--- title: "7 Behaviors to Look For in a New Puppy" id: "11403" type: "post" slug: "7-behaviors-to-look-for-in-a-new-puppy" published_at: "2023-01-09T14:21:44+00:00" modified_at: "2026-07-17T15:11:14+00:00" url: "https://www.petlandmiami.com/7-behaviors-to-look-for-in-a-new-puppy/" markdown_url: "https://www.petlandmiami.com/7-behaviors-to-look-for-in-a-new-puppy.md" excerpt: "At Petland Miami, we love helping people pick out the best breed for them and introducing them to our puppies. Our highly-trained pet counselors are true dog breed experts that educate our customers about the specific personalities of the breeds..." taxonomy_category: - "Blog" - "Dogs" - "Healthy & Happy Pet Tips" taxonomy_post_tag: - "healthy puppy behavior" - "puppies" - "Puppy Training" - "sticky" --- ![7 Behaviors to Look For in a New Puppy](https://www.petlandmiami.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/shutterstock_1032806578.jpg)![7 Behaviors to Look For in a New Puppy](https://www.petlandmiami.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/shutterstock_1032806578.jpg)[Home](https://www.petlandmiami.com/) / [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/blog/) / 7 Behaviors to Look For in a New Puppy [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) # 7 Behaviors to Look For in a New Puppy January 9, 2023 · A J Cochran III At Petland Miami, we love helping people pick out the best breed for them and introducing them to our puppies. Our highly-trained pet counselors are true dog breed experts that educate our customers about the specific personalities of the breeds we sell. Each breed has its own characteristics and every individual puppy has its own unique personality. Some breeds have a ton of energy, while others place a high premium on relaxing. No matter what dog breed you’re interested in taking home, there are 7 behaviors to look for in the puppies you meet at the pet store. Before we get started, we’d like to mention that it’s important to bear in mind that it isn’t necessarily ideal for the following traits to be a 10 on a scale of 1 – 10. For example, if you notice a puppy that is extremely independent, the downside is that he could be “willful” and more difficult to train. Likewise if his “dominance” seems like it’s at a 10. Now that we addressed that caveat, let’s look at the 7 behaviors: - Confidence - Independence - Dominance - Trainability - Chewing - Jumping - Biting ![Image](https://www.petlandmiami.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/shutterstock_422513011.jpg) ### *Positive Behaviors to Look For*: ## CONFIDENCE A confident puppy will eagerly break away from his puppy pals to greet you and meet you. His tail will be up and wagging, and he’ll have bouncy, happy energy. He may jump up on you and exhibit other untrained behaviors, but that’s to be expected. A confident puppy will also accept your leadership with enthusiasm, meaning that if you initiate a game or some other kind of interaction, the puppy will be eager to understand and please you. ## INDEPENDENCE The puppy behavior, “independence,” is actually a spectrum. Extremely independent puppies tend to be disinterested and willful, making them difficult to train and a little boring to live with. Who wants a dog that doesn’t want to have anything to do with them? On the other end of the extreme are dependent puppies. These puppies tend to be overly anxious and could feel traumatized if and when their owners leave them alone for long hours. Enjoying this read? You'll love our puppies. Adorable, vet-checked pups looking for their forever homes — available now. [Meet our puppies](https://www.petlandmiami.com/puppies-for-sale/) The good news is that the majority of puppies out there do not fall within either ends of the spectrum, but rather display a healthy degree of independence, making them “interdependent” on their owners, i.e. “best friends.” You’ll know if a puppy is too independent if he doesn’t express his interest in you and follow you around. So, you can test him in the pet store, and simply see if he’ll follow you. ## DOMINANCE Similar to how you wouldn’t want a puppy that’s too independent, you also wouldn’t want a puppy that’s too dominant. Your puppy will be your best friend for the next 10 – 15 years, and you don’t want to have a power struggle with him the whole time. Your furry bestie should be happy about his position as your little sidekick, and he should be eager to please you, assist you when you ask—Fido, slippers!—and fully obey you at all times. So, how will you know whether or not a puppy is too dominant to deal with when you only have an hour or so to spend with him at the pet store before making a decision? Here is the best test. Place the puppy on his back and gently hold him with your hand so that he stays on his back. Does he struggle, fighting against your hand, to free himself and get up? Or does he relax submissively? At the end of the day, you’ll want to choose the puppy that submits. ![Image](https://www.petlandmiami.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/shutterstock_336435884.jpg) ## TRAINABILITY There’s nothing sweeter than a puppy that looks to you in order to learn about the world and how to behave. The primary nature of domestic dogs is that they want to please their owners. All dog breeds are trainable, but some breeds are “quicker learners” than others. Interestingly, some breeds, like German Shepherds and Border Collies, *need* complex jobs and responsibilities for mental stimulation and to be happy—they’re *that* smart. While breeds are one matter, each individual puppy will possess its own capacity to be trained. There can be willful German Shepherds and there can be highly intelligent, obedient Corgis. Just like people, individual dogs within the same breed can showcase an array of trainability. When you’re at the pet store, you can assess a puppy’s trainability by trying to get his attention with a ball or other toy. Does the puppy show interest and give you his attention? Do his ears perk up and does he seem eager to understand you? If so, this is a good sign he’s high on the trainability