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Puppy, week by week
From home day to week 16. Keep each session under 10 minutes and end on a win. The tips follow American Kennel Club guides. The week order is our own plan.
Week 8
Home day. Say their name in a happy voice. Treat the second they look.
Week 10
“Sit” can start on home day. By now, ask for one before meals and before games.
Week 12
Crate naps and potty trips on repeat. House training can take months, so keep it steady.
Week 14
Harness and leash, indoors first. Treat when they stay close.
Week 16
The big socialization window ends around now. Keep meeting calm people, new sounds, short car rides.
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