Seven days.
Seven small steps.

In a quiet room, notice a voluntary turn toward you. Mark it with “yes,” reward, and let your dog look away. Repeat a few times.

Notebook question: Did my dog reconnect comfortably?

Practise one familiar cue in an easy setting. Say it once and reward the response. If it fails, simplify rather than repeating louder.

Notebook question: What made the response easier?

With a calm adult helper at a distance, reward four paws down before the helper approaches. Stop if your dog is worried or overexcited.

Notebook question: How far away did the helper need to start?

Place a few food pieces in clear view on a clean floor. Supervise an easy search and stop before frustration. Separate dogs if needed.

Notebook question: Was the game easy and enjoyable?

Provide a comfortable mat in a quiet place. Gently reward a naturally quiet or relaxed moment without demanding a long stay.

Notebook question: Could my dog rest without more demands?

Repeat an easy attention exercise somewhere slightly different. Add one challenge only and move back if it is too difficult.

Notebook question: Which distraction was manageable?

Review the week. Choose two comfortable exercises to repeat next week, with activity and rest around them. There is no pass or fail.

Notebook question: What should I repeat, simplify or ask for help with?