Raising a Well-Behaved Pup: Mastering the Art of Puppy Training
"Break Up Training"
Puppies have limited attention spans and can quickly become tired, so it is important to divide up training into small chunks (5-10 minutes) throughout the day instead of one lengthy session. This technique will help the puppy remain focused and more engaged.
"Practice in the Real World"
While it is important to train in a controlled environment, it is also necessary to practice commands in real-life scenarios such as the park, on the street, or wherever you plan to take your new pup. This will help your puppy to grasp how to act in different conditions.
“Introduce your Pup to Various Surfaces and Objects”
It's important to introduce your pup to a range of surfaces and textures, such as grass, gravel, and carpet. This will help them build their sensory abilities and get ready for new circumstances. Doing so will help them get used to strange surfaces and become more confident thus leading to a more prepared adult dog.
“Impulse Control/Self Control”
To ensure successful training, it is important to encourage your pup to practice self-control. To do this we work on a "leave it" command. This helps us to communicate what they should be focusing on. Thresholds are difficult for some pups which is why it is important to practice calmly moving through them. These will help them gain discipline and prevent future issues from arising.
“Speak and Quiet”
Training your pup to recognize "speak" and "quiet". It is beneficial to teach your pup to "speak" when you want them to bark, and the "quiet" command can be handy when they are barking too much. It is important to teach them when it is okay to bark so they can learn when it is not appropriate to do so.