Don't you just love puppies? They are absolutely lovable! Having a new puppy in your own home is a supply of unlimited pleasure as well as happiness...that's until 'bad' doggy behaviors start to develop. Don't fret, here's how you can treat unwanted puppy problems:

1. Excessive or destructive chewing. Chewing is very normal for a puppy in that it is necessary because doing so minimizes the actual pain of teething, strengthens his jaws and with the proper chew toy, gets rid of some dental problems like tartar and plaque build-up.

Between the ages of 5 - 9 months, young dogs do moderate to intensive chewing. Some breeds tend to be more active chewers than others. If this type of behavior is actually left unchecked (or unchallenged) you might have to say goodbye to your tennis shoes or the coffee table's legs!

The wisest action to take is actually to give your doggy a chew toy. When you go into a pet store, you'll surely be overwhelmed by various styles, sizes, and colors of chew toys to select from. Always get the ones which are appropriate to the size of your doggy.

When you see your pup chewing on anything at all but his / her chew toy, let him know promptly by issuing a firm command. After that, move him away from the unacceptable item and provide him his chew toy.

2. Biting and Nipping

Biting and nipping may get out of hand if not addressed properly and is just about the most crucial of puppy issues. If this is not handled it can result in much more serious biting in adulthood.

Young puppies usually do not bite or nip in an hostile manner. As such, puppy owners find this conduct adorable. It's not! Pups must know that this isn't acceptable, especially when their razor-sharp teeth may cause you or somebody else pain and discomfort. Say 'Ouch!' and pull away your hand from his bite.

A firm, strong reaction is what you need to show the pup. Screaming, shouting, or even continuing to rough house with him right after he or she bites you sends the meaning that you are playing with him. This motivates the pup to keep on using this undesired nipping.

3. Barking

Barking is typical. You would like to hear your little critter's arfs along with woofs. However, whenever he barks constantly, it becomes a problem.

Pups might bark because: they are starving, bored stiff, want attention, hear other dogs, animals or perhaps persons that he is not familiar with, or perhaps wants to go potty. Find out why he or she barks. When he has been in his cage for a long time, he may need to go for a walk or relieve himself. Be sure you feed him punctually and the right amount. Check that her water bowl is full as well. Realizing exactly why the little fur ball barks can help you correct the unwanted barking properly.

4. Jumping Up

Jumping up to you or others regularly must be addressed before it becomes a long term problem. Sometimes, it may not be the dog owner but other people that the doggy comes in contact with who unknowingly inspire this kind of negative behavior. If a pup jumps up to someone, and that someone leans down to be able to pet or acknowledge the doggy, the little doggie may believe what he or she did is acceptable. He will then carry on this action simply because he knows it'll get him attention.

Ignore your puppy when he jumps up on you and walk away. Notify your friends and family to do the same. Needless to say Spot won't take this sitting down and will continue jumping up on you. Stay consistent. Ignore your pet even if you are dying to smother your pet with kisses. If you notice that he is already calm, that is when you can call his / her name so he can come to you.

Different pet owners and trainers have different solutions to puppy problems. A number of owners utilize aversive conditioning while others make use of physical punishment. No one wants to be spanked or in the case of (blank) jumping up behavior, dogs can't stand getting kneed on the chest. If you can, it is best to steer clear of physical punishment. This might work at times but think of the long term effects on your puppy. Train and discipline him with love. This will assure a long enduring friendship with your new best pal.