So you’ve got a new puppy and you’re excited to get started with training and learning all about your new friend. Our free puppy training lessons with pet behaviourist Nick Jones are easy to follow and full of practical tips to get you off to a great start on your training journey together.
Puppy Training Hub
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First Semester
8-10 weeks: The basics
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Lesson 1
Toilet training your puppy
Learn how to toilet train your puppy
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Lesson 2
Crate training your puppy
Learn how to crate train your puppy
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Lesson 3
Socialising your puppy
Get expert introduction tips and find out why it's important to socialise your puppy
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Lesson 4
Helping your puppy cope with visitors at the door
Help your pup become accustomed to strangers at the door
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Lesson 5
Teaching your puppy to sit
Introducing the basics of commands
Second Semester
10-12 weeks: The outside world
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Lesson 1
Teaching your puppy to lay down
Teaching this helps your dog feel calm and relaxed
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Lesson 2
Lead training your puppy
Learn how to train your puppy on the lead
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Lesson 3
Walking your puppy
Things to do before your first walk and tips on your pet's confidence
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Lesson 4
Puppy recall training
Learn essential recall training to ensure your dog comes to you when called
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Lesson 5
Clicker training your puppy
Learn an effective method of training to mark desirable behaviour
Third Semester
12-16 weeks: Behaviour classes
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Lesson 1
Puppy scent training
Introducing a fun and engaging way to get your dog's brain ticking
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Lesson 2
Teaching your puppy to stop biting
Being mindful of not over-exciting your pup can curb potential problem behaviour
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Lesson 3
Teaching your pup to not jump up
Helping answer some of your most searched-for pet questions
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Lesson 4
Teaching your puppy to stop barking
Understanding dog barking behaviour and how to focus and reward calm behaviour
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Lesson 5
Teaching your puppy to say hello calmly
Learn why instilling good manners and obedience is key to good behaviour
Fourth Semester
16 weeks plus: Advanced training
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Lesson 1
Puppy recall training: advanced
Reinforcing recall training and the importance of starting at home
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Lesson 2
Teaching your puppy to ignore other dogs
Teaching this can prevent your dog from disturbing others on walks or prevent a fight
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Lesson 3
Teaching your puppy tricks & mental stimulation
Keep your dog's brain active with mentally challenging games
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Lesson 4
Separation anxiety training
How to spot separation anxiety and ease the symptoms
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Lesson 5
Additional support – Behaviour tips
Explore additional behaviour tips to keep your dog happy and healthy
We hope this training advice helps you feel more confident training your puppy.
Visit our Puppy Advice pages for more information on keeping your pup healthy and happy!
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