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Training your new puppy

Training a dog isn’t really about making them do whatever you want, whenever you want (although sometimes that happens too!). It’s about building a relationship with your dog and giving them the skills they need to be a good companion in our home AND a good citizen of the world! Training your dog for basic manners and to be well-socialized provides them with mental stimulation, allows them to take part in and enjoy social situations, and prevents them from developing behavior problems that can negatively affect the dog-human relationship.

Dogs do their best learning when we use a method called positive reinforcement. Positive reinforcement means rewarding a dog for “good behaviors,” making the dog more likely to do those behaviors in the future. The response to less desirable behaviors is generally to ignore them or withhold rewards when the dog does them.

When you complete a full dog payment through Good Dog with Protection & Support, you get free access (a $235 value) to our online Puppy Training Program. We developed this world-class puppy program with trainers, and behaviorists with over 60 years of combined experience. The program includes online courses, live coaching, and detailed guides to help you raise a healthy, happy dog.

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Contacting your Breeder, Shelter, or Rescue

The fastest way to get answers to your questions is to reach out to your breeder, shelter, or rescue directly.

If you have additional questions and would like to speak to a member of the Good Dog team, please email us at help@gooddog.com