Dog training plan
built around your dog's age & your experience
Pick your dog's age and your experience level — get this week's training checklist, exact session length, and what's coming next, instead of a one-size-fits-all list.
First-time owner
3–6 months (Junior)
this week's training focus
This week's checklist
Tap an item to check it off as you practice it.
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How this works: this isn't a generic "how to train your puppy" list — it combines your dog's age bracket with your own experience level to set session length, session frequency, and which skills to prioritize this week. No email, no signup, no paywall on your plan.
Why this isn't just another training checklist PDF
Most "puppy training schedule" articles give you one static list for every dog, regardless of whether you're a first-time owner or on your fifth dog. That mismatch is exactly why so many plans get abandoned by week two — sessions are either too long and frustrating, or too easy and boring.
Our method: your dog's age bracket sets what to train — from potty training and name recognition at 8–12 weeks to distraction-proofing and off-leash reliability at 1–2 years. Your experience level sets how to train it — session length (5–15 minutes), frequency (1–4x per day), and how many new skills to layer in per week. The result is a checklist sized to what you can realistically stick to, plus a preview of what's coming next so you're never caught off guard by the next stage.
| What you get | Generic training checklists | This plan builder |
|---|---|---|
| Personalized to your dog's age | Rarely — one list for all ages | Yes — 5 age brackets |
| Adjusts to your experience level | No | Yes — sets session length & pace |
| Tells you session length & frequency | No | Yes — minutes + times per day |
| Shows what's coming next | No | Yes — next-stage preview |
| Requires signup or paywall | Sometimes | Never |
Training timelines are general guidance — every dog learns at a different pace. For behavioral concerns, consult a certified trainer or your veterinarian.