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First Night with a puppy? Here's a guide to making it through the night: buff.ly/hEDVQ8e

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Text in large blue letters: 'Puppy’s First Night Home', followed by 'How to Help Your Puppy Settle and Sleep' in red text. A small brown puppy is curled up asleep in a fluffy, round gray dog bed against a white wall. Ready, Pup, Go! Logo is at the top.
December 12, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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If a holiday puppy is already part of your plan this year, take a deep breath!
You can read more about each tip (and why they matter) at buff.ly/Ed2VXlY

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'Holiday Puppy Preparation Tips: Choose a reputable breeder or rescue, puppy-proof your home before the big day, schedule your first vet visit early, build a routine from day one, and line up training and social support.’ The tips are presented on paper-style notes with colorful icons for each. At the bottom is the 'Ready, Pup, Go!' logo.
December 10, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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Setting up a calm-down zone?
Choose a quiet space near the household action, add a comfy bed and a chew, and use it proactively.
Most puppies nap within minutes. 😴

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Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “YOUR NEXT MOVE.” Text says: “Choose a spot that’s quiet but not isolated. Somewhere your puppy can rest while still feeling connected to the household. Incorporate this routine after play times.” Below, bold text reads: “Having a place where your puppy feels safe gives you space.” A teal heart and paw doodle appears on the right. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
December 9, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Teaching your marker:
Say “YES!” then treat immediately.
Repeat 10–15 times. Simple and effective. 🐾

Use it during sit or hand targeting today.

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Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading says “WHY IT MATTERS.” Bullet points read: • Helps your puppy understand exactly what earned the treat. • Speeds up learning (your timing becomes perfect!). • Reduces confusion, frustration, and “guessing.” • Makes training feel clearer and more fun for both of you. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “WHAT YOU NEED.” Bullet points list: • 10–15 tiny treats • A marker word (“YES!”) or a clicker • 30 seconds of quiet practice • Your puppy (no special setup needed!) Decorative white line-art drawings include a clicker, treats, and the word “yes!” Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading says “STEP-BY-STEP.” Numbered list reads: Charge your marker: Say “YES!” → give a treat right away. (Your marker must come before the treat.) Repeat 10–15 times. Short, fun, fast. Keep sessions tiny. Do this 1–2 times a day for 2–3 days. Your puppy learns: “Whenever I hear that sound, a treat is coming!” Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “YOUR NEXT MOVE.” Text reads: “Use your marker during easy behaviors today: • Sit • Eye contact • Touch/Hand Target Your puppy will instantly understand what you like, and training will feel smoother right away.” A teal heart and paw doodle is on the right. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
December 2, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Tracking shows you progress you can’t see in real time.

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Dark gray slide with a teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “YOUR NEXT MOVE.” Text reads: “Pick one behavior to track this week. Keep it simple and brief. You’ll start noticing things you couldn’t see before. Make one small change and see what shifts.” Below, large bold text says: “Tracking shows you the progress you can’t see in the moment.” A teal heart-and-paw doodle is on the right. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
November 25, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Puppies communicate stress through small signs: yawning, lip licking, turning away, sudden sniffing. 🐾

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A dark gray slide with a teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner at the top. Large white text reads “KEEP AN EYE ON STRESS.” Below is a photo of a fluffy tan puppy sitting and looking at the camera. Smaller text underneath reads, “Your puppy shows little signs they’re overwhelmed before things get big.” Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Large heading reads “WHY IT MATTERS.” Bullet points say: • If you notice stress early, you can help your puppy before they melt down. • It prevents things like barking, nipping, or zoomies caused by overwhelm. • Your puppy will feel safer knowing you’re paying attention. • A calm puppy learns much better than an overwhelmed one. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “WHAT YOU NEED.” Text lists quick stress signals: lip licking (not after eating), yawning, turning away or avoiding, sniffing the ground suddenly, shaking off, freezing or slowing down. Cartoon doodles of a yawning dog and a sniffing dog appear on the right and bottom corners. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom. Dark gray slide with teal #TrainingTipTuesday banner. Heading reads “STEP-BY-STEP.” Numbered list: Spot the signs: yawning, lip licking, turning away, sniffing. Make it easier: add space or pause the activity. Offer calm: sniffing, a chew, or a short break. Reward calm: mark (“Yes!”) and treat when your puppy relaxes. Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
November 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Good timing = clear communication = faster learning. 🐾

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Title: “Your Next Move.” Text reads: Practice marking soft objects dropping (say ‘Yes!’ when it hits the floor). Sharpen your reflex before training your dog. Bold text at the bottom reads: Great timing = great communication. Teal heart outline with a paw print and Ready, Pup, Go! logo at the bottom.
October 28, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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I’ll be in the lobby with information about the breed all weekend.

