The Complete Guide to Puppy Training

Starting Your Puppy Off Right

Training your puppy early is the key to having a well-adjusted, obedient adult dog. Here's our complete guide to puppy training basics.

House Training

Take your puppy outside frequently — after meals, naps, and play sessions. Use a consistent command like "go potty" and reward them with treats and praise when they do their business outside.

Socialization

Expose your puppy to different people, animals, sounds, and environments between 3-14 weeks of age. This critical period shapes their personality and confidence.

Basic Commands

Start with sit, stay, come, and down. Use positive reinforcement — treats, praise, and play — rather than punishment. Keep training sessions short (5-10 minutes) and fun.

Bite Inhibition

Puppies explore with their mouths. When they bite too hard, yelp loudly and stop playing. They'll learn that biting ends the fun.

Crate Training

A crate gives your puppy a safe space and helps with house training. Never use the crate as punishment — it should be their cozy den.

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