are you will follow suit.  Keeping all of these benefits in mind will help you to decide on your lifelong companion and best friend.

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1. The first step to helping your Yorkie puppy share is to give them attention and affection while playing.  If they associate playing with a positive and energetic experience, it will set the ground work for positive play.
2. If you have more than one puppy or have a baby or child in the house, be sure to show the puppy how to play calmly and how to listen to your commands.  Explain to your child that puppies need to be taught how to share too, so it can help your puppy and child all at the same time.  Nothing wrong with killing two birds with one stone right?
3. The next step is to show your Yorkie puppy a toy and pass it to another puppy or child you are in the room with.  It will teach them how to develop thinking skills and how to get the toy from one place to another.
4. If your puppy is showing aggressive tendencies against sharing their toys, bed or even water bowls be patient.  Of course they may not understand with words but showing them is just as valuable at times.  Show them that it is ok to share and that it is more fun to play with another puppy than by themselves.
5. If they don’t seem to be catching on to sharing, stick with it.  Give them an opportunity to interact with other puppies and children as well.  If they start to associate playing and sharing with other puppies and children, it will help the process go a lot smoother and keep them calm at the same time.
6. Yorkie puppies are very energetic and affectionate so share your time equally with other puppies and/or humans in the house.  If they feel like they are being ignored or less important, it will start to show with disobedience and negative actions.

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• First, explain to your child or children that a new puppy is to be treated just like another member of the family.  Explain to them that puppies are like babies in that they need to be nurtured and taken care of everyday.
• Tell your children that a Puggle puppy needs to be fed, taken outside, go for walks, play games and interact with the family in a positive way.  If your children know this right away it will prevent any issues in the future.
• Show your child how to play safely and gently with the puppy.  Explain to them that they can get hurt just like humans can and they should be very gentle.  Teach them not to hit, yell or throw things at the Puggle puppy.
• Explaining to the children that puppies are to be taken care of and respected just like a friend will help them grasp the thought of the puppy.  By showing your children to respect the puppy, it will instill values and morals in how to interact the right way with animals.
• If your children have positive experiences with animals and puppies, they will be more likely to respect and adopt puppies in the future and show their children that puppies are a special part of the family.
• Many times, giving your child responsibilities that deal with the puppy also makes them feel important and like they are taking care of something.  Give them duties like feeding the puppy and giving them water throughout the day.  Also, you can assign them to brush or help out with giving the Puggle puppy baths.

Following these simple suggestions can really make your child feel like they are responsible for their puppy.

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• Meal feeding is a good idea for many reasons, one being healthy appetite and diet.  Many times, if a puppy is exposed to a full bowl of food all day every day, they will tend to eat at any time, even if they are not hungry at that particular time.
• Beabull Puppies love food and love to gain energy from fueling up.  Meal feeding ensures that they will be set into a routine of eating twice a day, once in the morning and once at night.  Doing this will curve their behavior and teach them that certain times of the day are for certain activities and necessities.
• Meal feeding can also help with behavior issues as well.  If a puppy is given a schedule to eat, they will get into the habit of listening and focusing on you and your actions throughout the day.  They will also know what to expect next and how to behave throughout the day.
• Other than meal feeding, you can also choose to free feed.  Free feeding is having food available to your Beabull puppy all day.  This can be a good thing to do if you have a busy schedule or aren’t home for hours throughout the day.  Free feeding can teach your puppy to ration food and it can keep them settled throughout the day knowing they are being fed and kept happy.
• Free feeding may be a disadvantage if your puppy’s breed is prone to weight issues, diabetes, heart problems or other medical problems.
• There are advantages and disadvantages to both methods of feeding and you will be able to know what is best for your lifestyle and for your Beabull puppy’s personality.   The healthier of the two options is meal feeding.  Not only for dietary reasons but for behavioral reasons as well.  Following what is best for your puppy is very important, so keeping these advantages in mind well help lead you to the right decision.

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1. The most important step to consider before bringing a puppy into the house is your own lifestyle.  English Bulldog puppies need a lot of space and countless hours of love and affection.  It wouldn’t be fair to your puppy if you’re only home for a couple hours during the day, so keep that in mind when considering adopting a puppy.
2. Space is also something to keep in mind when bringing a puppy home.  Puppies are very adventurous and love to run around and burn off excess energy.  If you live in a city or busy town, check out local parks and places to take your puppy for their daily exercise.  If you live in an area with a yard or open space, consider adding a fence or some safety precautions to keep them away from danger.  Safety is always the most important when taking care of a puppy.
3. Having children in the house is also something to consider.  Whether you already have your family and just want to add one more to the mix or if you are expecting a new baby, keep in mind what will be asked of you.  Sometimes puppies develop jealousy towards other people getting attention, so you don’t want any issues coming into play.  If you are expecting a new child you may want to put off getting an English Bulldog puppy for the time being, but it can always be an option down the road.
4. Another consideration is income.  Of course, all your puppy wants is love, but they also get hungry and want to play.  Having a steady income before bringing a puppy into the house is very important and is somewhat overlooked at times.  You will also need to take them to the vet, keep them warm, give them toys to keep them busy, feed them and make sure they are as happy as can be.  You don’t want them to feel neglected or not taken care of, so be sure to have your financial situation sorted out before adding one more mouth to feed.
5. The last thing to consider before bringing a puppy home is your own personality.  This may be the one of the most important things to figure out and can be the most challenging.  Knowing yourself and your personality will help you decide whether a puppy is a good idea or just isn’t in the cards for you and your life.  English Bulldog puppies require a lot of love, affection, exercise, attention and most importantly, patience.  Of course, pouppies and humans are very different in many ways, but they are also similar.  If you tend to have a short fuse or get irritated quickly, maybe a puppy isn’t for you.  Of course, only you will know whether or not this is the case, but many times older dogs are a great alternative.  Do your research and figure out what is best for you and your personality.  Taking all of these factors into consideration will help you decide whether or not a puppy is right for you!

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1. Flowers are one of the beautiful parts about spring and summer, but along with flowers come bees.  As you know, puppies are extremely curious and feel like they are invincible to anything.  Bees on the other hand are not a very pleasant insect to deal with, so keeping an eye on your Puggle puppy is very important while outdoors.
2. Bee stings can cause diarrhea, infection, an uncomforting feeling and allergic reactions in your puppy.  If your puppy is stung by a bee keep an eye on them to see their symptoms.  If they seem short of breath or are swelling at the sting sight, take them to a veterinarian as soon as you possibly can to avoid further issues.
3. If you have taken your Puggle puppy to the vet in the past and they seem ok after a sting or aren’t allergic, try some simple home remedies to take the pain and swelling away.  Of course, be sure to run the ideas through with your vet to make sure you are following them correctly.
4. Sometimes Benadryl works wonders for a pet, so give that a try and ask your vet for dosing instructions.  Sometimes baking soda mixed with a small amount of water can be applied to the sting sight and can help reduce the swelling and pain caused from the poison.  This paste is easily applied and sticks to your pet because of the thickness of the paste, so you won’t have to worry about it causing a big mess.

Follow these simple steps during the spring and summer and you’ll have one happy Puggle puppy!

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