If you've welcomed a new puppy home you may be wondering how to get started with their training to start things off in the right direction. Also remember that toilet training can go out of the window if you're popping out so having a pet sitter to pop in at the right time will help keep your pup on track if you're out for a couple of hours. 

🐾A settle station is a great thing to introduce straight away. This could be a comfy mat and when your dog is on it, they settle with a chew or something relaxing. This can help when you're going to pubs or cafes. 

🐾Teach your dog their name. We want their name to mean good things! Sit with them, say their name and give them a treat! Repeat this in different rooms and locations.

🐾 Alone time is important for their emotional resilience. They need to learn that it is okay to be alone (but this isn't something that comes naturally). To do this don't allow your pup to be Peter Pan's shadow.. use baby gates to avoid this. Gradually build up alone time in stages, make a call then read a few

pages of  a book then wrap a present.

If you're looking for more to do there are lots of courses on the Polite Pup Club and hope to see you at Puppy Class in January!