Learning is fun

Training your dog can be a fun and rewarding experience for all the family. Dogs are fast learners, but rely on you to learn how to behave. Training helps you to nurture the relationship between your dog and all the family, allowing you to spend time together and forge a deeper bond.

Teaching the common commands

The basic five commands - come, sit, stay, heel and lie down - help to shape a good canine citizen. They can be taught from around eight weeks old, initially with one person to begin with so puppies know who they are working with and what to expect. As they get more familiar with what is being asked, you can introduce more 'trainers', but make sure you are all using the same verbal and hand signals. Having more than one trainer (so rally your family) also has the advantage of ensuring 'pupils' know they have to be obedient to other people too.

Going to elementary obedience classes are great fun and an enjoyable way of learning with others.