Why Puppy Regression Spikes During the Holidays
Update: 2025-12-16
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Holiday excitement, visitors, noise, and unpredictable schedules can turn even the most well-behaved pup into an overstimulated puppy overnight. If your holiday puppy suddenly seems forgetful, chaotic, or overwhelmed, you are not alone. December creates the perfect storm for puppy regression, and most owners never see it coming.
In this episode of The Well-Mannered Mutt, I'm sharing the importance of why puppy regression Spikes During the Holidays and eight actionable steps you can take right now to reduce stress and get your puppy routines back on track.
Some of the things we cover in this episode are:
- Why puppy regression is normal and temporary during the holiday season
- How to help an overstimulated puppy settle when your home gets loud and busy
- Simple ways to stabilize your puppy routines even when your schedule changes
- What your holiday puppy needs most to stay calm, confident, and connected
Regression is not failure. It is simply your puppy trying to navigate a chaotic season with a developing brain. With a few supportive changes, your holiday puppy can bounce back quickly, rebuild good habits, and head into the new year with confidence. You are doing better than you think, and your puppy is learning more than you realize.
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