The most important commands you can teach your dog include coming when called, staying when told and walking nicely on leash. If your dog already performs these exercises with little or no trouble, you may want to challenge them with something more advanced such as heeling or distraction training. All dogs enjoy the interaction that comes with a training program that is fun and motivational.

• Helps build a foundation for solving problem behaviors
  
  
• The dog learns new and useful commands
  
  
• Helps build a strong relationship between you and your dog
  
  
• Dogs learns to respect you as a leader and trusted friend
  
  
• Helps keep your dog mentally active
  
  
• Builds better communication
  
  
• Allows you and your dog more freedom
  
  
• Helps your dog become more confident and predictable