Congratulations on the new furry addition to your family!  Whether you’re deciding which professional dog trainer to hire or you want to try DIY dog training at home, check out our dog training basics to make the best decision for you and your dog. We explore dog training methods, describe when and where you could start training your dog, and explain how to train using common commands. To keep training positive and enjoyable, we’ve also included fun tricks you can teach your new pup!