Teaching your new puppy to recognize its name is the first type of dog training that you will most likely experience. You can use the following simple and easy tips to train your dog to know its name.

1. When choosing a name, keep it under two syllables. Using one or two syllables makes it easier for your dog to recognize and easier for you to say.

2. Your puppy will want to follow you around constantly. As this is happening, say his or her new name repeatedly. The dog will become used to this sound.

3. Crouch down and pat the ground in front of you as you say the pups name. “Here BoBo, here BoBo” When the puppy comes to that spot then praise it with petting and affection.

4. Call out the dog’s name with every interaction you have with it. For example when you play with it – call out the dogs name repeatedly. The same goes when you are feeding it, brushing it, laying next to it, etc. Each time the dog looks up at you after calling out his or her name – pet it and praise the dog with love.

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