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DogDogApp
A course that prepares new owners to welcome a dog at home — with a breed-specific training checklist from day one.
How the workflow works
From home prep to daily puppy work — one clear plan instead of scattered advice.
Prepare the home
Safety, supplies, and a vet plan before your dog arrives.
Pick a breed
Get the list of skills to work on for your dog’s type from day one.
Train early
Socialization, house training, cues, and handling — track progress.
Get support
When you need more help, socializing walks and behaviorists are next.
Course modules
Universal foundations for every new owner, then breed focus — what to practice from puppyhood.
Module 1
Prepare the home
Safety, supplies, and a vet plan before the dog arrives.
Module 2
The first week
A calm start, routine, and trust-building.
Module 3
House training
Potty schedule, cues, and positive crate work.
Module 4
Socialization
People, stimuli, dogs, and early alone-time training.
Module 5
Basic cues and handling
Sit, recall, leave it, leash manners, and grooming.
Module 6
Breed focus
The things to work on from puppyhood specifically for your breed.
Breed checklists
For each breed, a list of skills to work on with your dog from a young age — from Labrador to mixed breed.
American Staffordshire Terrier
Strength and enthusiasm — early soft mouth, leash manners, and rich positive socialization.
- • Soft mouth
- • Socialization
- • Calm leash
Beagle
The nose rules — nosework, solid leash skills, and food management are must-haves.
- • Nosework over frustration
- • “Leave it” around food
- • Leash safety
Border Collie
An intense working mind — without a job, chasing and nervousness appear. Give daily stimulation.
- • Chase inhibition
- • Daily mental work
- • Impulse control
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
An affectionate companion — train independence, ears, and calm people manners.
- • Alone-time training
- • Ear care
- • Gentle socialization
Dachshund
A bold scenthound with a sensitive back — no uncontrolled stairs or jumps.
- • Back protection
- • Nosework
- • Voice control
English Bulldog
A calm companion — watch breathing, weight, and keep activity short and safe.
- • Weight control
- • Breathing monitoring
- • Vet handling
French Bulldog
Charming but breathing-sensitive — prioritize temperature, harness, weight, and fold hygiene.
- • Avoid overheating
- • Fold hygiene
- • Independence training
German Shepherd
Intelligent and rule-sensitive — early obedience, socialization, and mental work are essential.
- • Handler focus
- • People socialization
- • Joint protection
Golden Retriever
Gentle and eager — focus on socialization, retrieving, and calm handling.
- • Fetch and “drop”
- • Coat brushing
- • Calm around guests
Jack Russell Terrier
A volcano of energy and instinct — legal dig/chew outlets, recall, and patience.
- • Instinct outlets
- • Recall
- • Impulse control
Labrador Retriever
Friendly, food-driven, and energetic — teach manners, impulse control, and toy retrieving early.
- • Greetings without jumping
- • Soft mouth and “drop”
- • Impulse control at the bowl
Maltese
A delicate companion — grooming, manners, and no “carrying instead of training”.
- • Daily brushing
- • Independent leash walking
- • Calm greetings
Mixed breed
Every mix is different — observe temperament and combine foundations with tailored stimulation.
- • Temperament observation
- • Foundations + socialization
- • Matched activity level
Poodle
A highly trainable dog — early grooming desensitization and rich mental stimulation.
- • Clipper preparation
- • Tricks and nosework
- • Socialization
Rottweiler
Strong and loyal — socialization, public manners, and resource exchange before growth.
- • People socialization
- • Door and leash manners
- • Mouthing control
Shiba Inu
Independent and force-sensitive — build trust, handling, and solid recall.
- • Handling trust
- • Recall
- • Low-pressure socialization
Shih Tzu
A companion dog — face hygiene, grooming, and independence training.
- • Fold and eye hygiene
- • Brushing
- • Independence
Siberian Husky
An independent runner — yard security, recall, and lots of exercise plus stimulation.
- • Escape prevention
- • Long-line recall
- • Energy outlets
Welsh Corgi
A herding dog in a small body — protect the spine, inhibit chase, give mental work.
- • Spine protection
- • Chase inhibition
- • Weight control
Yorkshire Terrier
Small but terrier-minded — teach manners like a big dog and build independence.
- • Avoid small-dog syndrome
- • Bark control
- • Fall safety
Ready to start with your dog?
Sign in, add a dog profile, and track progress in the dashboard.