Never allow your dog to walk you, and be sure the dog always behaves when out and about. The key to mastering dog behavior is training, and this article has all the advice you could need.
When you verbally correct your dog, do it quickly and concisely. Avoid going on a rant about the dog’s “badness”. Say no and give them a command to do the right thing. You should also be certain that your voice is loud enough to get their attention, but also conveys seriousness.
Provide your puppy with his own chew toys to alleviate the pain of teething, and try to keep other items out of reach. Put the chew toy in front of it immediately so it learns that this toy is what it should be chewing. A wet frozen washcloth is great for a puppy, who has teething pain, to chew on.
Do not tie up several dogs in close proximity to each other. They could tangle the chains in such a way so that one or both of the dogs are stuck or injured. A larger dog could cause a tangle so bad that the smaller dog could be choked by the leash.
Make sure you’ve got a reward ready whenever your dog does something successfully. It is important that your dog is able to establish a connection between the command and the action that gains a reward. This is how they’ll know what to do and what not to do.
Patience is imperative when you engage in a training session. This ensures that you both do not get frustrated. Don’t forget that dogs aim to please, however they often don’t understand what you want.
When toilet training your dog, try to avoid accidents! Be able to tell when your dog has to go out. They might walk back and forth or whine. If you see any of these signs, get him outdoors! Head outdoors to the assigned potty spot right away. Be sure to give him praise for proper toileting. Over time, he is going to learn to try to get outside to go.
Teach your dog not to bark with a simple command. As the dog begins barking, display a treat and then repeat your order until the barking ceases. Then, allow them to have the treat. Eventually they will stop barking altogether as a result of the positive association.
Praise your dog often so that they look forward to training sessions. Get excited, smile, and give treats to help your dog relate the good behavior to something positive. Negative behavior should never be rewarded because then, your dog will associate this bad thing with a positive reward, which will cause your dog to only continue this bad thing.
Your dog’s grooming needs are a key part of training. While some dogs just need a few baths a year, other breeds have to be clipped and cleaned more frequently. Grooming your dog is generally a pleasant experience for the dog, resulting in a happier, cleaner dog and the extra attention will put you in the position of noticing any health problems your dog may develop.
Keep in mind that dogs have different desires and needs than humans do. If you try to fit your dogs behavior into a place that doesn’t allow him some freedom, you will lose his trust. If your dog trusts you to make decisions that are good for him, he will be much easier to train.
Trying to train your pooch without the proper knowledge can be extremely stressful for both you and your dog. Hopefully this article has given you a deeper understanding of what it will take to properly train your dog. Training a dog is easy if you have the right information. Here is a book that will give you a good beginning. Cesar Millan’s “How to Raise the Perfect Dog: Through Puppyhood and Beyond”.
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