BASIC COMMANDS

1. Teaching Your Puppy Their Name!

Your puppy’s name is the foundation for everything.
If they respond to their name, you’ve got their attention — and that’s where all training begins 💛

Let’s make their name the happiest word ever 👇

😊 Step 1: Say It Once

• Stand near your puppy.

• In a bright, happy voice, say their name once.

That’s it — just once!

👀 Step 2: Wait for Eye Contact

The moment they:

• Look at you

• Turn their head

• Even slightly notice you

Yes! That’s your moment 🎉

🍪 Step 3: Reward Instantly

• Say “Good!”

• Give a treat right away.

• Add lots of praise and happy energy.

This teaches them:
“My name means good things happen!”

🔁 Step 4: Practice Everywhere

• Try it in different rooms.

• Practice in the garden.

• Slowly add small distractions.

Always reward when they respond.

⚠️ Important Rules

• Don’t repeat their name over and over.

• Don’t use their name when telling them off.

• Keep it positive, always.

You want their name to feel exciting — not worrying!

Soon, when you say their name, they’ll snap their head around like,
“Yes?! You called me?!” 🐾✨

And that’s when you know you’ve nailed it 🎉

 2. Teaching Your Puppy to Sit – So Much Fun!

“Sit” is one of the very first tricks your pup can learn — and it’s such a great one to start with!

Let’s make it fun and easy 👇

🍪 Step 1: Grab the Good Stuff

• Take a tasty treat or your dog’s favourite toy.

• Hold it right in front of their nose so they can smell it.

⬆️ Step 2: Lift It Up

• Slowly move the treat up and over their head.

• As their nose goes up… their bottom will naturally go down!

And just like that — sit happens! 🐾✨

🗣️ Step 3: Add the Word

• As they start sitting, happily say “Sit!”

• Keep your voice calm but cheerful.

🎊 Step 4: Celebrate Instantly

The moment their bottom touches the floor:

• Big praise! (“Good sit!”)

• Give the treat straight away.

• Lots of happy energy and smiles.

This helps them learn that sitting = rewards and happy humans 💛

🔁 Step 5: Practice Makes Perfect

• Keep training short and fun.

• If they don’t get it right away, no worries — just try again.

• With practice, they’ll start sitting as soon as you say the word!

Soon your clever pup will be sitting like a total pro — and you won’t even need the treat every time 🎉🐾

3. Teaching Your Puppy “Come” – The Happy Recall!

“Come” might be the most important command of all — and it should always feel FUN!

😊 Step 1: Make It Exciting

• Get down to your puppy’s level.

• Open your arms wide.

• Say “Come!” in a happy, excited voice.

🏃‍♀️ Step 2: Encourage Movement

• You can gently move backwards.

• Clap your hands or sound extra cheerful.

When they run to you — party time! 🎊

🎉 Step 3: Big Praise & Reward

• Lots of praise.

• Give a treat right away.

• Make them feel like they just won a prize.

🔁 Step 4: Practice in Safe Spaces

• Start indoors or in a secure garden.

• Slowly practice in slightly more distracting places.

⚡ Important:

• Never call them to scold them.

• Always make “come” a happy word.

With practice, your puppy will come running every time — tail wagging and ready for cuddles 🐾💛

4. Teaching Your Puppy “Leave It” – Super Important & Super Smart!

“Leave it” is one of the BEST commands you can teach your puppy.
It can stop them picking up something dangerous — and that’s a big win! 🏆

Let’s break it down step by step 👇

🍪 Step 1: Start with a Treat in Your Hand

• Hold a treat in your closed fist.

• Let your puppy sniff, lick, or paw at your hand.

They’ll try to get it — that’s okay!

⏳ Step 2: Wait It Out

• Don’t say anything yet.

• Keep your hand closed.

• The moment they stop trying (even for a second!)…

Yes! That’s what you’re waiting for 👀✨

🎉 Step 3: Mark & Reward

• As soon as they stop, say “Good!”

• Give them a different treat from your other hand.

Important:
❌ Don’t give them the treat they were trying to get.
✅ Reward from the other hand instead.

This teaches them that ignoring something gets them something better!

🗣️ Step 4: Add the Words “Leave It”

Now try it again:

• Hold the treat in your closed hand.

• This time say “Leave it.”

• Wait for them to stop trying.

• The second they back away — praise and reward!

✋ Step 5: Make It Slightly Harder

Once they’re getting good at it:

• Put the treat on the floor.

• Cover it with your hand.

• Say “Leave it.”

• Reward them when they ignore it.

Gradually practice with more distractions (always safely!).

💛 Important Tips

• Keep your voice calm and happy.

• Never shout.

• Practice little and often.

• End on a win!

Soon your clever pup will hear “Leave it” and instantly look at YOU instead of the object 🌟🐾

And that’s when you know you’ve nailed it! 🎉

5. Teaching Your Puppy “Down” – Calm & Clever!

“Down” is a lovely calm command. It helps your puppy relax and settle — and it’s easier than you think!

Let’s go step by step 👇

🪑 Step 1: Start with Sit

• Ask your puppy to sit first.

