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The Dog Charmer

When is a good time to
start training your pup?

Dear Dog Charmer,

At what age should Truffle start obedience training?

Thanks again!

Paul & Jared

Dear Paul and Jared,

In the 1960s many thought the optimal time to start obedience training was when the dog was no longer a puppy and considered old enough to retain commands. Well, even though I often refer to young puppies as “egg for brains”, the reality is training begins as soon as they can see, hear and walk. In the old days, and more often than not today, initial training consists of redirecting already established bad habits and unwanted behaviors into desired responses.

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