This guide walks you through creating a reliable name response and the five foundational commands every puppy should master. With patience, consistency, and encouragement, these steps will help your puppy learn faster, listen better, and develop a lasting bond built on trust.

Good recall is not something you teach once and then forget. It is a lifelong skill. Even adult dogs benefit from regular practice and refresher sessions, especially in new environments or around higher distractions. The work you put in during puppyhood pays off for years. You will have a dog who comes joyfully and without hesitation because they learned that being near you is always rewarding.