scale. ### *Destructive Behaviors that Require Immediate Attention* When you’re meeting puppies and trying to decide which one to take home, there are some destructive behaviors to watch out for. These behaviors aren’t red flags that should prevent you from choosing the puppy in question, but they are indications that you’ll have to place special emphasis on quickly training the puppy not to continue the destructive behavior once you have taken him home. ### *Chewing* During puppyhood, which lasts until a puppy is roughly 8 months old, your puppy will feel the strong urge to chew things. This is completely normal. There are a couple reasons why puppies like to chew everything in sight. The biggest reason is because they are teething. And secondary reasons have to do with them simply not knowing any better. Still reading? Our puppies are waiting. Healthy, happy pups ready to meet their families — see who's available today. [Meet our puppies](https://www.petlandmiami.com/puppies-for-sale/) It’s within your control to successfully train your puppy not to chew items in your home that are not meant to be chewed. Provide your new puppy with teething chew toys, regular chew toys, and chew treats, and when he tries to chew the furniture or your slippers, a stern, “no” will do. ### *Jumping* We’ll be honest here. Different dog owners have different views about their dogs “jumping up” on people. Some dog owners find it adorable—who *wouldn’t* want a strange dog to jump up on them? It’s the best! While other dog owners find it unacceptable and regard it as a liability—who would want to risk some strange lady suing them because their dog left paw prints on her Chanel pants suit? No matter which camp you personally fall into, it’s a good idea to at least train your puppy to understand what “jumping” is so that you can tell your puppy not to jump on people if and when doing so would be inappropriate. ### *Biting* Biting is obviously destructive and if a puppy reaches adulthood and has never been trained out of the habit of biting, it could spell serious trouble. The good news is that you can easily train your puppy not to bite, as long as you’re firm and consistent. From your puppy’s perspective, he actually doesn’t know that he’s “biting” per se, because he’s simply “chewing” and probably trying to relieve teething pain or he thinks he’s “playing.” As the puppy parent, it’s your duty to teach him that biting *people* during play, to relieve teething pain, or for any other reason is not allowed. You can do this by making a high-pitched “yelping” sound if and when he bites your fingers, hands, arms, or wherever. When you do this, it sounds like a hurt puppy, and your puppy will immediately back off because he would never want to hurt another puppy. ![Image](https://www.petlandmiami.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/shutterstock_313659647.jpg) Before we wrap up this article, there are three bonus behaviors to assess when you’re meeting puppies: - SENSITIVITY TO HANDLING–Does the puppy show discomfort or struggle against you when you try to touch his paws and ears? Puppies need to be “handled” i.e. touched, picked up, etc. so that they develop into calm dogs who can be handled. - REACTION TO LOUD NOISES–All puppies and dogs are sensitive to very loud noises thanks to their keen sense of hearing. But some puppies are overly frightened by loud noises and cower at unexpected sounds. A healthy puppy will proceed with more curiosity than fear when an unexpected sound or loud noise occurs. - PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITIES–Puppies are curious by nature, and adult dogs make it their business to understand and participate in the goings-on of their households. You’ll want to pick a puppy that is curious about new things, like the toy in your hand, but also self-controlled enough to hang back and wait for you to lead. If the puppy automatically tries to take a toy from you without your encouragement, i.e. he hasn’t waited to understand what you want him to do, then this could be a sign his problem-solving abilities could be lacking. Now that you know the 7 behaviors to look for in a pet store puppy, are you ready to come by Petland Miami and meet our available puppies? Available Now## If you loved this, you'll *love our puppies* Meet the happy, healthy pups ready to join your family today — browse the whole litter below. 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Before you choose a breed or fall in love… March 1, 2026 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/understanding-dog-behavior-changes-in-spring/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/understanding-dog-behavior-changes-in-spring/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Petland](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/petland/) ## [Spring Fever, Fur Real: What Happens to Your Dog’s Personality When Winter Ends?](https://www.petlandmiami.com/understanding-dog-behavior-changes-in-spring/) dog behavior changes in spring March 1, 2026 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/facts-about-samoyeds/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/facts-about-samoyeds/) [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Facts About Samoyeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/facts-about-samoyeds/) The purebred dog breed, Samoyeds are beautiful, fluffy, happy pets. In this article, Petland Miami lays out the facts about Samoyeds you… December 18, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-holiday-gifts-for-your-puppy/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-holiday-gifts-for-your-puppy/) [Dog Supplies](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dog-supplies/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Best Holiday Gifts for Your Puppy](https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-holiday-gifts-for-your-puppy/) ‘Tis the season! Several winter holidays lay right around the corner! Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and other religious and spiritual holidays are a… December 11, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/cutest-dog-breeds/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/cutest-dog-breeds/) [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Cutest Dog Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/cutest-dog-breeds/) Every dog breed is cute in its own way. But some breeds are so adorable that you can’t help but smile. Petland… December 4, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/the-most-popular-puppies-by-state/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/the-most-popular-puppies-by-state/) [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [The Most Popular Puppies by State](https://www.petlandmiami.com/the-most-popular-puppies-by-state/) The perfect puppy for you is the dog breed that’s right for your lifestyle and energy level. If you’re curious about the… November 27, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/10-steps-to-raising-the-perfect-puppy/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/10-steps-to-raising-the-perfect-puppy/) [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) · [Training](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/training/) ## [10 Steps to Raising the Perfect Puppy](https://www.petlandmiami.com/10-steps-to-raising-the-perfect-puppy/) One of the hottest topics within the pet community today centers on raising the perfect puppy. Responsible puppy owners are aware that… November 20, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/thanksgiving-day-dog-treats-for-your-puppy/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/thanksgiving-day-dog-treats-for-your-puppy/) [Dog Supplies](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dog-supplies/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Food](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/food/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) ## [Thanksgiving Day Dog Treats for Your Puppy](https://www.petlandmiami.com/thanksgiving-day-dog-treats-for-your-puppy/) Whether your fur baby is a Cavapoo, Miniature Schnauzer, or lovable mutt, Petland Miami has the yummiest Thanksgiving Day dog treats for… November 13, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/10-reasons-why-owning-a-great-dane-is-the-best/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/10-reasons-why-owning-a-great-dane-is-the-best/) [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Spotlight On: Puppies](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/puppy-spotlight/) ## [10 Reasons Why Owning a Great Dane Is the Best](https://www.petlandmiami.com/10-reasons-why-owning-a-great-dane-is-the-best/) Here at Petland Miami, we love all dog breeds. But whenever we’re around the water cooler, we agree that owning a Great… November 6, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/owning-a-labrador-retriever/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/owning-a-labrador-retriever/) [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) ## [Owning a Labrador Retriever](https://www.petlandmiami.com/owning-a-labrador-retriever/) Bringing a puppy home is exciting. Owning a dog is a big responsibility. Dogs are a source of daily joy, but raising… October 30, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-introduce-your-new-puppy-to-your-household-pets/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-introduce-your-new-puppy-to-your-household-pets/) [Cats](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/cats/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) · [Rabbits](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/rabbits/) · [Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/tips/) ## [How to Introduce Your New Puppy to Your Household Pets](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-introduce-your-new-puppy-to-your-household-pets/) They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression, which couldn’t be more true for animals! This article… October 16, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/5-adorable-diy-halloween-costumes-for-puppies/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/5-adorable-diy-halloween-costumes-for-puppies/) [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) · [Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/tips/) ## [5 Adorable DIY Halloween Costumes for Puppies](https://www.petlandmiami.com/5-adorable-diy-halloween-costumes-for-puppies/) What’s cuter than a puppy? A puppy dressed up in a Halloween costume! With the spookiest holiday of the year coming up… October 9, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-allergies/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-allergies/) [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Best Dog Breeds for Allergies](https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-allergies/) Thanks to many hypoallergenic dog breeds, people who are allergic and sensitive to fur can own dogs. There are many dog breeds… October 2, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/chow-chow-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/chow-chow-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/) [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Chow Chow: A Puppy You’ll Forever Love](https://www.petlandmiami.com/chow-chow-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/) For those of you dog lovers out there who’ve always wanted to own a lion, we have good news! Now you can!