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Help! My dog pees when they’re excited. What can I do?
Nothing takes the gloss off returning home to your overexcited dog like a fresh puddle of pee. Usually, it’s no big deal and can be cleaned up quickly, but here are a few tips on teaching your puppy or dog better control.
Petbarn Team
15 May 2026

Puppy parenthood: week 1 puppy necessities
Congratulations on your new puppy! Your new four-legged family member is bound to bring you so much joy. But in between the fun and games, you also need to make time for these puppy necessities to set you and your puppy up for success.

Rebecca Daly BVSc
5 Feb 2025

How to stop a puppy barking
Barking, whining and yelping are your dog’s way of communicating. Much like a crying infant, your puppy could be saying: “I need to wee”, “I want dinner” or “give me attention”. While most puppies will naturally begin making noises from an early age, some dogs and breeds may spend their lives in relative silence.
Petbarn Team
15 May 2026

What to consider when choosing a puppy
Before you choose a puppy to welcome home, make sure you’ve weighed up all the possibilities. Here’s our guide to finding the perfect match for you.
Petbarn Team
15 May 2026
ALL Puppy ARTICLES

How to help your puppy through their second fear period
Puppies go through multiple socialisation and fear periods during their development. The primary socialisation period most people are aware of occurs from approximately 3 to 12 weeks of age, which coincides with the first fear period. However, socialisation and training do not end in early puppyhood






