Teaching Basic Foundation Skills for a Well-Behaved Dog- online and convenient training course

Description

This training module focuses on teaching your dog essential foundation skills, helping you develop a well-behaved pet that reliably responds to basic obedience cues, even in public settings.

The module is divided into two key sections:

  1. Training Techniques: Learn proven tips and tricks to establish a solid training foundation that your dog will respond to effectively.

  2. Skill Mastery & Generalization: Train each individual skill, then generalize them across different environments to increase the challenge and reliability of your dog’s behavior, ensuring long-term good habits.

Set your dog up for success with these essential obedience skills!

MATERIALS
General Training Checklist
Weekly Training Checklist

Course Curriculum

Training Course 3

  • 3.1 Tips & tricks for training foundation skill
    12:09
  • 3.2 How to train the foundation skills
    04:45
  • 3.3 Generalising the foundation skills to an outdoor environment
    00:00
  • 3.4 Generalising the foundation skills to new & busier environments
    00:00
  • Questions

FAQ’s

This section features expert‑written articles and guidance from ABT‑Plus founders and trainers, offering insights into topics like behavioural challenges, owner mindset, and when to seek professional help. These contributions come from educators such as Amy Van Dyk and her team of Dog Behavioural Trainers.

Tips are published periodically rather than on a fixed schedule recent posts include:

  • “My Dog is Challenging Me! Do I Have a Bad Dog?” (Dec 17, 2024)

  • “Why Every Pet Owner Should Invest in Training” (Mar 12, 2019)

  • “Seeking Professional Guidance for Dog Behaviour Problems” (Mar 12, 2019)

Yes, they’re written to support both new and experienced dog owners. They discuss foundational mindset aspects, encourage reflection, and help contextualise when to take the next step in training.
Absolutely. Tip titles like “My Dog is Challenging Me! Do I Have a Bad Dog?” suggest they provide emotional reassurance and practical perspective when dealing with difficult behaviors.
For in depth training, explore ABT‑Plus’s structured video modules covering puppy training, behaviour correction, obedience, leash work, grooming, and more. These are accessible through the site’s main course sections.

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