… September 25, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-city-living/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-city-living/) [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Best Dog Breeds for City Living](https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-city-living/) We all know that dogs need space and we would never want to keep an animal cooped up. This sentiment has at… September 18, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/beagle-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/beagle-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Beagle: A Puppy You’ll Forever Love](https://www.petlandmiami.com/beagle-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/) Curious, merry, and heart-warming, the lovable Beagle belongs to the hound group of working dogs. Beagles may have been bred to hunt… September 11, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/top-10-easy-to-train-dog-breeds/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/top-10-easy-to-train-dog-breeds/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Top 10 Easy to Train dog Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/top-10-easy-to-train-dog-breeds/) If you’re trying to decide which dog breed to get as your new puppy, Petland Miami recommends that you get an easy-to-train… September 4, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/belgian-malinois-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/belgian-malinois-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Belgian Malinois: A Puppy You’ll Forever Love](https://www.petlandmiami.com/belgian-malinois-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/) The Belgian Malinois is a lesser-known purebred dog breed. We at Petland Miami have been obsessed with this athletic, impressive, and highly… August 28, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-keep-your-puppy-safe-happy-while-youre-at-work/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-keep-your-puppy-safe-happy-while-youre-at-work/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) · [Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/tips/) ## [How to Keep Your Puppy Safe & Happy While You’re at Work](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-keep-your-puppy-safe-happy-while-youre-at-work/) Getting a new puppy is a huge joy and a big responsibility. Before you bring your first furry friend home, it’s a… August 21, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-often-should-i-train-my-puppy/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-often-should-i-train-my-puppy/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) · [Training](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/training/) ## [How Often Should I Train My Puppy?](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-often-should-i-train-my-puppy/) They say that the memory of a goldfish doesn’t last longer than 30 seconds, but how long will it take for a… August 14, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-corgis/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-corgis/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Everything You Need to Know About Corgis](https://www.petlandmiami.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-corgis/) Are you ready to brush up on your Welsh? …? We’ll take that as a yes. The name for the purebred dog… August 7, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/boston-terrier-a-puppy-youll-forever-love-2/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/boston-terrier-a-puppy-youll-forever-love-2/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Boston Terrier: A Puppy You’ll Forever Love](https://www.petlandmiami.com/boston-terrier-a-puppy-youll-forever-love-2/) The Boston Terrier is a small purebred dog breed that originated as a mix between a Bulldog and a White English Terrier… July 31, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-hot-weather/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-hot-weather/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Best Dog Breeds for Hot Weather](https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-hot-weather/) Petland Miami knows a thing or two about hot weather. If you live in Florida or any of the “summer-year-round” States of… July 24, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-running-hiking/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-running-hiking/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Best Dog Breeds for Running & Hiking](https://www.petlandmiami.com/best-dog-breeds-for-running-hiking/) A dog can provide all kinds of love, loyalty, and companionship. For those of you who enjoy the great outdoors and are… July 17, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/bonding-tips-for-first-time-puppy-owners/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/bonding-tips-for-first-time-puppy-owners/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) ## [Bonding Tips for First Time Puppy Owners](https://www.petlandmiami.com/bonding-tips-for-first-time-puppy-owners/) In this article, you’ll learn how training your puppy is the most effective means of fostering the bond between you two, and… July 10, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/golden-retriever-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/golden-retriever-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [Golden Retriever: A Puppy You’ll Forever Love](https://www.petlandmiami.com/golden-retriever-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/) Intelligent, kind, and trustworthy, the Golden Retriever has been one of the most popular dog breeds for over 100 years! This Scottish… July 3, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/is-puppy-health-care-insurance-worth-the-expense/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/is-puppy-health-care-insurance-worth-the-expense/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) ## [Is Puppy Health Care Insurance Worth the Expense?](https://www.petlandmiami.com/is-puppy-health-care-insurance-worth-the-expense/) Did you know that dogs need health insurance? You don’t want to wait until your dog has health problems to enroll in… June 26, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/8-best-indoor-dog-breeds/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/8-best-indoor-dog-breeds/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [8 Best Indoor Dog Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/8-best-indoor-dog-breeds/) Ah, the great indoors… Cozy and peaceful where everything you need is right at your fingertips, who doesn’t love being inside? Whether… June 19, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/5-dog-breeds-for-every-dad-this-fathers-day/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/5-dog-breeds-for-every-dad-this-fathers-day/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) ## [5 Dog Breeds for Every Dad this Father’s Day](https://www.petlandmiami.com/5-dog-breeds-for-every-dad-this-fathers-day/) Father’s Day is coming up in a matter of days! Have you thought about what you’re going to give your dad this… June 12, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-do-puppies-see-the-world/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-do-puppies-see-the-world/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) · [Training](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/training/) ## [How Do Puppies See the World?](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-do-puppies-see-the-world/) Your brand-new fur baby has quite the personality! Puppies are affectionate, goofy, and highly intuitive to the emotions of their pet parents.