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What commands should my 6-month-old puppy know & how much to feed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

What commands should a six month old puppy know? Just want to make sure on track. Knows down, sit, stay, come, swing (a heeling thing that go around your back to heel) finish (go to heel), stand. Knows leave it but idk how to teach like stop going after something (throwing a ball or sm?) and I need help teaching let go. She knows fetch as well. How much cups should she have? She doesn’t eat what is on the package she just isn’t a pig. She is eating Natures Recipe. She seems fine in body conditio

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Answered By Dr. Davis

Veterinarian

Published on March 9th, 2018

Wow, she knows a lot, much more than most dogs her age. I don’t worry about the amount on the bag. If she eats enough to stay in good condition they I wouldn’t change anything. To teach Let Go I have her fetch something and have a tasty treat in your hand to give her. Then she’ll let go of the object to get the treat. Soon she’ll learn what you want and you won’t need the treat. She’s obviously smart so I recommend taking her to obedience classes and even dog Tricks class. Check for a dog club in your area to see what other fun things you can do together. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for your dog.

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