Everything I know, I learned from dogs. - Nora Roberts
The path to a Symbiont dog...
Come
Watch Me
Come
Recall is the most important command on any Symbiont dog, allowing them off-leash freedom and establishing your leadership.
Sit
Watch Me
Come
Easy for any dog to learn, "sit" requires your dog to collect himself and is the most basic obedience behavior.
Watch Me
Watch Me
Watch Me
"Watch me" asks your dog to shift attention to meet your gaze, a critical lesson in focus.
Lie Down
Leave It
Watch Me
"Lie down" is often a fun command for a dog to learn, and continues to build his self-control.
Wait
Leave It
Leave It
"Wait" asks your dog to pause his activity - running, going through the door, taking a treat - until you release him.
Leave It
Leave It
Leave It
"Leave it" asks your dog to avoid something at your indication. It is a milestone in self-control.
Stay
Loose Leash Walking
Loose Leash Walking
Your dog remains in one position at your indication, until you release him.
Loose Leash Walking
Loose Leash Walking
Loose Leash Walking
Loose leash walking requires your dog to be aware of your movement and practice self-control as he walks by your side. Taught from puppyhood.
Manners
Loose Leash Walking
Manners
Avoiding the table at meal time, giving proper greetings to guests, not rushing thresholds - doggie manners! These are what make a Symbiont dog great, and they are learned throughout training.