PWDs are very intelligent and active dogs. These are dogs that need stimulation and that doesn't just mean physical stimulation but also mental stimulation. As members of the working group PWDs want to work for you and please you. But you don't need to be a professional dog trainer competing at various events (obedience, agility, water, rally, etc.) to expel this working dog energy. There are lots of things you can do in your own home or on your daily walk. Here are some videos and resources for quick training tips. You can also check out some puzzles to keep your PWD's mind sharp and active.
Teaching Your Puppy His/Her Name
Sit, Down, Stay Intro
Training Come - one of my pet peeves is a dog that will not come when called. It is critical for the safety of your dog that they listen when called whether they are in your backyard, out on a hiking trail, at a park, etc.
Here is another video of a PWD puppy working on training!
Finally, If you are looking for additional reading materials I recommend New Skete Monks (https://newskete.org/)
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