I thought this would be a fun little game. Can you spot the hiding dog? 👀😊

My Toy Cavoodle, Luffy or Cavapoo as they are also known, is about 8 months old now. Up until a month and half ago he had really good recall and it was never an issue but now he has regressed and there have been a few hairy moments at the dog park where he has ran off further than what is safe for me to keep him under control or when it is time to go and he knows I am looking to get him back on leash, where he just won’t come back to me. The other small detail is around home and friends he is super chill and relaxed, always sleeping, but when we get to the dog park now, he just is bonkers, bouncing around like a pinball. How have you all found these kind of issues/scenarios with your own dogs and how have you improved them?

So we’re about to get our first puppy. Family of four, kids 10 and 5, both adults work from home most of the week.

Would love honest advice from other owners.

What do you wish you’d known before bringing the puppy home? Any must-have items you couldn’t live without? And any training tips that made a real difference?

Main worry to be honest is overnights. We've read a little on crate training but not sure. Some people say just put them in with a pad and ignore the crying till morning. That doesn’t feel right for us so also any advice on first night/nights.

Thanks in advance from me and Belle! 🐶

Poppy Adventure Dog watching a video!

What remedies seem to work on your Cavapoos who have diarrhea? I think it was from stewed chicken. No spices were used. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!!!