6 Top Tips For Basic Puppy Training Preparation

By E. Corson Strand

When it comes to basic puppy training preparation, I could write a book. A labor of love, but don't worry, I'll stick to the basics. Almost all basic puppy training - and this applies to just about all techniques - hangs on a few basic, foundational principles.

Puppy behavior training follows what amounts to a few steps that depend on conscientious application and repetition for success. These steps even apply to problem dog behavior training, though in the case of true problem dogs, dogs with clear psychological trauma, we recommend the help of a pro in that particular specialty.

What you need to know boils down to 6 key tips that you must understand to be sucessfull with any new puppy training. These 6 tips will underlie almost any basic dog and puppy training you engage in.

Here are the 6 basic puppy training preparation tips that work like magic:

1. Identify the undesirable behavior.
2. Show the dog the correct behavior.
3. Validate the correct pet behavior - that is,give it a reward.
4. Repeat the desired behavior until your dog performs consistently about 90% of the time.
5. At this point, train a verbal command or cue as your dog performs the right behavior. This will associate the command with the behavior.
6. Start using the designated command to get the dog to perform the response.

These are the concepts that support most basic puppy training and serve as the ground for preparation. Understand these tips, and you'll be able to solve most dog training and behavior problems you face.

However, for the rest of the story, examples, and step-by-step instructions, read our complete article on our 6 Step Dog Training Method. Discover more tips and free advice on basic puppy training.