So you just got a new puppy, and you're wondering when will be a good time to start training your dog.
The answer to that is "right now".
If you got a newborn puppy, you would have to be prepared to take over the mother role by taking good care of him.
If he is about eight weeks old and above, you can start training your puppy right away.
The sooner you train your dog, the better he will know how to behave properly towards you.
This means establishing early that you are the leader of the pack, and not him.
Dogs are social animals, and they are constantly looking for a leader.
If you do not establish right away that you are the boss, he will not learn to obey early.
You can do this by being firm in your commands to him, but at the same time being playful and gentle during play time.
Treat your dog with respect, as well, if you want him to respect you.
Never physically harm your dog, or even hurl verbal abuse towards him, as this will only create fear in him.
A dog who is constantly afraid will show some signs of stress, or may even learn to develop aggressive behavior.
Training your puppy starts with teaching him how to follow simple commands like "stay", "fetch", "lie down", "sit", "heel".
These may sound like simple commands, but they form the basis of a good dog obedience training.
Whenever your dog follows your commands, make sure to reinforce good behavior with hugs, praise and occasional food treats.
You should also set the rules early.
If you don't want your dog lying on your couch, then train your dog not to stay there.
There are some people who let their dogs sleep on their beds with them, while others don't.
It is really up to you to set the boundaries when it comes to training your dog properly.
It takes some time before you can see success in your dog training.
With some effective techniques, you can find happiness with your dog, as long as you teach your dog to respect you, and you respect him back also.