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I find this unrealistic for most people. Not everyone can afford a babysitter, so working people shouldn't have dogs? It's a dog, not a child. The video makes it sound like this is all absolutely necessary or the dog will be scarred for life. Left my puppy alone in a secure area while at work--he tuned out happy, healthy and was a wonderful companion for 13 years.
This video is absolutely bizarre. I am getting a cavapoo puppy in few weeks. And I work full time. I have nobody at home to take care of puppy while I am at work. After watching this video I got scared for a little bit then I realized whatever she is saying in this video it’s doesn’t make sense for most of the full time working people. I can’t afford to have a puppy sitter while I am at work. This video was supposed to give you tips what to do when you work full time not to scare people or asking people to hire someone while you’re at work.
I sleep 7hrs with pup, up and potty then breakfast/play/potty until I go to work. Pup stays in a puppy proof pen with crate, and safe chews for 4hrs. I get 20 mins to potty/train, back in pen for 3 hrs and I get home and it's free time. Haven't had a problem since starting but helpful tips to hear
How old was your pup following that schedule? Getting a 8 week old pup this Friday and trying to come up with a plan for when I have work again 4 days later
The guy at the shelter gave some pretty good advice, he said the only difference between a puppy and a baby is that your puppy probably won’t be going to college
I was in the same boat as the girl that asked the question. Those first weeks were so stressful and I'm glad to be past it. But it doesn't take too long and they can hold it the few hours until Noon. The best advice I got came from Michelle and that was, after they eat their breakfast, give them a bit and go for a little walk to encourage them to go potty again, before you leave the house. This will buy you some more time in the morning, until you can get someone in there to relieve them, if you can't.
This is a wonderful approach for about 5% of people who want or have a puppy. Let's be realistic and get in tune with the general population of working adults. Commuting to work, living in the country or a small town far from dog babysitters, if that's even a real thing, realistic ways to compromise with the needs of human and puppy. What should my reaction look like when I come home to a joyful puppy who had an accident? The information you're giving is clearly well thought out, well delivered, and appreciated. I want to be a good friend and dad to my puppy, and I've already committed, but I can't meet these expectations.
It is definitely possible to work full time when you have a puppy, but the first few months might take some creative problem solving on your part and preparing in advance when you do bring a puppy into your home. Puppies have a lot of needs and require a LOT of time! Puppies can hold their bladder approximately an hour per month of age when they are resting, so you’ll have to arrange for someone to take him or her out for potty breaks. But puppies also have needs for human engagement, enrichment, mental and physical exercise and of course… cuddling. We'd recommend taking a look at our online course or our pro-level to talk directly with our trainers. You can check that out here: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
Thank you for your kind feedback! If you like our UA-cam channel, you would really love our online course! Check it out here: 30 Days to Puppy Perfection www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
Precisely this topic stresses me out. I'm on the waiting list for my first sport puppy and I'll be working full time. I'm also moving to a different city for a new job and I hope to be settled before the puppy is ready to come home. I really would prefer to live close enough to go home a couple of times a day but judging from the apartment situation around here I'm going to have to hire a person. I'll also probably end up putting a tray of turf grass on the balcony for the pup to toilet because ground floor apartments with garden access are not all that common. I'm excited but good lord there's a lot to prepare for haha
You came to the right place! Go ahead and grab our New Puppy Starter Kit for some free tips on potty training. Here is the link: howtotrainadreamdog.com Stick around and stay tuned! Here is a great video that would help you prepare for potty training in an apartment: ua-cam.com/video/yHH4ua3zxVI/v-deo.html
I know you're not replying to me specifically but I did get the puppy, and things have been going well. She came home in January 2023 at 8.5 weeks. I had made arrangements with a colleague to have her stay in their office for half the day (we work on the same campus but I'm in a lab so it wasn't possible to have her with me) and I would stop in every two hours for potty breaks. At lunchtime I'd take her home and she'd stay in an expen. This arrangement was only possible for 2 months so after she stayed at home while I came back for lunch. I'm extremely fortunate that I found an apartment a 15 minute walk from campus. I found a dog walker who came a couple days a week for times I couldn't leave, but in general I just went home for an hour. After about 7 months she was upgraded to a large crate because she was too big for the expen. We've been going to puppy school since 10 weeks old, together we started conformation showing at 9 months, and she's currently preparing for the BH to take in the fall. I don't want to jinx it but she's been amazing in the house. She was housebroken by about 4 months, and now at 15 months she can be left at home penned in the living room for 7 hours. I still have a dog walker but she's ok with being alone. I'm so proud that she even doesn't seem bothered when I leave, and my neighbors say she doesn't make a peep when I'm at work. I honestly got super lucky to have found a great apartment so close to work, and have the financial means to hire a dog walker. That said, having a puppy is HARD if you're living alone. There were nights she woke me up 3-4 times, the fear periods, leaving work nearly every day, the training...I would never ever recommend a puppy to someone who isn't flexible enough to come home or hire help. If you cut corners when they're young you'll pay for it the rest of their life. I had a roommate who got a puppy when they worked full time. She developed major separation anxiety and would poop on dirty laundry. I've been told that I shouldn't have a dog because I work full time but it can be done...however it's a another full-time amount of work and if you're not willing to see it that way (it's just a dog, etc) then you'll pay for it with behavior problems. People love to blame breeders for the shelter problem but after having worked at one it's the people getting dogs they're not prepared for, they don't train, and they don't believe dogs take WORK. Even litte chihuahuas and mini golden doodles. Working full time with a puppy is possible, it just takes a TON more effort than if you get an already mature dog.
