There was a time not long ago where dog trainers thought it better to give only verbal reward during obedience sessions but this is no longer the case. (professorshouse.com)
That doesn't necessarily mean doing formal obedience sessions, but it does mean teaching your puppy the proper way to act and what is expected. (srdogtraining.com)
Putting your dog through regular five - minute obedience sessions prior to having to face stressful situations is always helpful. (2ndchance.info)