I just got a lab puppy (6wks old) . I already have a few "need to know" basics on how to train such as 1. NO tug of war 2. Keep leashed and close. 3. Don't over do treats as rewards. 4. Start retrieve training by tossing about 2-5 feet. But if there is a few pointers some one may have out there I am willing to to give it a shot.