Dog Training Commands Every Dog Should Know

Master these basics for a stronger bond with your dog.

At some point we’ve all wished for a dog that could grab us a cold drink from the fridge or give us a high five, but in reality, that’s never going to happen for most of us. The good news is, dog trainers say your dog only needs to learn basic commands. Besides the classics like “sit” and “fetch,” dog trainers say teaching them “stop,” “here,” and “leave it” are the biggest lifesavers to keeping them safe and out of trouble. The key is to build a strong bond between you and your pet so that they follow directions in case of an emergency situation.