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What techniques are introduced in Week 1 of puppy training?
What techniques are introduced in Week 1 of puppy training?
Which skill is taught during Week 2 of puppy training?
Which skill is taught during Week 2 of puppy training?
What command is associated with Week 3 of puppy training?
What command is associated with Week 3 of puppy training?
Which activity is included in Week 4 training?
Which activity is included in Week 4 training?
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What is a key focus of Week 5 in puppy training?
What is a key focus of Week 5 in puppy training?
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What event takes place during Week 6?
What event takes place during Week 6?
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What does the term 'socialization' refer to in puppy training?
What does the term 'socialization' refer to in puppy training?
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Study Notes
Week 1
- Introduction to puppy training principles and techniques
- Concepts of cues, markers, and release words for effective communication with puppies
- Basic command "Watch me" to focus attention on the trainer
- Introduction to the command "Sit" for foundational obedience
Week 2
- Training "Sit" as a polite greeting behavior
- Techniques for loose leash walking to encourage proper walking habits
- Development of handling skills for manageable interactions
Week 3
- Introduction of commands "Leave it" and "Take it" for impulse control
- Training the command "Drop it" for safe item retrieval
- Teaching "Down" for a calm, resting position
Week 4
- Emphasis on socialization with other puppies for balanced behavior
- Continuing loose leash walking training combined with "Leave it" command
- Teaching "Come when Called" with the command "Find me" for recall confidence
Week 5
- Transitioning to fading the lure, encouraging independent behavior
- Loose leash walking combined with practicing greetings
- Introducing the command "Stay" for duration control
- Training "Shake" for playful interaction and cooperation
Week 6
- Practicing "Come when called" followed by "Sit" for trained response
- Engaging in a shake contest to reinforce the "Shake" command
- Incorporating a game of "Simon says" for fun while reinforcing commands
- Celebrating graduation from the beginner class as a milestone in training progress
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Test your knowledge from the Petsmart Puppy Beginner Class with this engaging quiz. Covering topics from basic commands to socialization, each week helps build a strong foundation for your puppy's training. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand these essential training cues and skills.