Good girl marks the right action, followed by a tiny treat. Free means she may move.

Practise a few skills daily for 1–3 minutes, with 3–5 easy repetitions. Increase time, distance or distractions separately.

Aim for 4 out of 5 comfortable successes before progressing. Alone-time attempts should all remain comfortable.

From Zuri’s training plan. Public walks begin only on your vet’s clearance date after the 2 December visit.