Guiding a Fresh Pup: Five Tips to Reduce Struggles and Shorten Training Time by Weeks or Even Months
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Ben Randall, an A-list dog trainer and the mind behind the award-winning Ledbury Lodge kennels in Herefordshire, is currently on Christmas break. During this time, he's been busy looking after dogs, offering advice, and sharing his expertise with those who have recently brought home a new puppy.
While our search didn't return specific tips from Ben Randall on crate training a puppy, we can share general expert practices that are widely recommended.
Successful crate training for a puppy typically includes introducing the crate as a positive, safe space by using treats and toys. Gradually increase the time the puppy spends in the crate, never using it as punishment. Feeding the puppy meals inside the crate helps build positive associations. Taking the puppy outside immediately after crate time encourages bathroom training.
Ben Randall emphasises that crate training a puppy is about providing a safe space for the puppy to feel safe, happy, and comfortable. He also advises that choosing a dog is the easy part, and the real fun begins once the puppy is brought home and settled into the owner's life.
For those who have a new puppy and are struggling with other issues, such as a puppy who nips and bites or a puppy who's crying at night, Ben Randall offers advice through our platform. His training methods are positive, reward-based, and proven.
If you're looking for more personalised advice, you may want to consider Ben Randall's one-to-one training sessions, residential training, or five-star dog-boarding at Ledbury Lodge Kennels in Herefordshire. You can reach him at 01531 670960.
For those interested in gundog training, Ben Randall also provides advice through the Gundog app. A free seven-day trial of the app is available, which costs £24.99 a month or £249.99 a year. The website for the Gundog app trial is https://www.gundog.app/trial.
Lastly, Ben Randall offers advice on how to introduce a new puppy to children. He stresses that integrating a new dog into a family with young children can be nerve-wracking, but with patience and careful preparation, it can be a smooth transition for both the dog and the family. The website for Ledbury Lodge Kennels, where you can find more of Ben Randall's advice, is https://ledburylodgekennels.co.uk.
