Congrats on little "Tootsie" - having a new puppy can be infuriating but also delightful if you have the right attitude!
Some thoughts about new puppy ownership:
Think of treats as money for your dog, then put yourself in his shoes. Why would I want to 'come' to someone (work) over and over again? Point to be clear to let him know when you are happy! Say "Good Boy" then give him treats afterwords.
For more help watch a the Puppy Training videos and keep your eyes open for some upcoming edits.
Try to treat the puppy less like a drill sergeant to his private and more as you would trying to teach a 4 year old to read. Remember his tiny pea brain is still a lot like ours in some way. Be kind and he will respond, but try not to be harsh with yelling or even staring him in the eyes.
Don't yell at him or scold him especially for anything that happens when you werent' there to INSTANTLY catch it. They don't understand anything other that 'you are REALLY Mad right now' and, he may learn to resent you if you are 'unpredictably angry at him (from his perspective).
Put the effort in EARLY be consistent, happy and have fun and you'll have a great companion for you and your family.
Gordon
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