• Make sure they’re calm and focused on you.

• Have a treat ready in your hand.

🍪 Step 2: Guide Them Down

• Hold the treat close to their nose.

• Slowly move it down toward the floor.

• Then gently move it slightly forward along the ground.

As their nose follows the treat, their body should lower down too.

And… belly on the floor! 👏✨

🗣️ Step 3: Add the Word

• As they lie down, calmly say “Down.”

• Keep your voice relaxed and happy.

🎉 Step 4: Reward Straight Away

The second their elbows hit the floor:

• Big praise! (“Good down!”)

• Give the treat immediately.

• Gentle fuss and happy smiles.

This helps them understand that lying down = rewards and calm praise 💛

🔁 Step 5: Practice Little & Often

• Keep sessions short and positive.

• If they pop back up, just reset and try again.

• Never push them into position — let them follow the treat.

🌟 Pro Tip

If your puppy keeps standing up:

• Practice on a soft surface (like carpet or grass).

• Train when they’re a little tired — not super hyper!

Soon your pup will hear “Down” and smoothly settle like a little professional 🐶✨

Calm, clever, and totally adorable! 🎉🐾

6. Teaching Your Puppy “Stay” – Calm & Clever!

“Stay” is such a helpful command — and your pup can totally learn it!

🧘‍♂️ Step 1: Start with Sit

• Ask your puppy to sit first.

• Make sure they’re calm and focused on you.

✋ Step 2: Add the Word

• Hold your hand up like a stop sign.

• Say “Stay” in a clear, calm voice.

👣 Step 3: Take a Tiny Step Back

• Take one small step back.

• If they don’t move — yay!

🎉 Step 4: Reward Quickly

• Step back to them.

• Praise them straight away.

• Give a treat and lots of happy “Good stay!”

📏 Step 5: Build It Up Slowly

• Slowly increase the distance.

• Then increase the time.

• Keep sessions short and positive.

If they move? No problem! Just reset and try again.

Soon your pup will be staying like a little superstar 🌟

7. Teaching Your Puppy “Bed” / “Place” – Calm & Cosy!

“Bed” (or “Place”) teaches your puppy to go to their mat or bed and relax there.
It’s perfect for when visitors arrive or when you want some calm time 💛

Let’s make it easy and fun 👇

🛏️ Step 1: Set Up the Spot

• Choose your puppy’s bed or a mat.

• Place it somewhere quiet at first.

• Have some tasty treats ready!

👣 Step 2: Introduce the Bed

• Stand close to the bed with your puppy.

• Toss a treat onto the bed.

When they step onto it — yes! 🎉

• Praise them straight away.

• Let them eat the treat on the bed.

🗣️ Step 3: Add the Word

Now try again:

• Point to the bed.

• Say “Bed” or “Place” in a cheerful voice.

• Toss the treat onto it.

When they go onto the bed — lots of praise and a reward!

⬇️ Step 4: Encourage a Down

Once they’re happily going to the bed:

• Ask for a “Down” once they’re on it.

• Reward them for lying calmly on the bed.

This helps them understand it’s a relaxing spot 💤✨

⏳ Step 5: Build Duration

• Give small treats while they stay on the bed.

• Gradually wait a few seconds before rewarding.

• Slowly increase the time.

If they get up? No worries — just gently guide them back and try again.

🌟 Make It Positive

• Never use the bed as a “time out.”

• Always make it a happy, safe space.

• Keep your voice calm and cheerful.

Soon your clever pup will hear “Bed!” and trot off to their cosy spot like a little pro 🐾💛

Calm puppy. Happy home. 🎉

8. Teaching Your Puppy “Heel” / “Walk” – Nice & Easy Walks!

Teaching your puppy to walk nicely beside you makes walks calm and enjoyable for everyone 💛

Here’s how to do it step by step 👇

🍪 Step 1: Start Indoors

• Put your puppy on the lead.

• Hold a treat in the hand closest to them.

• Stand with your puppy next to your leg.

This is their “walking spot.”

👣 Step 2: Take One Step

• Say “Heel” or “Walk” in a cheerful voice.

• Take one small step forward.

If your puppy stays beside you — celebrate! 🎉

• Praise them.

• Give the treat right next to your leg.

This teaches them that walking close to you = rewards!

🚶 Step 3: Build Up Slowly

• Try two steps.

• Then three.

• Reward often at the beginning.

Keep it short and fun.

🛑 Step 4: If They Pull

If your puppy pulls ahead:

• Stop walking immediately.

• Stand still and stay calm.

• When they come back towards you — praise and continue.

They’ll quickly learn that pulling makes the walk stop!

🌳 Step 5: Practice Outside

Once they’re doing well indoors:

• Practice in the garden.

• Then try quiet streets.

• Slowly add more distractions as they improve.

🌟 Happy Walking Tips

• Keep sessions short.

• Use a happy voice.

• Reward good walking often.

• Be patient — it takes practice!

Soon your puppy will be walking beautifully by your side like a little pro 🐾✨

Calm walk. Happy pup. Happy you. 🎉