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EPISODE · Dec 12, 2025 · 12 MIN

Is Your Puppy Company Ready, Or Will They Be The Holiday Horror?

from Tail Talk Grooming Chronicles with Hound Therapy · host Shannon & Tanya

Send us Fan MailIs Your Puppy Company Ready For The Holidays?The holidays don’t have to turn your living room into a zoo. We break down a humane, step-by-step playbook to keep your dog calm, guests comfortable, and memories photo-ready—from nail grinding and fresh coats to clear house rules that prevent door dashes, food theft, and accidental scratches. With years of grooming and behavior know-how, we walk through real-world solutions that work when the doorbell won’t stop ringing and the kitchen’s in full swing.We start with stress signals most owners miss, then map out the home setup that changes everything: quiet zones with crates or bedrooms, posted rules for guests, and simple gear like gates, leashes, and place cots. You’ll hear how to protect a puppy’s schedule, when to invite your dog into the action, and when to give them a break. We also share a practical training plan you can run between toasts—short reps of sit, down, stay, and place—so your dog learns to greet politely and settle amid the bustle. For families with kids visiting, we outline a fast meet-and-greet script, kid-safe petting rules, and the non-negotiable moments to step in before excitement turns risky.As the calendar flips, we prepare for New Year fireworks with a calm routine, early vet consults for meds if needed, and sound-dampening strategies that actually help. Our approach is simple: choose humanity over vanity, support the dog you have, and design the room so good choices are easy. By the end, you’ll know how to balance hospitality with safety, use the chaos to sharpen your training, and avoid the holiday horror story that lives in family photos for years. If these tips help, subscribe, share with a friend who hosts, and leave a quick review so more pet parents can have a calmer season.To learn more about Hound Therapy visit:https://www.HoundTherapy.comHound Therapy3509 E Park Blvd.Plano, TX469-367-0009

Send us Fan Mail Is Your Puppy Company Ready For The Holidays? The holidays don’t have to turn your living room into a zoo. We break down a humane, step-by-step playbook to keep your dog calm, guests comfortable, and memories photo-ready—from nail grinding and fresh coats to clear house rules that prevent door dashes, food theft, and accidental scratches. With years of grooming and behavior know-how, we walk through real-world solutions that work when the doorbell won’t stop ringing and the k...

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