Start Brushing NOW!

Do not teach your puppy that it's fun to bite the brush!

Be gentle but INSISTENT.

Do NOT allow your puppy to bite you, other dogs, or children.

Recognise a temper tantrum.  (screaming, crying, biting for just light brushing or holding a paw for example)

Establish a routine.  Same area of the home, same time of day, same leg to start.

Do Not allow your pup to be the boss!

If he runs away when he sees the brush, put him on a leash and carry the brush during training time.

See your groomer after his last set of shots (around three months).

TAKE A PUPPY CLASS!

Potty Train.

Reward good behaviour with love, NOT treats.

Consoling a pup who is misbehaving REINFORCES bad behaviour!

Leash train your pup.

Be the Alpha in your home.

Socialize your pup with other dogs, people and children.

Consider Crate Training.

Get him used to loud noises like the vacuum.

When you come to the groomer, hand him over CALMLY.  If YOU are stressed, HE will be stressed!