Understanding the Levels of Dog Training

When people think of dog training, they often imagine a dog sitting on command or walking nicely on a leash. But training goes far beyond that. Depending on your dog’s temperament, lifestyle, or job, there are different training levels: basic obedience, advanced training, and working/protection work.In this post, we break down each type of training. Basic obedience covers everyday essentials like sit, stay, recall, and leash control. Advanced obedience includes off-leash reliability, distraction training, and impulse control. Protection training, on the other hand, is highly specialized — used for security, police work, or guarding.We help you understand whether your dog needs everyday manners or more focused training like scent detection or controlled aggression. Knowing the difference ensures your dog is trained the right way for their role in your life.