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Black-to-blue gradient with large headline: Curious About Indy? Subtext explains: The star of Good Boy is a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, a rare, high-energy breed. I’ll be in the lobby all weekend to answer your questions about Indy and the breed featured in the film. Includes a circular photo of a woman kneeling with a toller, plus the Ready, Pup, Go! logo. Black background with red glowing text: Get Your Tickets now! Movie ticket icon and tilted Good Boy poster. Subtext: Galaxy Theatres, Monroe, October 3 & 4, Check Theatre for Showtimes. Don’t miss opening weekend of Good Boy.
October 3, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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FOUNDATIONS = focus, polite greetings, leash manners, confidence.

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Pink background. Big yellow headline: “WHY SIGN UP FOR FOUNDATIONS.” A black rounded box says: “Swipe to find out why this class matters” with a right-pointing arrow. Bottom-right: smiling white-and-tan dog (Jack Russell type). Bottom-left: Ready, Pup, Go! logo, “www.readypupgo.biz” and “@readypupgo”. Lavender border with a pink inner square. Large black headline: “YOUNG DOGS NEED REAL-LIFE SKILLS!” Paragraph text: “Foundations builds focus, leash manners, polite greetings, and confidence. You’ll gain everyday tools while your dog learns to be calm, attentive, and well-mannered.” Bottom center: Ready, Pup, Go! logo, “www.readypupgo.biz” and “@readypupgo”. Teal header bar with a light gray panel. Big title: “BENEFITS OF OUR FOUNDATIONS CLASS.” Circular photo of a small terrier taking a treat. Checklist items: “Teach focus, name response, and calm greetings.” “Build leash manners and beginner obedience.” “Practice real-life skills in a supportive setting.” “Boost your dog’s confidence at home and in the community.” Bottom: site URL; bottom-right: Ready, Pup, Go! logo.
September 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Forget harsh tools. Your dog learns fastest from treats and praise. Rewards create joy, confidence, and lasting habits.

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A young brown-and-white puppy with a blue collar leans over the top of a metal gate, stretching its paws forward. The background is green grass blurred into the distance. Over the photo, bold white text with black outline reads: “Treats and praise are the most powerful tools you have.” The Ready, Pup, Go! logo is in the lower corner.
September 15, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Punishment silences behavior but harms relationships. Rewards create lasting behavior change and trust. Choose rewards.

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A person in a dark shirt holds a fluffy brown-and-white puppy close to their chest outside on a sunny day. The puppy looks directly at the camera with a soft expression. Over the photo, bold white text with black outline reads: “Punishment might stop behavior, but it damages trust. Rewards build both.” The Ready, Pup, Go! logo is in the lower corner.
September 10, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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✔️ Pick one skill
✔️ Train for 5–6 reps
✔️ End on a success
✔️ Celebrate with play! 🎉
Short sessions = happy pup, faster progress.

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Black background with teal banner. Title: “Your Next Move.” Bullets: Sprinkle mini-sessions throughout the day; Think after potty, before meals, during play breaks; Track progress, tiny wins add up fast. Text: “Celebrate each step forward!” Teal doodle of a heart with a paw at bottom.
September 9, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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When dogs struggle, it’s a signal to us and not a flaw in them. Make training easier, not harsher. Success builds trust, failure erodes it.

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Alt text: A golden-colored dog lies on brown mulch, slightly tilting its head with a calm expression. Its paws are stretched in front, and its fur is slightly messy. Over the photo, bold white text with black outline reads: “If your dog struggles, change the setup, not your dog.” The Ready, Pup, Go! logo is in the lower corner.
September 1, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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We don’t choose what’s rewarding, our dogs do. The most effective training happens when we honor their preferences.

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Alt text: Two fluffy dogs sit on a gray tiled floor. The dog in the foreground is white with black and tan markings, wearing a collar with a tag that reads “Murphy.” Behind it, a black and tan dog peers forward from the shadows. Over the photo, bold white text with black outline reads: “Your dog decides what counts as a reward, not you.” The Ready, Pup, Go! logo is in the lower corner.
August 27, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Why? Puppies don’t learn “what to do” from punishment; they just learn that trying things can be unsafe or unpredictable.

🐾 Clear, kind guidance builds confidence.

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August 22, 2025 at 9:02 PM