Here are the key elements typically included in basic obedience training:

1. Sit: Teach your dog to sit on command. This command is useful for various situations, such as greeting visitors or waiting calmly before crossing the street.
2. Stay: Train your dog to stay in one place until released. This command is crucial for safety, allowing you to control your dog’s movements and prevent them from running into dangerous situations.
3. Come (Recall): Teach your dog to come to you when called. This command is essential for ensuring your dog’s safety and maintaining control in off-leash situations.
4. Down : Train your dog to lie down on command. This command is useful for calming excitable behavior, settling your dog in different environments, or simply providing a comfortable resting position.
5. Leave It: Teach your dog to ignore or leave items alone when instructed. This command helps prevent your dog from picking up harmful objects, chasing wildlife, or bothering other animals.
6. Heel: Train your dog to walk politely on a leash without pulling. Teaching your dog to heel ensures enjoyable and controlled walks for both you and your pet.
7. Drop It: Teach your dog to release items from their mouth on command. This command is helpful for preventing resource guarding behavior and safely retrieving objects from your dog’s mouth.
8. No Jumping: Discourage jumping up on people by teaching your dog an alternative behavior, such as sitting politely for attention.
9. Recall with Distractions: Practice the recall command in various environments and with increasing levels of distraction to reinforce reliable responsiveness from your dog.