Are you overwhelmed by dog training? If this is the case, the dog might require additional training. Investing extra training time into your dog will make him more obedient. This article provides some tips to help you start training your dog.
If you have gotten a dog or puppy and you have crate trained them you should always try not to keep them in there for more than four or five hours at a time unless it's overnight or it's just a once-in-awhile thing. If you have to have them in the crate for longer periods of time, a dog probably wasn't the best option for you.
When teaching your dog discipline, regardless of what training method you use, you should always apply it with speed and consistency. Not correcting your dog for bad behavior every single time, sends him mixed signals that may only make the problem worse. Likewise, not correcting your dog immediately, may make it hard for him to understand why you are punishing him.
Watch your demeanor when you are training your dog. You need to remain calm, but assertive at all times. Do not show anger or raise your voice. If you do this, your dog will require you to shout commands in order to follow them, if this is how he is trained.
Learning how to show authority is the foundation of all dog training. Your dog will not respect or obey you, unless you let him know that you are the boss. On walks with your dog, you should lead him and not the other way around.
You should always call your dog in the same way. Start commands by using his name. Use your dog's name to get his or her attention. Once you do this, tell your dog your command. Dogs know their name and will be attentive when you speak it.
Correcting your dog with a short, sharp and clear message will really get the point across. Too often people explain wrong doings to their dog in complete and complex sentences, leaving the animal completely perplexed. Be brief, firm and repeat the same phrase for the same bad behavior every time.
When getting a new dog it is important to create a bond between the owner and the dog. One of the best ways to build this bond is by taking the dog on long walks at least two or three times a week. This activity creates a link between owner and pet and will also provide valuable training time.
If you have a dog that is not learning, despite training, sometimes bringing in another dog that is already trained, can work wonders. The trained dog can lead by example and will receive all the praise from the people around. Meanwhile, the untrained dog will be watching what the trained dog is doing and learn from this.
If you invest the time in proper dog training, you will enjoy your pet's company. If your pet is particularly problematic, you may be tempted to give up. Fight these feelings away and focus on your goals to train and discipline your pet. If you use these tips, your dog training will be a success.
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