Although you will be teaching your puppy the Stand, Sit and Down as separate exercises when you first start training, you will find that they easily combine into a three-in-one routine as the puppy gets the hang of things. Therefore, although each exercise will be described in detail separately, once learned you can vary them in any combination. Variety prevents boredom and keeps the puppy’s attention. Initially, if the puppy holds each position steadily for three to five seconds, you’re doing well.
A suggested training schedule is five to ten minutes twice a day. Your goal at the end of KPT is, minimally, to have your puppy hold the three positions steadily for fifteen to thirty seconds. In addition your dog should be able to walk on-lead and do the KPT recall.

To begin teaching the Stand exercise, set the dog up in front of you, with the head toward your right elbow and the tail to your left. The first time you set the puppy up, expect to find yourself dealing with a bundle of playful energy. Work calmly to gain the pup’s attention. Keep a happy expression on your face and your voice light. If you suddenly start glaring, growling, and pulling the puppy around, your dog will think he’s done something wrong.