Click here to learn more. The best way to ensure that your puppy
develops into a well-balanced adult dog is by teaching him some
basic behaviors when he's young. But how do you know where to
start and when to introduce a new behavior or command? When it
comes to puppy training, it can be easy to get confused and
overwhelmed. Fortunately, Vetstreet is here to help. We've
compiled a guide to the essential behaviors you need to teach
during your puppy's first year, in chronological order. All of
these behaviors can be taught during the main socialization
period of 8 to 12 weeks when your puppy first comes home. But
with the limited focus of a new puppy and the limited time of a
new puppy parent, it’s helpful to focus on the essentials first
and gradually add in new behaviors as your puppy grows. Teach
him to be social. The most crucial element for ensuring a well-
adjusted dog is to properly socialize your puppy during these
early weeks. During this time, your puppy learns confidence and
resiliency through exposu