@@maverickkerrison146 That's kind of the problem isn't it? Maybe we shouldn't be getting a puppy puppy when we are unable to train them. They say no to things they have experience in.
When my puppy was young, I had a sitter come for visits twice a day. When the puppy was older, down to once at mid-day. Now, I take my nine month old puppy to my brothers house and she stays with him while I am at work and I pick her up after. LOL! I think the biggest perk of my job is its distance from my brother. 😉
I'm so glad you do that I am a breeder and I don't sell to people who think it's ok to leave pups home alone for extended periods. I had someone who worked 10 hours a day and wanted to come home to a happy puppy. I told her she would have an anxious, miserable destructive dog and that this would not be a situation I would home a pup into.
Video is useless. This is advice for people who do not work full time. The only actionable bit is "get a dog sitter", which is not feasible. My advice: Do all the useful things she says not to do like potty pads, dog door, or pen. If it doesn't work perfectly, that's fine. Just wait until puppy is 8 months old and can actually hold it, then retrain if needed.
Thank you for your input, and for watching! This video is full of helpful tips for those who may be unsure about how to be a new puppy parent and work full time. A dog walker is a very helpful part of having a new puppy! A dog sitter can be a friend, neighbor or family member as well.
@@HowToTrainADreamDog I believe your approach is heartbreaking for many people. There are people who already got a puppy who really wanted to get some real tips from this video as its headline suggests, I am saddened by the fact that this video actually makes them stress-out more.
This is very discouraging. I work full time and have been trying to figure this out…thinking of placing her crate inside on a playpen with pads on the bottom. I live in an apartment and will not be taking her out at least until she’s had her second set of shots, if not fully vaccinated. Fingers crossed I can get my son on board to help out.
Puppies are a lot of work, especially when they are young! Hopefully your son or a friend or neighbor can help you. We don't recommend pee pads, as they teach the dog to go to the bathroom inside, which could lead to a lifelong habit.
@@HowToTrainADreamDog but if she’s not fully vaccinated it wouldn’t be a good idea to take her out right? There are lots of people with dogs in my complex, not to mention all of the stray cats. I do have an covered patio outside of my backdoor. What do you think about that? Maybe place Pee pads down and dispose when she’s done? I just don’t want her exposed and getting sick.
@@california3716 I did exactly what I posted and got her on a potty schedule. Don’t get me wrong it was ALOT of work and if I can suggest anything it would be to stay consistent and have lots of patience. Dogs are smart and will learn quickly if you do those two things. Yes there will be accidents, as it grows it will shred it puppy pads out of boredom 😂 (if it’s anything like mine) BUT as it grows it learns to hold it until you’re able to take it out.
We can't create the perfect schedule for you, we don't have enough information. But we try to give you the tools that you can make one of your own. Our training program has sample schedules for dogs up to age 2 if you need it.
So...how are you suppose to take your dog outside for potty when you don't work nearby?? What do you recommend when we can't afford a dog nanny or take them out ourselves?
You can ask a family member, friend or neighbor to help you at this time! At least until your pup is a bit older and can hold his bladder for longer periods of time.
I have a very unique question. I drive a semi locally. And I know a lot of people that truck with pets. Is it feasible to keep my potential new pup with me. Let him/her out hourly as a pup to work on potty training. Might even be a good video topic as pets are very common with truck drivers. 😊
What an interesting question. Yes, we have certainly seen stories of truck drivers and puppies who live wonderful lives together. Dogs are quite adaptable. In a situation like this we would suggest doing careful research on the lineage of a puppy that you're considering, so you have the best chance of an easy going, confident dog. The other thing to be aware of is the need for positive exposure to new things during the early weeks of a puppy's life with you. That time, in the imprint period, will be critical for positively exposing the dog to the things he/she might encounter in the truck with you. That will give you the best chance of a confident dog who excels in the trucker lifestyle.
