Training Puppies and Children to Build a Long-Lasting Bond

Bringing a puppy into a home with young children requires adults to train both the puppy as well as the children on proper interactions. With patience and supervision, you can build a rewarding relationship for both! The Core Principles of Raising Puppies with Children Always Supervise Your Child with the Puppy It is crucial to […]

How to Potty Train Your Puppy or Dog

The basics of potty training your new pup are straightforward! You are going to need to be patient, understanding, and consistent to be successful. The Rules of Potty Training Your Dog Never Punish a Dog for an Accident If you catch your dog in the act, take your dog outside where they are supposed to […]

Crate Training Guide for Puppies + Dogs

Crate training teaches your dog that the crate is a safe space for them. It is a place they can go to relax, rest, calm down or even when they’re scared. The best way to introduce the crate to your dog is by using positive rewards (like treats, treat-stuffed toys, affection) and keeping the duration […]

Christine Mielke and Puppy Dog

About Christine

Christine has fostered over 150 puppies since 2022, including bottle babies, cleft palate puppies and sick/dying puppies. She has also fostered two pregnant dogs and one mom and pups. She has volunteered over 3,000 hours of her time to local rescues to assist with intakes, deworming/vaccinations, bottle feeding, events, documentation, website management, social media, and transportation.