Just as Dixieland says, puppies have short attention span so do not expect it to keep looking at you like those dogs in obedience competition. There is not only one right way to train your puppy so do not worry. You may want to sqat down & say your p...

Don't let Rascal stay in the living room without supervision. That way you can stop him jumping up when you see him just trying to do it. (Say "NO" or "OFF" in a firm voce & put him on all fours. Then you praise him for being on the floor.) As others...