Training tips for pups!

I thought it would be fun to add some training tips on the blog, so here’s the first!

Sit is one of easiest things to teach a puppy as it is an automatic response. It can be achieved by simply getting the puppy’s attention with a tasty treat (the size of a thumb nail is all that’s needed) and raising it above/over the puppy’s head to lure him into a sit. Use the command ‘sit’ as he does so. Give him the treat as praise. It is important to give him the treat as soon as the desired task has been completed otherwise the puppy will not associate his actions with the praise.

If the puppy jumps up to try to get the treat, very gently hold the pup’s collar to prevent this.

Teach in short, positive training sessions – puppies have a limited attention span and getting a few good sits is far more productive than struggling to get lots of ‘sort of sits’.

As a general rule no more than a few minutes per session (depending on the puppy).

Keep your eyes on the blog for more top training tips! If you have questions and need help with your puppy, call our Practice Nurses on 01903 234866. They will be delighted to give your pups a cuddle and help with any queries.

Thank you to Sarah Treagus, Puppy School trainer for this information.