Hi Mo,
It is often a huge ask to train so many young dogs at the same time, so good on you for being willing to take on the challenge. Although they may all want to come out with you at once, it is important that they receive one-on-one training as you will have their complete attention and they will be focused on the task at hand. The training sessions should only be short, so the other dogs shouldn’t feel like they are missing out on much. When you take them out together, it is also a good idea to continue to reinforce the training by giving them commands, so that they will eventually be completely obedient, regardless of how distracting the environment is.
It is important that they realize that you are the alpha dog, as it is to the leader of the pack that they will look to for instruction and commands. You can do this by including a few things into your daily routine, such as insisting that you walk ahead of them doorways and when walking on the leash, and feeding them after you have finished your own meal. You must ignore them if they come up to you for attention, as they have to learn that attention from you is earned and not just given out whenever they want it. Before you pat them or play with them, give them a command, such as 'sit-stay' so that they will see that your attention is a reward for good behavior. This will also act as an incentive for the future. If you are playing a game with them, make sure it is you that chooses the toy and when you decide that you have had enough, take the toy away with you so that they realize that it is you that controls playtime. When you first come home, you should greet the rest of the household first before saying hello to them, which will help them realize his place in the hierarchy. All these things can be incorporated relatively easily into your normal daily routine, although it will require some patience and perseverance from you. You should also set aside a 'time-out zone’ that is quiet and free of distractions, where you can take them if they misbehave. It is important to remember when using ‘time-out zones’ that you completely ignore them when taking them there and make them obey a command before releasing them from there.
I hope this helps and all the best with the training!
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