Building a Well-Behaved, Happy Sausage Puppy
Sausage dogs are exceptionally intelligent, eager to please, and quick to learn â making them one of the most trainable breeds. They thrive on positive reinforcement and mental stimulation, but can get bored with too much repetition. Our resources are designed specifically for the breed to help you and your puppy build a lifelong bond based on trust and clear communication.
Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS)
We perform ENS exercises with every puppy born at Sausage Puppy Central from day 3 through day 16 of life. These brief, gentle exercises give puppies a neurological head start that lasts a lifetime.
Tactile Stimulation
A cotton swab is gently held between the puppy's toes for 3â5 seconds, stimulating the neurological system through touch.
Head Held Up
The puppy is held securely with its head directly above its tail in an upright position for 3â5 seconds.
Head Pointed Down
The puppy is held securely with its head pointed downward toward the ground for 3â5 seconds.
Supine Position
The puppy is held on its back (belly up) in the palm of both hands for 3â5 seconds.
Thermal Stimulation
The puppy is placed paws-down on a cool, damp cloth for 3â5 seconds, introducing a mild thermal challenge.
âĻ Proven Benefits of ENS
The Rule of 7
By 7 weeks of age, every puppy at Sausage Puppy Central should have experienced each of the following at least 7 times. This framework builds confidence and adaptability from the very start.
Different Surfaces
Grass, tile, carpet, wood, gravel, concrete, and fabric â building comfort on every kind of ground.
Different Objects
Balls, soft toys, crinkle toys, paper, cardboard, metal bowls, and plastic bottles.
Different Locations
Kitchen, living room, backyard, garage, bathroom, porch, and laundry room.
Different People
Men, women, children, and people with hats, glasses, beards, and different voices.
Different Challenges
Climbing over obstacles, tunnels, different elevations, gentle sounds, and new textures.
Different Containers
Metal bowls, ceramic dishes, plastic plates, muffin tins, flat surfaces, and puzzle feeders.
Different Eating Locations
Kitchen, living room, crate, outdoors, bathroom, and varied rooms and surfaces.
Explore Our Training Resources
Breed-specific guides designed to help you and your sausage dog build great habits from day one.
Potty Training
House training your sausage puppy step by step, with a consistent routine that works.
Read guide âQuick Training Tips
Simple, effective techniques you can practice in just seconds throughout the day.
Read guide âEssential Lessons
Three foundational lessons every sausage dog needs to become a well-mannered companion.
Read guide âNail Trimming
Keeping your sausage dog's nails healthy and short â calmly and stress-free.
Read guide âSit & Stay
Teaching your sausage dog patience and focus with the two most important commands.
Read guide âGolden Rules of Sausage Dog Training
Keep these in mind and training will go smoothly with your clever, spirited pup.
Keep It Short
Five-minute sessions beat long ones. They get bored with too much repetition.
Reward Big
Use high-value treats and lots of praise. Positive reinforcement works best.
Stay Consistent
Same words, same rules, every time. Consistency beats their stubborn streak.
End on a Win
Always finish with something they know, so every session ends happy.
Find Your Perfect Sausage Puppy Today
With a health-first approach and a whole lot of love, we raise happy, well-socialized sausage puppies ready to join your family. Let's find your perfect furry companion.