Teaching sit, stay, come, and leave it from day one
Bringing a puppy home sets the tone for years ahead.
Early training shapes manners, safety, and trust, and most importantly, helps create a strong relationship between you and the pup.
Clear guidance from the start builds calm habits and steady confidence.
Short lessons fit a young pup’s focus and keep learning pleasant.
Sit
Sit stands as the foundation of good behaviour.
It encourages calm and patience.
Begin with a treat held close to the nose.
Move the hand upward so the head lifts and the rear lowers.
The moment the pup sits, offer praise/click and treat.
Keep sessions brief.
A few minutes after meals or play suits young learners. Sit helps during greetings, feeding time, and walks.
Stay
Stay teaches self-control.
Start with the puppy in a sit.
Hold a flat hand like a stop sign.
Take one step back.
Return straight away and reward.
Add distance in tiny steps across days.
A soft voice and relaxed posture help the puppy remain settled.
Stay supports safety near doors, roads, and busy places.
Come
Come protects a puppy from danger and strengthens recall.
Begin indoors with little distraction.
Crouch down, say the puppy’s name, then say “come” in a cheerful tone.
Open arms invite movement.
Reward with praise, treats, or a quick game.
Practice often.
Call the puppy only for pleasant reasons.
This builds trust and speed.
Leave It
Leave it prevents trouble.
Place a treat in a closed hand.
Let the puppy sniff. Say “leave it.”
Wait for the puppy to look away or pause.
Open the hand and give a different treat from the other hand.
Progress to items on the floor with a foot nearby.
This cue protects against harmful objects and rough play.
Training From Day One
Consistency matters more than length.
Short, calm lessons fit young minds.
Kind guidance builds confidence.
Clear words and steady routines support learning.
Mistakes happen. Quiet redirection keeps progress steady.
Early training sets a strong base for life together.
Sit, stay, come, and leave it guide a puppy through daily moments with grace and safety.
A patient approach from the first day creates a polite companion and a happy home.
We offer puppy classes to learn more.