Dog Training Guide

Age: Start at 8 weeks

Teaching your puppy where and when to eliminate is one of the first and most important training tasks.

Age: 8 weeks and up

Teaching your dog to love their crate as a safe den provides a management tool and reduces anxiety.

Age: 8 weeks and up

Sit is often the first command taught and is foundational for many other behaviors.

Age: 12 weeks and up (after mastering sit)

Stay teaches impulse control and is crucial for safety in many situations.

Age: 10 weeks and up

A reliable recall can save your dog's life and is one of the most important commands.

Age: 10 weeks and up

Teaching your dog to walk politely without pulling makes walks enjoyable for both of you.

Age: 12 weeks and up

Leave it can prevent your dog from eating dangerous items or approaching unwanted objects.

Age: All ages

Understanding the science and application of positive reinforcement training methods.

Age: All ages

Using a clicker as a marker for precise communication during training.

Age: All ages

Preventing and redirecting the habit of stealing food from counters.

Age: All ages

Teaching dogs to greet politely without jumping up on people.

Age: 6 months and up

Teaching dogs to resist impulses and make good choices.