Unfortunately puppy sitters are few and far between here in the Philippines (you're more likely to find a dognapper), and daycare is expensive. With our first dog we had to just leave him with food and toys; at least now for our new pup he has his cousin :(
As they grow, they can be left home alone (always in the crate) for increasing periods when you are away at work. But for the first few months - even up to a year - you’ll likely need some additional help from friends or family to meet all of their needs. Our team would love to give you support and some additional tips in our Puppy Training with Michele Lennon Facebook group: howtotrainadreamdog.com/FB-group
Thanks for watching! It is very important to puppy-proof your yard. We have a blog post with some great tips for proofing the inside and outside of your home, including your garden: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/how-to-puppy-proof-your-house/
I hate my situation so much. I don't have a puppy yet, but everything (except for my job) makes me feel ready for it. But I won't be able to come back home every few hours while at work, and neither I have any petsitters in the city. I'm OBSESSED with training my future dog as perfectly as I can, and will want to decrease the chances of any progress being ruined by someone who doesn't understand what raising a puppy is, but probably it will be the only help I can get. I'm also overthinking that the puppy might bond more with the person that comes over when I'm away...
We hear your concern! If you're interested in finding a dog sitter who works WITH you, not against you, check out the end of this video. Traveling with your dog: ua-cam.com/video/l4mzh8WMcDQ/v-deo.html
We are planning to get a puppy in the summer I have the opportunity to stay home with the dog for approximately the first 2 months, maybe more. How do you think this will influence the dog? I am a bit worried about house training in general and if and hour home in the middle of the day will be enough after she is 4 months? We imagine this could be our work if no meeting on a given day: 8.00-12.15 and then 13.15-17.45.
It will be great if you're able to spend those first 2 months instilling some really great habits and getting a lot accomplished with training. You'll want to be sure to start a training plan with a trainer so that your puppy doesn't have to go "cold turkey" when it comes to you leaving back to work. Consider enrolling in our online course to get personalized support from our certified trainers who can help you curate a successful training plan! 30 Days to Puppy Perfection: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
@@california3716 we were very lucky. Our now 7 month old doesn't care. I can be home with him 5 days straight (while my boyfriend works 8 hour shifts) and then we can leave him complete alone for up to 8 hours in the weekend( we have a rule no more than 8 hours alone).This is really a personality trait as some of his litter mates would have trouble with this. We can feel a difference in energy when he is home alone he is sleeping through and not so much when I am home.
What do you recommend if a pet sitter is not an option. My pup is potty trained for her crate overnight. Though when i leave for work (9 hours) im struggling with the potty training, i leave her in a play pen so she has more room as its an extended time. I have no one to take her outside for bathroom and i try using pee pads and she shredds them dispite having toys and chew bone. I tried pee pad holder and she still shredded it. What can i do ?
It's important to find someone, a friend, neighbor, family member, etc that can help when needed. Puppies can't hold their bladder for 9 hours, especially when younger. We also don't recommend pee pads, as they encourage your puppy to go inside. We recommend a real grass patch (you can buy these or DIY one yourself with sod). But puppies shouldn't be left alone with pads, grass patches, toys, etc if they rip them up. If they ingest them, they can become a very dangerous blockage in their intestines and cause a very expensive vet trip. The crate is the safest place for your puppy when you're not home.
It's a big decision because it's a another species, who speaks a different language, and yet relies on you for care! It's also a long commitment. So it is good to evaluate if you have the right lifestyle that could include a dog. Or maybe a puppy is a little extra work but an adult dog would fit in better.
Hi there, My husband and I work full time in a different town than where we live and our new puppy will need to be at home alone for around 9 hours during the 5 day work week. PLEASE HELP!!
It is definitely possible to work full time when you have a puppy, but the first few months might take some creative problem solving on your part! Puppies can hold their bladder approximately an hour per month of age when they are resting, so you’ll have to arrange for someone to take him or her out for potty breaks. As they grow, they can be left home alone (always in the crate) for increasing periods when you are away at work. But for the first few months - even up to a year - you’ll likely need some additional help from friends or family to meet all of their needs. You can talk to our team and other puppy owners for suggestions on our Puppy Training with Michele Lennon Facebook group: howtotrainadreamdog.com/FB-group
at 5 it is confusing,they dont want pup to get sick so how can u socialize before all shots are done,what Pet Med says is really ridiculous,almost waiting past 6 months of age.What is the answer,risk illnesss or what the .
There is a way to socialize the pup (and socialization doesn't just mean with other dogs) but also keep him safe. And it's important to do so! Check out this video for a more detailed explanation: ua-cam.com/video/a4OT5WZZSYM/v-deo.html
What are you views in doggy daycare for when you work? I just got a 10 month old sheepadoodle that was not socialised during Covid. He barks at anyone that’s not me. I thought daycare might help For his social anxiety and separation anxiety. Help! Love your channel
Doggie daycare may seem like a great option for fulfilling a dog’s socialization needs and tiring them out so they can settle well at home. Unfortunately, it’s not usually as simple as that. Doggie daycare will often create or reinforce some unwanted behaviors that will become problematic at home. This video can give you a lot more information on Doggie Daycare from a trainer’s perspective, including what to look for in a good daycare: ua-cam.com/video/8NvoB9lLBtg/v-deo.html
My dilemma is working full time on a grave shift. I’m unable to find someone to come over during those hours to care for my puppy to get her crate trained, so I’m forced to use a playpen 😩. Any suggestions? HELP!
