Training : Puppy Manners : Attention and Name Recognition

Paying attention to you is the single most important thing that you can teach your puppy. Pairing this with instant name recognition, as well as an attention cue such as "Watch Me," will enable you to call your dog and immediately have it respond to you.

The best way to do this is to always positively reinforce your puppy paying attention to you. Follow calling your dog's name with a yummy treat, or even better, dinner! Each time you catch your puppy looking at you, mark the behavior and reward him for it.

Visit the following sites on how to teach your dog to pay attention to you:

• Teaching Attention