Training isn’t a one-size-fits-all process. Just like school, dogs progress through levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Knowing where your dog is and what they need helps you train more effectively and avoid unnecessary frustration.
Level 1: Puppy School & Foundations
This is where every dog should start. It’s about setting expectations, socialisation, and basic obedience:
- Name recognition
- Crate training and housebreaking
- Sit, down, stay, and recall basics
- Lead introduction
- Marker words and timing
How to Know You’re Ready for Next Level?
When your dog consistently responds in low-distraction environments and understands basic commands.
Level 2: Intermediate Training
This stage adds:
- Duration: Holding commands for longer
- Distance: Following cues from a few steps away
- Distraction: Obeying commands in busier environments
- Trick training: Fun, engaging tasks that build communication
If Your Dog Struggles Here…
Go back to basics! Practice in quieter environments or simplify the command. Mastery at Level 1 is required for success here.
Level 3: Advanced Obedience & Real-Life Skills
This is where training becomes truly impressive:
- Refined commands with better precision and control
- High-level distractions
- Long stays with distance
- Complex sequences
- Competition-style training
Meet Leedor Borlant: Your Guide to Mastery
With over 15 years of experience in advanced dog training, Leedor Borlant, our head trainer, has helped thousands of owners transform their dogs into confident, reliable companions. His approach focuses on refining communication, building trust, and perfecting real-life obedience.
Whether you’re competing in obedience or just want a dog who listens in all situations, advanced training is the peak of the journey.
No matter what stage you’re at, the key is knowing how to move forward or when to take a step back. Training is an everyday activity that keeps your dog motivated, mentaly stimulated and build your bond. This is a journey, not a race.
Start your 3-day free trial on our dog training app today and follow expert-led lessons designed to guide you from your first “sit” to off-lead freedom.
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