Getting a new puppy in Calgary means starting a training journey that leads to off-leash park confidence. The right training kit gives you all the tools you need to build foundation skills, reliable recall, and good park manners.
Puppy Training Timeline
**8-12 weeks:** Name recognition, basic sit, start clicker conditioning
**12-16 weeks:** Come when called (indoors), leash introduction, socialization
**4-6 months:** Recall at distance, leash walking, first fenced park visits
**6-12 months:** Long-line training at parks, advanced recall, impulse control
**12+ months:** Off-leash reliability, unfenced park graduation
What's in a Good Training Kit
Recall Training for Park Access
Recall is the single most important skill for Calgary's off-leash parks. Start at home, progress to the backyard, then to fenced parks on a long line.
Top Recommendations
1. **PetSafe Clik-R Trainer** — comfortable clicker
2. **Mighty Paw Treat Pouch** — magnetic closure
3. **Hi Kiss Long Training Lead (30ft)** — lightweight, durable
4. **KONG Classic** — stuffable for crate training