Problem file 06

Puppy Problems

Biting, potty accidents, stolen socks, and the tiny attention span tying it all together.

Reviewed by The Bandit Show editorial team Updated Sep. 3, 2026
Small body. Criminal schedule.— Anonymous dog owner, probably

The short answer

This isn't a personality flaw. It's a pattern.

Biting, potty accidents, stolen socks, and the tiny attention span tying it all together.

Behavior improves when the dog gets a consistent, understandable path to the right answer. The exact plan depends on the trigger, the environment, the dog's learning history, and the people responsible for following through.

Bandit's ruling

Stop waiting for the perfect mood. Practice the skill before the hardest version of the problem shows up.

Does this sound familiar?

  • The witching hour is very real
  • Hands are treated like chew toys
  • Accidents happen right after outside time

Where to start

  1. 01

    Build a predictable daily rhythm

  2. 02

    Manage access before correcting mistakes

  3. 03

    Keep training short and frequent

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When should puppy training start?+

Learning starts immediately. Age-appropriate structure, handling, social exposure, and short training games can begin as soon as your puppy comes home.

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