Dog training
Dog training, from zero to expert
An honest, step-by-step guide to training your dog: from sit on day one to knowing when the problem needs a professional.
Choose your level
Beginner dog training
Everything every dog should know in its first weeks at home.
5 exercises · 2 to 4 weeks
Intermediate dog training
Street manners, self-control and the social tricks that impress your guests.
7 exercises · 4 to 8 weeks
Advanced dog training
Emergency recall, impulse control and off-leash obedience.
3 exercises · 2 to 6 months
When to call a professional
Disciplines you should not attempt alone at home.
What you'll achieve
If you go through the four levels, your dog will have this list of skills for daily life and special situations.
Beginner
- Recognize his name and look at you when he hears it
- Sit, lie down and come when called
- Walk next to you without pulling on leash
- Accept the crate or bed as a safe place
- Drop what he has in his mouth without growling
Intermediate
- Stay put even when someone walks by
- Heel on a street with distractions
- Learn shake, high-five and roll over
- Wait at the door before going out
- Leave food on the floor on cue
Advanced
- Bullet-proof recall in open parks
- Stay put for 5+ minutes at distance
- Full social skills with unknown dogs
- Nose work and search games
- Off-leash obedience in controlled areas
Professional
- Behaviour modification for reactive or fearful dogs
- Sport protection training (IGP, Ringo, Mondioring)
- Service, medical alert or emotional support dog
- Search and rescue, mantrailing, detection
- Film and advertising: obedience under camera
Ready to start?
Start with the beginner level even if your dog is an adult. The foundations are the same.