Have you reached out to a professional pet sitting service. This would be a temporary option until your pup is older enough to hold their bladder longer while you're away.
You might have to get up earlier, add in some excitement and energy release and cool down so the dog is ready for a nap when it's time for you to leave.
Hello, I have to be honest, I did make a mistake and got a teddy Bear puppy while I am in college and working part time too. I have felt extremely overwhelmed, and finding the time for him too. I never would neglect him. I love him to much to sell him. I take full responsibility. I do have the puppy blues. Any advice for a college student who does live with there spouse who’s also in college, but works full time? Thank you for your videos!
Our advice to you is to find a group of people to support you, as well as to seek help from a professional trainer. Both of these options will help you to feel less alone, as well as provide insight into certain roadblocks that you may face along your journey! We would like to gently nudge you in the direction of the pro level of our online course, 30 Days to Puppy Perfection. We have been able to help many new puppy owners through the challenging, but normal, puppy blues phase. There’s no “one size fits all” approach so the personalized support is really helpful! 30 Days to Puppy Perfection: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
If your goal is to leave your pup in the crate for 4 hours, it is important that you work up to that amount of time. Start smaller and gradually increase the time that your pup is in there. Here is a great video to watch with some additional tips on crate training: ua-cam.com/video/rnMFXmzh_Cc/v-deo.html
In order to properly care for a dog you should be able to afford their vet bills, grooming, food and other necessesities. It would be unfair to the dog if you could not afford these necessary things.
Biting is a really common challenge for humans… but to the puppy it’s just normal! Here is a great video for you to start with: ua-cam.com/video/bujm1GZFOjY/v-deo.html
So… I appreciate this is an “ideal” but the idea this is the only way, or realistic solutions for most is a bit misinforming. Unless I’m wrong and the only good dogs belong to people who can afford a full time nanny… the moral seems to be “only wealthy dog owners or unemployed people should own dogs”. False advertising to bill this as a solution for working and raising a dog.
Our channel focusses on puppies. They are needy and require a lot of attention when they are young. If people are working full time and don't have options for extra help to care for the puppy, an adult dog would be a great option.
Puppies are needy! And when they are young it's the best time to teach them how to live in a human world. Just like young children need supervision and guidance, so do puppies! As they get older and are more comfortable in the crate and being alone, they need a lot less supervision and attention.
Some of y’all are selfish as hell lol. Don’t care about the dogs development as long as you’re happy right 😂 go adopt an adult dog if you can’t afford a dog sitter for the puppy. Y’all be the same people who leave 5 year olds at home alone talking about “don’t open the door for anybody”
A lot of people can work and have puppies because they use dog walkers and sitters to take are of the puppy's needs when they are away. That's a good option.
Seeing how many people are happy to leave pups home alone is very distressing, they have come from a big loving family filled with playmates and food and attention and then into a sterile lonely environment. This must be torture for the poor babies this is why I carefully check anyone who buys a pup from me.
People may not be happy to leave their pups, but we know some people do have to work full time to provide for themselves and their puppy! Using a crate is an essential part of raising and training a puppy. When used correctly with the proper training, crates are like cribs or playpens for babies and toddlers. They are used to keep the pup safe and out of trouble. Crates are the safest place for a puppy when you are away from home - which everyone is away from home at times! We're glad you carefully check those who get a pup from you though - we want each and every pup to go into a loving home. ❤️
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I find this unrealistic for most people. Not everyone can afford a babysitter, so working people shouldn't have dogs? It's a dog, not a child. The video makes it sound like this is all absolutely necessary or the dog will be scarred for life. Left my puppy alone in a secure area while at work--he tuned out happy, healthy and was a wonderful companion for 13 years.
Thank you for your feedback.
A cat is a great pet for working people.
True, for a stray dog suffering in streets, adopting and full time working is better
That's why you get a cat or a grown up housebroken dog not a puppy
This video is absolutely bizarre. I am getting a cavapoo puppy in few weeks. And I work full time. I have nobody at home to take care of puppy while I am at work. After watching this video I got scared for a little bit then I realized whatever she is saying in this video it’s doesn’t make sense for most of the full time working people. I can’t afford to have a puppy sitter while I am at work. This video was supposed to give you tips what to do when you work full time not to scare people or asking people to hire someone while you’re at work.
I sleep 7hrs with pup, up and potty then breakfast/play/potty until I go to work. Pup stays in a puppy proof pen with crate, and safe chews for 4hrs. I get 20 mins to potty/train, back in pen for 3 hrs and I get home and it's free time. Haven't had a problem since starting but helpful tips to hear
Thanks for watching! Sounds like your schedule works well for you and your dog!
How old was your pup following that schedule? Getting a 8 week old pup this Friday and trying to come up with a plan for when I have work again 4 days later
@@crazyangel407how is it going?
