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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.

1

Prepare the home

Safety, supplies, and a vet plan before your dog arrives.

2

Pick a breed

Get the list of skills to work on for your dog’s type from day one.

3

Train early

Socialization, house training, cues, and handling — track progress.

4

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.

  1. Module 1

    Prepare the home

    Safety, supplies, and a vet plan before the dog arrives.

  2. Module 2

    The first week

    A calm start, routine, and trust-building.

  3. Module 3

    House training

    Potty schedule, cues, and positive crate work.

  4. Module 4

    Socialization

    People, stimuli, dogs, and early alone-time training.

  5. Module 5

    Basic cues and handling

    Sit, recall, leave it, leash manners, and grooming.

  6. 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.

terrier

American Staffordshire Terrier

Strength and enthusiasm — early soft mouth, leash manners, and rich positive socialization.

  • Soft mouth
  • Socialization
  • Calm leash
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hound

Beagle

The nose rules — nosework, solid leash skills, and food management are must-haves.

  • Nosework over frustration
  • “Leave it” around food
  • Leash safety
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herding

Border Collie

An intense working mind — without a job, chasing and nervousness appear. Give daily stimulation.

  • Chase inhibition
  • Daily mental work
  • Impulse control
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companion

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

An affectionate companion — train independence, ears, and calm people manners.

  • Alone-time training
  • Ear care
  • Gentle socialization
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hound

Dachshund

A bold scenthound with a sensitive back — no uncontrolled stairs or jumps.

  • Back protection
  • Nosework
  • Voice control
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brachycephalic

English Bulldog

A calm companion — watch breathing, weight, and keep activity short and safe.

  • Weight control
  • Breathing monitoring
  • Vet handling
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brachycephalic

French Bulldog

Charming but breathing-sensitive — prioritize temperature, harness, weight, and fold hygiene.

  • Avoid overheating
  • Fold hygiene
  • Independence training
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herding

German Shepherd

Intelligent and rule-sensitive — early obedience, socialization, and mental work are essential.

  • Handler focus
  • People socialization
  • Joint protection
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retriever

Golden Retriever

Gentle and eager — focus on socialization, retrieving, and calm handling.

  • Fetch and “drop”
  • Coat brushing
  • Calm around guests
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terrier

Jack Russell Terrier

A volcano of energy and instinct — legal dig/chew outlets, recall, and patience.

  • Instinct outlets
  • Recall
  • Impulse control
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retriever

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
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companion

Maltese

A delicate companion — grooming, manners, and no “carrying instead of training”.

  • Daily brushing
  • Independent leash walking
  • Calm greetings
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mixed

Mixed breed

Every mix is different — observe temperament and combine foundations with tailored stimulation.

  • Temperament observation
  • Foundations + socialization
  • Matched activity level
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companion

Poodle

A highly trainable dog — early grooming desensitization and rich mental stimulation.

  • Clipper preparation
  • Tricks and nosework
  • Socialization
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working

Rottweiler

Strong and loyal — socialization, public manners, and resource exchange before growth.

  • People socialization
  • Door and leash manners
  • Mouthing control
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companion

Shiba Inu

Independent and force-sensitive — build trust, handling, and solid recall.

  • Handling trust
  • Recall
  • Low-pressure socialization
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brachycephalic

Shih Tzu

A companion dog — face hygiene, grooming, and independence training.

  • Fold and eye hygiene
  • Brushing
  • Independence
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working

Siberian Husky

An independent runner — yard security, recall, and lots of exercise plus stimulation.

  • Escape prevention
  • Long-line recall
  • Energy outlets
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herding

Welsh Corgi

A herding dog in a small body — protect the spine, inhibit chase, give mental work.

  • Spine protection
  • Chase inhibition
  • Weight control
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terrier

Yorkshire Terrier

Small but terrier-minded — teach manners like a big dog and build independence.

  • Avoid small-dog syndrome
  • Bark control
  • Fall safety
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Ready to start with your dog?

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