GOOD DOG: SIMPLE TRAINING TIPS

Training up your pup doesn’t have to feel like herding sheep. With a few easy tips, patience, and treats in your pocket, you can teach your pup a few manners.

ALWAYS, ALWAYS...

Bribes Work: Reward The Good Stuff
Treats, pets, praise—it is completely acceptable to give a kickback.

Keep It Short & Sweet
Pups can't handle more than five-ten minute sessions max. Their attention span is like a small child.

Consistency is Everything
Sit means sit. Stay means stay. Work on one command at a time with many repetitions.

Use One-Word Commands
“Sit,” “stay,” “fetch.” Simple. Your pup can only master one word at a time.

Patience is Key
Keep calm and laugh at mistakes. Slow and steady....

Make It Playful
Training can be playtime. Toss a ball, do a trick, reward, repeat. If you are having fun, odds are they are too.

Short sessions, praise & play, and a little humor make training less of a chore and more of a bonding adventure. Now go forth and teach your pups some manners.