Basic Obedience

Teach foundation commands (sit, stay, come, heel, down) using positive reinforcement and marker training.

When to Use

• A new puppy (8+ weeks) is ready for foundation training
• An adult dog lacks reliable basic commands
• A rescue or rehomed dog needs to learn the household's command vocabulary
• Before advancing to more complex behaviors or off-leash work
• When existing commands have degraded and need re-establishing

Inputs

• Required: A dog (any breed, any age 8+ weeks)
• Required: High-value treats (small, soft, quickly consumed)
• Optional: Clicker or verbal marker word (e.g., "yes")
• Optional: 6-foot leash and flat collar or harness
• Optional: Quiet training space with minimal distractions (initially)