Basic Commands

The Heel Command: Teaching Your Dog to Walk Politely by Your Side Want to train your pup to walk by your side nicely? Heel command is the way to go! Here's how: Take your pup to a quiet, distraction-free place. Begin walking at a moderate pace, with pup on leash, next to you. Say "heel"…

'Teaching Your Dog the Down Command: A Step-by-Step Guide' Teaching your pup the Down command is key for good communication between you and your pup. Here's a step-by-step guide: Find a calm and quiet area with no distractions. Get your pup in the 'Sit' position. Hold a treat in a closed fist and let them…

Overcoming Distractions: Training Your Dog to Come in Any Environment Training your pup to 'come' in any setting can be tricky. But with a few tricks, you can conquer distractions. Here's how: Begin by practising in a low distraction environment, such as inside or in a fenced-in area. Reward your pup's…

Incorporating the Come Command into Everyday Life The "come" command is essential for pup-learning. It makes life pleasant and less stressful for you and your pup. Here's how to use it: Mealtime: Use the "come" command to call your dog over for meals. Positive behaviour, orderly feeding. Playtime: Incorporate the "come" command in games like…

Troubleshooting Common Leave It Command Issues The "Leave It" command is an essential tool for dog owners. It teaches Fido to resist temptations that could be damaging, like food scraps or dangerous objects. But, there are usually issues when using the command. Here are some tips to fix them: Be consistent: Always use the same…

Building a Strong Leave It Command for Life-Long Success Teaching your pup the "leave it" command is a must-have for obedience training. Here are some helpful tips to do it: Start off with a low-value object to teach the cue. Increase the value of the object slowly until your pup can resist high-value items…

Teaching Your Dog to Leave It Around Food, Toys, and Other Temptations Teach your pup the "leave it" command! It's an important skill for pet parents. This command can prevent your furry friend from eating something dangerous or destroying valuable items. Here's how: Hold a treat in your closed hand and say "leave it". Wait…

Reinforcing the Down Command for Consistent Performance Reinforcing the "down" command is a must for consistent performance in dogs. Positive reinforcement techniques like treats, praise, and patience are ideal. Some tips to reinforce the "down" command: Use a treat to lure your dog into the down position, saying "down" as you do. Stay…

Overcoming Common Down Command Training Challenges Training your pooch to obey the 'Down' command can be tough for many pet owners. Here are some common issues and their solutions: Vocalizing: If your pup is vocalizing, like whining or barking when you give the 'Down' command, try to ignore it. When they finally obey, praise and…

Building Duration, Distance, and Distraction in the Stay Command Training your dog to stay on command requires patience, consistency and positive reinforcement. Plus, you need to consider duration, distance and distractions too. Here are some tips: Duration: Start with a few seconds, and gradually increase the time. Distance: Stand close, then slowly move further…