How to Get a Puppy to Stop Growling when You Pick Them Up
00:00:50 Part 1 Using Positive Reinforcement
00:00:57 1 – Research positive reinforcement
00:01:34 2 – Choose a command
00:02:25 3 – Provide treats and praise when you pick the puppy up
00:03:05 4 – Stop providing treats if he starts growling
00:03:45 5 – Use your chosen command
00:04:34 6 – Provide more praise and treats when the puppy stops growling
00:05:19 7 – End on a good note
00:06:14 8 – Show consistency
00:07:04 9 – Have patience
00:07:43 10 – Reduce the dependence on treats
00:09:05 Part 2 Taking Additional Steps for Success
00:09:13 1 – Hold the puppy properly
00:09:57 2 – Pay attention to the frequency of the growling
00:10:33 3 – Deflect the behavior with a toy
00:11:10 4 – Differentiate playful growling in other areas
00:12:33 5 – Consider seeing a professional trainer
00:13:02 Tips
00:13:32 Warnings
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