PUPPY TRAINING Puppies Ah, puppies. You have to love them and you have to clean up after them! The transition for the new family member is far from smooth. The cuddling, playing and family walks are offset by the biting, gnawing and willy nilly peeing and pooping. Many puppy owners think that their dog is not trainable at such an early age, but the fact is, they are. It’s just a different kind of training, and a whole lot of patience. By starting early, you can get your pup on the right track by teaching him good habits and avoiding the bad ones. Equally important, the entire family needs to be on the same page with regard to the steps in training your pup.