PUPPIES
Life Stages Of a Dog
Newborn Puppy
–0 to 8 weeks
–Stays with mother and litter-mates
Toddler Puppy
–8 weeks to 16 weeks
–Puppy gets brought home
-Puppy goes through a fear stage
-Puppy listens and Is somewhat clingy
-Puppy sleeps most of the day
-Level of difficulty: Easy
Kid Puppy
–16 to 24 Weeks
–Chewing gets more severe
-Puppy’s curiosity grows
-Puppy begins to exhibit bad behaviors
-Puppy mostly listens and stays close by
Level Of Difficulty: Moderate
Teen Puppy
–24 to 48 weeks
–Puppy begins to challenge authority
–Puppy begins to test his limits
–Puppy wants to explore and gets distracted
–Puppy’s instincts begin to take over
Level Of Difficulty: Difficult
Adult
–1 to 7 years
–Negative behaviors that are corrected disappear
–Positive behaviors that are reinforced solidify
–Dog begins to understand limits and his place
–Dog wants to please the leader
–Level Of Difficulty: depends on training
Senior
–8 Years and Above
–Dog has less energy
–Dog grows accustom to routine
–Dog listens
–Dog understands what is expected of him
Level Of Difficulty: Easy
The Umbii Bed is like training wheels! Once your dog understands how to behave properly, he can then just use Umbii as a regular dog bed
The Umbii Bed was created to give you an extra hand During the times you need it most
- Cooking
- Cleaning
- Taking care of kids
- Working/ Studying
- Entertaining
- Eating
Training Tips
Potty Training
Dogs dont like peeing/pooping where they sleep
1) Take puppy to Go potty outside
2) Attract puppy to umbii bed at night or when your not keeping a close eye
3) Puppy will let you know when he needs to go
4) The best way to teach your new pup not to pee in your home is to prevent it or catch him in the act.
Jumping
2) Attract and attach dog to bed close to the time you expect guest to arrive
3) Allow guest to come in and ignore dog until he calms down
4) Once dog calms down give him the “Sit” command and allow guest to reward him by giving him a treat and affection.
5) Over time your puppy will learn that he must sit and stay calm in order to get affection
Chewing
1) Put dogs favorite chew toy on Umbii bed to attract puppy
2) Attach dog to Umbii Bed with chew toy until chewing frenzy is over.
3) Over time dog will learn what he can and can NOT chew on
Begging
2) Never ever feed dog from your plate or while sitting where you eat
3) Eat peacefully with-out having to worry about your dog in your face begging for food
4) Over time the dog will learn that he is supposed to be on his Umbii bed while you eat
Stealing food from other dogs
2) First give other dog food
3) Command dog to sit
4) If dog doesn’t listen walk away
5) Once dog calms down repeat the sit command
6) Reward dog with food once he is calm and sits
7) Repeat- overtime the dog will understand that he must sit and stay calm in order to get his food
Escaping
2) Give dogthe sit command
3) Begin to open the door
4) If dog stands up or begins to walk forward close the door immediately
5) When dog sits give him a treat
6) Again open the door slowly and if the dog doesn’t stand up immediately give him a treat
7) Increase the amount of time the dog sits with the door open before giving him a treat..
8) Repeat until dog understands that he is supposed to sit when the door is open
Biting
1) If dog keeps biting place him on his Umbii bed by attracting him with toys and treats
2) Continue to play with dog but this time when he bites say “NO” and walk away
3) Over time dog will understand that the playing stops when he bites
Snooping
1) Give dog plenty of exercise
2) Attract dog to bed and hook him in to prevent snooping
3) Give dog one of his favorite toys and tell him to stay
Rowdiness
If puppy is harassing you or an older dog he might need a walk to reduce his energy. Once you walk your dog..
1) Attract and attach dog to Umbii bed
2) Give him his favorite toy
3) Continue to work