@@crazyangel407yeah, how is it going?
The guy at the shelter gave some pretty good advice, he said the only difference between a puppy and a baby is that your puppy probably won’t be going to college
That is good advice! Thanks for sharing!
"Probably"
@@trohan_11I mean, just like Air Bud there’s nothing against it in the rule book.
I was in the same boat as the girl that asked the question. Those first weeks were so stressful and I'm glad to be past it. But it doesn't take too long and they can hold it the few hours until Noon. The best advice I got came from Michelle and that was, after they eat their breakfast, give them a bit and go for a little walk to encourage them to go potty again, before you leave the house. This will buy you some more time in the morning, until you can get someone in there to relieve them, if you can't.
Thank you for sharing Dawn!
This is a wonderful approach for about 5% of people who want or have a puppy. Let's be realistic and get in tune with the general population of working adults. Commuting to work, living in the country or a small town far from dog babysitters, if that's even a real thing, realistic ways to compromise with the needs of human and puppy. What should my reaction look like when I come home to a joyful puppy who had an accident?
The information you're giving is clearly well thought out, well delivered, and appreciated. I want to be a good friend and dad to my puppy, and I've already committed, but I can't meet these expectations.
It is definitely possible to work full time when you have a puppy, but the first few months might take some creative problem solving on your part and preparing in advance when you do bring a puppy into your home. Puppies have a lot of needs and require a LOT of time! Puppies can hold their bladder approximately an hour per month of age when they are resting, so you’ll have to arrange for someone to take him or her out for potty breaks. But puppies also have needs for human engagement, enrichment, mental and physical exercise and of course… cuddling. We'd recommend taking a look at our online course or our pro-level to talk directly with our trainers. You can check that out here: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
God bless you! I fell in love with a pup and then panicked as I haven’t potty trained a dog in 20 years and your videos are so helpful!
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Precisely this topic stresses me out. I'm on the waiting list for my first sport puppy and I'll be working full time. I'm also moving to a different city for a new job and I hope to be settled before the puppy is ready to come home. I really would prefer to live close enough to go home a couple of times a day but judging from the apartment situation around here I'm going to have to hire a person. I'll also probably end up putting a tray of turf grass on the balcony for the pup to toilet because ground floor apartments with garden access are not all that common. I'm excited but good lord there's a lot to prepare for haha
Same here! I'm already stressing, there is no way I can actually drive home during the day.
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@@Krazie.Tamika same here did you end up getting a puppy !? How did it work out
How'd it go?
I know you're not replying to me specifically but I did get the puppy, and things have been going well.
She came home in January 2023 at 8.5 weeks. I had made arrangements with a colleague to have her stay in their office for half the day (we work on the same campus but I'm in a lab so it wasn't possible to have her with me) and I would stop in every two hours for potty breaks. At lunchtime I'd take her home and she'd stay in an expen.
This arrangement was only possible for 2 months so after she stayed at home while I came back for lunch. I'm extremely fortunate that I found an apartment a 15 minute walk from campus.
I found a dog walker who came a couple days a week for times I couldn't leave, but in general I just went home for an hour. After about 7 months she was upgraded to a large crate because she was too big for the expen.
We've been going to puppy school since 10 weeks old, together we started conformation showing at 9 months, and she's currently preparing for the BH to take in the fall. I don't want to jinx it but she's been amazing in the house. She was housebroken by about 4 months, and now at 15 months she can be left at home penned in the living room for 7 hours.
I still have a dog walker but she's ok with being alone. I'm so proud that she even doesn't seem bothered when I leave, and my neighbors say she doesn't make a peep when I'm at work.
I honestly got super lucky to have found a great apartment so close to work, and have the financial means to hire a dog walker. That said, having a puppy is HARD if you're living alone. There were nights she woke me up 3-4 times, the fear periods, leaving work nearly every day, the training...I would never ever recommend a puppy to someone who isn't flexible enough to come home or hire help.
If you cut corners when they're young you'll pay for it the rest of their life. I had a roommate who got a puppy when they worked full time. She developed major separation anxiety and would poop on dirty laundry. I've been told that I shouldn't have a dog because I work full time but it can be done...however it's a another full-time amount of work and if you're not willing to see it that way (it's just a dog, etc) then you'll pay for it with behavior problems.
People love to blame breeders for the shelter problem but after having worked at one it's the people getting dogs they're not prepared for, they don't train, and they don't believe dogs take WORK. Even litte chihuahuas and mini golden doodles. Working full time with a puppy is possible, it just takes a TON more effort than if you get an already mature dog.
Outdoor kennel is a good tool for people that work full time and dont want accidents inside.
We don't recommend leaving a dog unattended outside. There are so many things that can go wrong.
@@HowToTrainADreamDogsome can’t a afford babysitters and work 30min t from home now can we train them ! You say no to everything
@@maverickkerrison146 That's kind of the problem isn't it? Maybe we shouldn't be getting a puppy puppy when we are unable to train them. They say no to things they have experience in.
