Can you please give me some advise on how to train my new lab pup?
Hello everyone, Im Mykolas (you can call me Michael) and Im from Lithuania, Im 18 years old, found this interesting forum, because just 2 days ago, we brought a new member to our family, a black lab pup, and we are very happy about it, and the pup seems to like us too! It was a birthday gift for me, but what is also very funny, is that me and our new dog's birthdays are on the same day :image023::image023:.So the dog is currently 2 months old and pees wherever he wants inside the house. Of course, we try to get him to do his business outside and he does, but he is still just making progress by holding his pee when in the house. What I would like to know, is what would be the most appropriate way to potty train him? Of course, I don't scold him if I find a pile of s!#% or a little splash momments AFTER he does it. I only say "NO" loudly when I see him starting doing it and then I take him outside immediately. Should I really just interrupt him like that, or should I wait until he finishes peeing/pooping inside while scolding him lightly? The people we bought him from told not to pamper him too much and be a bit strict with him, which is what I do. But what kind of "strict" is too much? It's very hard to get the dog's attention at the moment, but I try not to scare him (actually, it doesn't seem like he is). He really likes cheewing plants also, which is not very good I suppose? lol. And also, wanted to ask bout mouthing/ playful biting and clothes chewing. Should I let him do it, or should I tell him "NO" every time he tries to playful bite me? Some people find it cute i suppose, but to me it's quite annoying, one time he bit my nose while licking me. Anyway, don't get me wrong, I REALLY LOVE MY NEW PUP and I feel responsible for his well being, I just don't want him to get too many bad habits and I want him to obey me when needed. So just to put everything straight, I want to know your opinion on potty training, scolding and mouthing. THANKS! CHEERS!!! :image023::image023::image023::image023: