
Welcome
Foundations first, right? That’s how any good program should begin.
You wouldn’t build a house starting with the roof. That wouldn’t be sustainable, solid…or physically possible!
Well, the groundwork of your puppies learning will determine the dog you will have in years to come. Some of the temperament shaping you will do in these upcoming lessons will not even become relevant until your puppy is older. Do not skip this part of the lessons as you will then sabotage 80% or your results!

- Take it slow. Baby steps!
- Play the sound softly or at a distance.
- Increase the volume and length of time as they become accustomed.
- Don’t overload your pup, just play a few throughout the day.
- Look for stress level changes in your dog.
- Are they nervous? Or indifferent?
- Play the sounds when puppy or dog is relaxed.
- Create a positive experience by giving a treat.
They may be afraid today, but tomorrow they will be rock stars! You are able to use the sound provided below, or for your convenience, we have linked to the download of the Empowered Puppy Sound Training App on our resource page.
Take a few minutes, several times a day, over the next couple days to familiarize yourself and your puppy with what you’ve just learned. We gave you a lot of information to digest, but don’t worry, just take baby steps. When you see your puppy sitting: name and praise! Look for chances to capture all 3 behaviors (sitting, laying, standing) at least once a day to start. As you become more observant you’ll notice more opportunities to name and praise. Don’t jump ahead and give your puppy the verbal command just yet. That will come in due time. Work toward making your puppy’s crate a good place to be- never a punishment. Play crate games with treats! Work to build up to longer and longer bits of time lounging in the crate throughout the day. Don’t give in at night. We know it’s hard to not acknowledge, or comfort, or beg your puppy to stop crying but giving in now will only make the process longer. Stay strong, stay committed. You and your puppy are off to an amazing start. This is the beginning of a beautiful friendship!