In pup play, training isn't just about obedience — it’s about connection, trust, and joyful discipline. Whether you're a strict handler, a soft caretaker, or something in between, working training into your dynamic can create structure, fun, and emotional depth in your pup's experience.
Training offers pups the chance to earn praise, learn commands, and explore submission or playfulness — while giving handlers a chance to guide, correct, and reinforce their role.
Here’s a practical guide full of reward and punishment ideas to help you build a unique training style for your pup.
Why Train Your Pup?
Training reinforces the roles and headspaces in pet play. For pups, training can be exciting, affirming, or challenging — it helps them focus, drop into pup mode, and feel a sense of progression. For handlers, training creates routine and structure, while offering a playful (or disciplinary) form of dominance.
Training can be:
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Cute and lighthearted
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Structured and protocol-heavy
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Kinky and erotic
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Emotional and affirming
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All of the above
Basic Training Activities for Pups
Here are a few foundational commands and tricks you can teach your pup:
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Sit / Stay / Down: Great for control and presence
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Heel: Walking beside their handler on command
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Speak / Bark / Growl: Expressive voice control
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Roll over / Play dead: Fun, theatrical commands
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Beg / Paw / Shake: High protocol or attention-seeking
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Fetch: A classic! Use toys, chew bones, or personal items
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"Kennel" or "Cage": A submissive or calming command
These can be taught through repetition, praise, treats, or playful scenes.
Reward Ideas for Good Pups
Positive reinforcement makes training enjoyable, rewarding, and deeply satisfying for both pup and handler. Rewards can be physical, verbal, or emotional — pick what fits your pup’s kink and personality.
Physical Rewards:
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Actual treats (gummy bones, chocolate, snacks in a dog bowl)
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Head scritches, ear rubs, or belly rubs
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A favourite toy or stuffie
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Pup gear (new tail plug, hood, collar charm)
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Permission to cuddle, hump a toy, or play freely
Verbal Rewards:
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Praise: “Good pup,” “Clever boy,” “Such a sweet girl”
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Pet names and titles: “My best boy,” “Alpha pup,” “Princess”
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Excited encouragement: “Yes! Just like that!” “Such a good job!”
Emotional / Ritual Rewards:
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Earning their collar (or a collar upgrade)
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Extra time at the handler’s feet or in bed
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Posting praise online (if your dynamic includes exhibitionism)
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Earned privileges (going off-leash, using certain toys, etc.)
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Stickers or charts (great for brats or playful dynamics)
Punishment & Correction Ideas
Punishment doesn’t have to be cruel — it should be clear, consensual, and meaningful. Discipline should never feel like abuse — it’s about reinforcing the power exchange and helping your pup learn or focus.
Here are some punishment ideas, from light-hearted to more intense:
Mild / Playful Corrections:
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Time out in their crate or cage
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Withholding a treat or toy
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Light scolding or disapproving tone
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Making them repeat a trick until perfect
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Embarrassing commands in public (if agreed upon)
Medium-Level Discipline:
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Leash tugs or posture correction
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Writing lines (“I will not chew my handler’s shoes”)
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Wearing a punishment collar or gear
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Denial of favourite privileges (no toy, no cuddles)
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Controlled frustration (being ignored for a set time)
More Intense Punishments (With Care!):
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Spankings or impact play (tail-safe areas!)
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Edge play or orgasm denial (for sexual pups)
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Wearing a muzzle or plug for a period of time
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Forced poses (kneeling, presenting)
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Formal apology rituals or submissive tasks
Always check in before and after any punishment. Pups may feel more emotionally raw than they let on, and aftercare is crucial.
Building a Training Schedule
Some handlers like to establish a structured routine, especially in 24/7 dynamics or longer-term scenes. Here’s a sample weekly idea:
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Monday: Learn or review a new trick
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Wednesday: Freeplay and bonding (walks, toys)
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Friday: Obedience drill and treat reward
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Sunday: Grooming ritual and check-in
You can keep a chart, training log, or sticker system to track progress — and make the experience feel real and rewarding.
Final Thoughts
Pup training is about more than tricks — it’s about trust, communication, and connection. Whether you're guiding your pup with firm commands or playful treats, you're helping them feel grounded, seen, and celebrated in their headspace.
Being a good handler isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being present.
So grab the leash, toss a bone, and praise your pup like they’re the best dog in the world — because if they’re yours, they probably are.