Puppy Training Schedule
Puppy Training Schedule
This schedule is a structured program designed to assist in developing and obedience training for your new puppy. It caters to a balanced routine filled with adequate play, rest, feeding, socializing, and training times. This program should effectively balance your puppy's physical and behavioral development needs.
Time |
Task |
Activity |
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7:00 |
Morning Walk |
Take the puppy for a short walk or play session to help burn off energy and stimulate bowel movement. |
7:30 |
Feeding Time |
Offer the puppy its morning meal. Use this time for basic obedience training like "sit" or "stay" before feeding to reinforce good behavior. |
8:00 |
Potty Break |
Take the puppy outside for a potty break. Use a consistent command such as "go potty" to associate with the act. |
8:30 |
Training Session |
Focus on basic obedience training such as "sit," "down," and "come." Keep sessions short 5 to 10 minutes to maintain the puppy's attention span. |
9:00 |
Rest Period |
Encourage the puppy to rest in its crate with a favorite toy or chew. Crate training helps with housebreaking and provides a safe space for the puppy to relax. |
11:00 |
Socialization or Play Time |
Introduce the puppy to new experiences, people, and environments. Visit a park. Allow positive interactions with other dogs and people. |
12:00 |
Feeding time |
Offer the puppy its midday meal. Follow the same routine as the morning feeding, incorporating obedience training before meals. |
13:00 |
Potty Break |
Take the puppy outside for another potty break after eating. Reinforce the command for eliminating outside. |
14:00 |
Rest Period |
Encourage the puppy to rest in its crate with a favorite toy or chew. |
17:00 |
Evening Walk |
Take the puppy for a short walk before bedtime |
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