Training your puppy  Training is an important part of your
puppy's development, and also plays a major part in
strengthening the bond between them and you. It's always helpful
to know how young puppies respond to training - most will pick
it up quite quickly, but you should bear in mind that they won't
know why they're being scolded or rewarded unless you do it
immediately after they carry out certain behaviours. Puppies
learn most of their habits at around 12 to 18 weeks old, so make
sure you're training and reinforcing the right messages then.
Take a look at our comprehensive guide to dog training and
behaviour to get started.