… May 22, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-correct-4-common-puppy-behavior-problems/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-correct-4-common-puppy-behavior-problems/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) · [Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/tips/) · [Training](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/training/) ## [How to Correct 4 Common Puppy Behavior Problems](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-correct-4-common-puppy-behavior-problems/) Your brand-new puppy is an innocent bundle of fluffy joy that can do no wrong! We know the feeling, but sooner or… May 15, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/puppy-crate-training-best-practices/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/puppy-crate-training-best-practices/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) ## [Puppy Crate Training Best Practices](https://www.petlandmiami.com/puppy-crate-training-best-practices/) Thinking about the long-term, big picture, you want the puppy you just brought home to mature into a well-behaved adult dog. Crate… May 8, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/happy-mothers-day-from-petland-florida/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/happy-mothers-day-from-petland-florida/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) ## [Happy Mother’s Day from Petland Miami](https://www.petlandmiami.com/happy-mothers-day-from-petland-florida/) From all of us at Petland Miami, we wish all the mothers out there a very special Mother’s Day! Mother’s Day is… May 1, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/goldendoodle-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/goldendoodle-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Training](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/training/) ## [Goldendoodle: A Puppy You’ll Forever Love](https://www.petlandmiami.com/goldendoodle-a-puppy-youll-forever-love/) Goldendoodles have become very popular in recent years as one of the best dog breeds for families with children. This breed is… April 24, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/should-you-use-a-dog-training-collar-on-your-puppy/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/should-you-use-a-dog-training-collar-on-your-puppy/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) · [Training](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/training/) ## [Should You Use a Dog Training Collar on Your Puppy?](https://www.petlandmiami.com/should-you-use-a-dog-training-collar-on-your-puppy/) Each puppy has its own personality. Some puppies are more willful than others, and some dog breeds are easier to train than… April 19, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/6-ways-to-improve-your-puppys-diet/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/6-ways-to-improve-your-puppys-diet/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dog Supplies](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dog-supplies/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Food](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/food/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) ## [6 Ways to Improve Your Puppy’s Diet](https://www.petlandmiami.com/6-ways-to-improve-your-puppys-diet/) Eating a balanced, nutritious diet is important for all domestic pets, no matter what age or type of animal. Growing puppies require… April 10, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/8-questions-to-ask-before-buying-a-puppy/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/8-questions-to-ask-before-buying-a-puppy/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Breeds](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/breeds/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/tips/) ## [8 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Puppy](https://www.petlandmiami.com/8-questions-to-ask-before-buying-a-puppy/) So, you’re thinking about becoming a puppy parent! Starting pet parenthood with a new fur baby might cause nervous excitement. That’s totally… April 3, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-hire-the-right-dog-walker/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-hire-the-right-dog-walker/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) ## [How to Hire the Right Dog Walker](https://www.petlandmiami.com/how-to-hire-the-right-dog-walker/) If you’re a new puppy parent, congratulations! You’re em-bark-ing on a journey that’s guaranteed to be filled with love, loyalty, and a… March 27, 2023 - [https://www.petlandmiami.com/8-tips-for-first-time-dog-owners/](https://www.petlandmiami.com/8-tips-for-first-time-dog-owners/) [Blog](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/blog/) · [Dogs](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/dogs/) · [Healthy & Happy Pet Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/pet-tips/) · [Tips](https://www.petlandmiami.com/category/tips/) ## [8 Tips for First Time Dog Owners](https://www.petlandmiami.com/8-tips-for-first-time-dog-owners/) Bringing your first puppy home is thrilling and nerve-wracking all at once! 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