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Episode #232 Patience is a Puppy Virtue — Teaching Your Dog to Wait for Good Things
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Do you have a puppy that bounces, barks, or grabs for anything they want? You're not alone! In this episode of Paws & Reflect, host Amy Jensen from BAXTER & Bella dives into one of the most important life skills we can teach our dogs — patience.
Discover why puppies struggle with impulse control, how waiting leads to better behavior and safety, and exactly how to teach your puppy to pause before good things like meals, leash walks, and play. Amy shares easy-to-follow steps, positive reinforcement techniques, and fun games like “Treat on the Floor" and “Doorway Wait” that make learning enjoyable for both you and your pup.
Perfect for new puppy parents or anyone who wants to raise a calm, polite, and thoughtful dog. 🎓🐾
➡️ Resources, training guides, and weekly live classes available at www.baxterandbella.com/learn-more
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Puppy Patience (00:00:00)
2. Why Patience Matters for Puppies (00:01:29)
3. Teaching Patience in Three Steps (00:02:53)
4. Patience Games That Work (00:05:11)
5. Tips for Training Success (00:07:48)
6. Final Thoughts and Resources (00:09:18)
232 episodes
Manage episode 489691651 series 2561869
Do you have a puppy that bounces, barks, or grabs for anything they want? You're not alone! In this episode of Paws & Reflect, host Amy Jensen from BAXTER & Bella dives into one of the most important life skills we can teach our dogs — patience.
Discover why puppies struggle with impulse control, how waiting leads to better behavior and safety, and exactly how to teach your puppy to pause before good things like meals, leash walks, and play. Amy shares easy-to-follow steps, positive reinforcement techniques, and fun games like “Treat on the Floor" and “Doorway Wait” that make learning enjoyable for both you and your pup.
Perfect for new puppy parents or anyone who wants to raise a calm, polite, and thoughtful dog. 🎓🐾
➡️ Resources, training guides, and weekly live classes available at www.baxterandbella.com/learn-more
Follow us on social media
Instagram @BAXTERandBella
Facebook @TheOnlinePuppySchool
YouTube @BAXTERandBella
Subscribe to our site for FREE weekly training tips!
Check out our FREE resources!
Join our membership here.
Chapters
1. Introduction to Puppy Patience (00:00:00)
2. Why Patience Matters for Puppies (00:01:29)
3. Teaching Patience in Three Steps (00:02:53)
4. Patience Games That Work (00:05:11)
5. Tips for Training Success (00:07:48)
6. Final Thoughts and Resources (00:09:18)
232 episodes
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