At what age should a puppy begin obedience training?

about 8 weeks
Training a puppy starts as soon as you bring them home, which is typically about 8 weeks of age. At this young age, they can learn basic puppy training cues such as sit, stay, and come.

What are the basic commands to train a puppy?

According to Ray, the basic commands that every dog should learn (in this order) are: heel, sit, stay, and come.

What is the best training for a puppy?

So, if you’ve just adopted a new puppy, prioritize these three simple puppy training tasks during your puppy’s training schedule to help build the foundation for an obedient and well-mannered dog: Crate training. Potty training. The “sit” command.

How long should a training session for a puppy be?

Dog training sessions should last no more than 15 minutes. Young puppies or dogs who are easily distracted may need even shorter sessions. If you run your training session too long, dogs get distracted and bored, and there’s a good chance they’ll start making mistakes.

How do I get my 10 week old puppy to stop biting?

Tips On How To Stop Puppy Biting

  1. Make your puppy think he is hurting you when he bites by letting out a puppy yelp!
  2. Redirect your puppy’s biting by slowly removing your hand from his mouth and replace with one of his dog toys.
  3. Give your puppy a command.
  4. Exercise your pup’s mind and body.
  5. Try using Bitter Apple Spray.

How do I teach my puppy no?

The Hand and Treat Method As you close your hand, say “No!”. Let him lick and sniff, but do not give him the treat. When he finally gives up and backs away, praise him and give him the treat. Repeat the above step several times until your pup figures out he gets the treat only when he obeys the ‘no’ command.

How do you punish a puppy for biting?

The instant you feel your puppy’s teeth touch you, give a high-pitched yelp. Then immediately walk away from him. Ignore him for 30 to 60 seconds. If your puppy follows you or continues to bite and nip at you, leave the room for 30 to 60 seconds.

How do I discipline my 8 week old puppy?

5 Steps to Discipline a Puppy without Punishment

  1. Be consistent.
  2. Be prompt.
  3. Be firm.
  4. Use positive reinforcement.
  5. Give timeouts.
  6. Don’t use physical punishment.
  7. Don’t stare down, drag, or hold down your puppy.
  8. Don’t shout or scream.