When my puppy was young, I had a sitter come for visits twice a day. When the puppy was older, down to once at mid-day. Now, I take my nine month old puppy to my brothers house and she stays with him while I am at work and I pick her up after. LOL! I think the biggest perk of my job is its distance from my brother. 😉
Thank you for sharing your experience with puppy sitters! Kudos to you for prioritizing your pup's needs. Keep up the good work!
I'm so glad you do that I am a breeder and I don't sell to people who think it's ok to leave pups home alone for extended periods. I had someone who worked 10 hours a day and wanted to come home to a happy puppy. I told her she would have an anxious, miserable destructive dog and that this would not be a situation I would home a pup into.
Video is useless. This is advice for people who do not work full time. The only actionable bit is "get a dog sitter", which is not feasible.
My advice: Do all the useful things she says not to do like potty pads, dog door, or pen. If it doesn't work perfectly, that's fine. Just wait until puppy is 8 months old and can actually hold it, then retrain if needed.
Thank you for your input, and for watching! This video is full of helpful tips for those who may be unsure about how to be a new puppy parent and work full time. A dog walker is a very helpful part of having a new puppy! A dog sitter can be a friend, neighbor or family member as well.
@@HowToTrainADreamDog I believe your approach is heartbreaking for many people. There are people who already got a puppy who really wanted to get some real tips from this video as its headline suggests, I am saddened by the fact that this video actually makes them stress-out more.
This is very discouraging. I work full time and have been trying to figure this out…thinking of placing her crate inside on a playpen with pads on the bottom. I live in an apartment and will not be taking her out at least until she’s had her second set of shots, if not fully vaccinated. Fingers crossed I can get my son on board to help out.
Puppies are a lot of work, especially when they are young! Hopefully your son or a friend or neighbor can help you. We don't recommend pee pads, as they teach the dog to go to the bathroom inside, which could lead to a lifelong habit.
@@HowToTrainADreamDog but if she’s not fully vaccinated it wouldn’t be a good idea to take her out right? There are lots of people with dogs in my complex, not to mention all of the stray cats. I do have an covered patio outside of my backdoor. What do you think about that? Maybe place Pee pads down and dispose when she’s done? I just don’t want her exposed and getting sick.
This video can give you some good tips on that: ua-cam.com/video/vybaTk4wdGA/v-deo.html
@@cynthiawinfield9950 what did you end your doing ? i am in the same boat
@@california3716 I did exactly what I posted and got her on a potty schedule. Don’t get me wrong it was ALOT of work and if I can suggest anything it would be to stay consistent and have lots of patience. Dogs are smart and will learn quickly if you do those two things. Yes there will be accidents, as it grows it will shred it puppy pads out of boredom 😂 (if it’s anything like mine) BUT as it grows it learns to hold it until you’re able to take it out.
Hands down the best puppy information on UA-cam!
Thank you so much!!!
You did not provide the information you promised in the title
We can't create the perfect schedule for you, we don't have enough information. But we try to give you the tools that you can make one of your own. Our training program has sample schedules for dogs up to age 2 if you need it.
thanks for the info. I get up at 4 am as is , I definitely can't do this. This was helpful
Thanks for watching!
So...how are you suppose to take your dog outside for potty when you don't work nearby?? What do you recommend when we can't afford a dog nanny or take them out ourselves?
You can ask a family member, friend or neighbor to help you at this time! At least until your pup is a bit older and can hold his bladder for longer periods of time.
Thank you
You're welcome!
I have a very unique question. I drive a semi locally. And I know a lot of people that truck with pets. Is it feasible to keep my potential new pup with me. Let him/her out hourly as a pup to work on potty training. Might even be a good video topic as pets are very common with truck drivers. 😊
What an interesting question. Yes, we have certainly seen stories of truck drivers and puppies who live wonderful lives together. Dogs are quite adaptable. In a situation like this we would suggest doing careful research on the lineage of a puppy that you're considering, so you have the best chance of an easy going, confident dog. The other thing to be aware of is the need for positive exposure to new things during the early weeks of a puppy's life with you. That time, in the imprint period, will be critical for positively exposing the dog to the things he/she might encounter in the truck with you. That will give you the best chance of a confident dog who excels in the trucker lifestyle.
Unfortunately puppy sitters are few and far between here in the Philippines (you're more likely to find a dognapper), and daycare is expensive. With our first dog we had to just leave him with food and toys; at least now for our new pup he has his cousin :(
As they grow, they can be left home alone (always in the crate) for increasing periods when you are away at work. But for the first few months - even up to a year - you’ll likely need some additional help from friends or family to meet all of their needs. Our team would love to give you support and some additional tips in our Puppy Training with Michele Lennon Facebook group: howtotrainadreamdog.com/FB-group
Hello, thanks for this video! Do you have any suggestions for potty training outside when you don’t have a secure garden?
