When Can You Leave a Puppy Alone? A Step-by-Step Puppy Training Schedule by Age

Ever wondered when can you leave a puppy alone without supervision?

 

Are you considering leaving dog out of crate while at work but aren’t sure if they’re ready?

 

In this episode, I’ll walk you through a puppy training schedule by age to help you determine the right time to grant your pup more freedom. From training puppy to be alone for short periods to preventing a destructive dog, I cover everything you need to know about safely expanding your puppy’s world.

 

I’ll cover:

• The biggest mistake puppy parents make when giving too much freedom too soon—and how to avoid it.
• When can you leave a puppy alone? How to tell if your puppy is ready for more freedom, based on their puppy training schedule by age.
• A step-by-step plan to transition from crate training to free-roam safely.
• Why training puppy to be alone properly is key to preventing a destructive dog.
• The common signs that your puppy may need more time before leaving dog out of crate while at work.

 

Giving your puppy more freedom is an exciting milestone, but it needs to be done at the right pace. If you want to know when can you leave a puppy alone and set your puppy up for success and avoid accidents, destruction, or setbacks, tune in now!

 

Thank you for taking the time to help your dog become a more well-mannered mutt! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive more training tips, canine wellness advice and fun activities for dogs and their owners!

 

If you have questions about today's episode, or if there's a topic you want to learn more about, come connect with me on Facebook and Instagram @mannersformutts. If you enjoyed this podcast, head over to Apple Podcasts and leave a review - I'd love to hear what's been helpful for you and your canine friends. Talk to you next time!

 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Your puppy training schedule by age: Step-By-Step Plan for Giving Your Puppy More Freedom

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