Different pups from different breeds and litters will need slightly different training methods, but over & over the most experienced (and most successful) dog owners tell us that the best technique is to take the pup with you, every day, in as many daily routine situations as are safe. Do yourself what you want the pup to help you with and, as J. R. McDuffie once said,
“A good dog will try to help you!”
The Rules -Pack Order and Dominance
The Rules -Territory and Keeping Order
The Rules -Introducing New Livestock
Training a Farmcollie Stockdog
Stockmanship and Dogs–Bud Williams