Thanks for watching! It is very important to puppy-proof your yard. We have a blog post with some great tips for proofing the inside and outside of your home, including your garden: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/how-to-puppy-proof-your-house/
I hate my situation so much. I don't have a puppy yet, but everything (except for my job) makes me feel ready for it. But I won't be able to come back home every few hours while at work, and neither I have any petsitters in the city. I'm OBSESSED with training my future dog as perfectly as I can, and will want to decrease the chances of any progress being ruined by someone who doesn't understand what raising a puppy is, but probably it will be the only help I can get. I'm also overthinking that the puppy might bond more with the person that comes over when I'm away...
We hear your concern! If you're interested in finding a dog sitter who works WITH you, not against you, check out the end of this video. Traveling with your dog: ua-cam.com/video/l4mzh8WMcDQ/v-deo.html
We are planning to get a puppy in the summer I have the opportunity to stay home with the dog for approximately the first 2 months, maybe more. How do you think this will influence the dog? I am a bit worried about house training in general and if and hour home in the middle of the day will be enough after she is 4 months? We imagine this could be our work if no meeting on a given day: 8.00-12.15 and then 13.15-17.45.
It will be great if you're able to spend those first 2 months instilling some really great habits and getting a lot accomplished with training. You'll want to be sure to start a training plan with a trainer so that your puppy doesn't have to go "cold turkey" when it comes to you leaving back to work. Consider enrolling in our online course to get personalized support from our certified trainers who can help you curate a successful training plan!
30 Days to Puppy Perfection:
www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
hi how did it work out ? your situation sounds a lot like mine
@@california3716 we were very lucky. Our now 7 month old doesn't care. I can be home with him 5 days straight (while my boyfriend works 8 hour shifts) and then we can leave him complete alone for up to 8 hours in the weekend( we have a rule no more than 8 hours alone).This is really a personality trait as some of his litter mates would have trouble with this. We can feel a difference in energy when he is home alone he is sleeping through and not so much when I am home.
What do you recommend if a pet sitter is not an option. My pup is potty trained for her crate overnight. Though when i leave for work (9 hours) im struggling with the potty training, i leave her in a play pen so she has more room as its an extended time. I have no one to take her outside for bathroom and i try using pee pads and she shredds them dispite having toys and chew bone. I tried pee pad holder and she still shredded it. What can i do ?
It's important to find someone, a friend, neighbor, family member, etc that can help when needed. Puppies can't hold their bladder for 9 hours, especially when younger. We also don't recommend pee pads, as they encourage your puppy to go inside. We recommend a real grass patch (you can buy these or DIY one yourself with sod). But puppies shouldn't be left alone with pads, grass patches, toys, etc if they rip them up. If they ingest them, they can become a very dangerous blockage in their intestines and cause a very expensive vet trip. The crate is the safest place for your puppy when you're not home.
Im starting to think that I may not be able to get a dog. This is anxiety provoking and too much
It's a big decision because it's a another species, who speaks a different language, and yet relies on you for care! It's also a long commitment. So it is good to evaluate if you have the right lifestyle that could include a dog. Or maybe a puppy is a little extra work but an adult dog would fit in better.
Hi there, My husband and I work full time in a different town than where we live and our new puppy will need to be at home alone for around 9 hours during the 5 day work week. PLEASE HELP!!
It is definitely possible to work full time when you have a puppy, but the first few months might take some creative problem solving on your part! Puppies can hold their bladder approximately an hour per month of age when they are resting, so you’ll have to arrange for someone to take him or her out for potty breaks. As they grow, they can be left home alone (always in the crate) for increasing periods when you are away at work. But for the first few months - even up to a year - you’ll likely need some additional help from friends or family to meet all of their needs. You can talk to our team and other puppy owners for suggestions on our Puppy Training with Michele Lennon Facebook group: howtotrainadreamdog.com/FB-group
at 5 it is confusing,they dont want pup to get sick so how can u socialize before all shots are done,what Pet Med says is really ridiculous,almost waiting past 6 months of age.What is the answer,risk illnesss or what the .
There is a way to socialize the pup (and socialization doesn't just mean with other dogs) but also keep him safe. And it's important to do so! Check out this video for a more detailed explanation: ua-cam.com/video/a4OT5WZZSYM/v-deo.html
What are you views in doggy daycare for when you work? I just got a 10 month old sheepadoodle that was not socialised during Covid. He barks at anyone that’s not me. I thought daycare might help
For his social anxiety and separation anxiety. Help! Love your channel
Doggie daycare may seem like a great option for fulfilling a dog’s socialization needs and tiring them out so they can settle well at home. Unfortunately, it’s not usually as simple as that. Doggie daycare will often create or reinforce some unwanted behaviors that will become problematic at home. This video can give you a lot more information on Doggie Daycare from a trainer’s perspective, including what to look for in a good daycare: ua-cam.com/video/8NvoB9lLBtg/v-deo.html
My dilemma is working full time on a grave shift. I’m unable to find someone to come over during those hours to care for my puppy to get her crate trained, so I’m forced to use a playpen 😩. Any suggestions? HELP!
Have you reached out to a professional pet sitting service. This would be a temporary option until your pup is older enough to hold their bladder longer while you're away.
Should I let my dog out into the house for play or keep him in his play pen and play with him?
If you can supervise him, letting him into the house for play should be fine!
what if someone needs to leave at 6:40 am to get to work :(. it'll be too early for excitement.
You might have to get up earlier, add in some excitement and energy release and cool down so the dog is ready for a nap when it's time for you to leave.
@@HowToTrainADreamDog Ok, thank you!
Hello, I have to be honest, I did make a mistake and got a teddy Bear puppy while I am in college and working part time too. I have felt extremely overwhelmed, and finding the time for him too. I never would neglect him. I love him to much to sell him. I take full responsibility. I do have the puppy blues. Any advice for a college student who does live with there spouse who’s also in college, but works full time? Thank you for your videos!
Our advice to you is to find a group of people to support you, as well as to seek help from a professional trainer. Both of these options will help you to feel less alone, as well as provide insight into certain roadblocks that you may face along your journey! We would like to gently nudge you in the direction of the pro level of our online course, 30 Days to Puppy Perfection. We have been able to help many new puppy owners through the challenging, but normal, puppy blues phase. There’s no “one size fits all” approach so the personalized support is really helpful!
30 Days to Puppy Perfection: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
What if you work only for like 4 hours can you still leave your puppy in there for that long ?
If your goal is to leave your pup in the crate for 4 hours, it is important that you work up to that amount of time. Start smaller and gradually increase the time that your pup is in there. Here is a great video to watch with some additional tips on crate training: ua-cam.com/video/rnMFXmzh_Cc/v-deo.html
Tl;dr
Get a puppy if youre unemployed
Many people in many different situations can successfully care for a puppy!
So if you are a normal American who isn’t loaded don’t get a dog???
In order to properly care for a dog you should be able to afford their vet bills, grooming, food and other necessesities. It would be unfair to the dog if you could not afford these necessary things.
This girl is talking about people who works from home or do office work that lives in a “safe” neighborhood. This girl never had a “real” job
Thanks for watching!
I thought you were supposed to potty your dog right after eating
Yes, we recommend taking your pup out after they eat. Some dogs need to go out right away, while others can go out about 10-15 minuts after they eat.
ok, thank you so much for responding, your video makes it sound like you just give them a nap for a few hours after eating...@@HowToTrainADreamDog
How do I stop my dog from biting my feet
Biting is a really common challenge for humans… but to the puppy it’s just normal! Here is a great video for you to start with: ua-cam.com/video/bujm1GZFOjY/v-deo.html
So… I appreciate this is an “ideal” but the idea this is the only way, or realistic solutions for most is a bit misinforming. Unless I’m wrong and the only good dogs belong to people who can afford a full time nanny… the moral seems to be “only wealthy dog owners or unemployed people should own dogs”. False advertising to bill this as a solution for working and raising a dog.
Our channel focusses on puppies. They are needy and require a lot of attention when they are young. If people are working full time and don't have options for extra help to care for the puppy, an adult dog would be a great option.
you lost me at puppy helper. 😶🌫
Puppies are needy! And when they are young it's the best time to teach them how to live in a human world. Just like young children need supervision and guidance, so do puppies! As they get older and are more comfortable in the crate and being alone, they need a lot less supervision and attention.
Some of y’all are selfish as hell lol. Don’t care about the dogs development as long as you’re happy right 😂 go adopt an adult dog if you can’t afford a dog sitter for the puppy. Y’all be the same people who leave 5 year olds at home alone talking about “don’t open the door for anybody”
If you work don't get a dog not fair on the dog they need company
A lot of people can work and have puppies because they use dog walkers and sitters to take are of the puppy's needs when they are away. That's a good option.
youre an idiot if you think working people shouldnt get dogs
Working people should have a cat. Puppies need attention.
Your right puppies need attention, but owning a puppy and working full time is totally doable.
@@HowToTrainADreamDog only if you hire someone to come to your house. $$$$$ working folks should adopt older dogs that don’t need as much focus.
Seeing how many people are happy to leave pups home alone is very distressing, they have come from a big loving family filled with playmates and food and attention and then into a sterile lonely environment. This must be torture for the poor babies this is why I carefully check anyone who buys a pup from me.
People may not be happy to leave their pups, but we know some people do have to work full time to provide for themselves and their puppy! Using a crate is an essential part of raising and training a puppy. When used correctly with the proper training, crates are like cribs or playpens for babies and toddlers. They are used to keep the pup safe and out of trouble. Crates are the safest place for a puppy when you are away from home - which everyone is away from home at times! We're glad you carefully check those who get a pup from you though - we want each and every pup to go into a loving home. ❤️
How dare people have to have jobs to work in this economy to afford to own a dog