A dog or cute little puppy can steal the heart of many a person. If you have one already or are thinking about getting one, congratulations! A well trained pet is key to a successful relationship. Your pet will know what is expected, and you will have confidence in them - whether you are at home or not. Read the article below to get some helpful tips to contribute to a wonderful owner/pet relationship:
If you are going to dress your dog up for Halloween, don't be too elaborate. After all, your dog won't have any idea why you are doing such a silly thing, and he may be quite distressed or embarrassed by it. Just do something simple like a bandanna or something that will fit easily on his collar. In this way you will not run the risk of having your dog bolt or hide or engage in some other unexpected, potentially dangerous behavior.
Put yourself in your dog's proverbial shoes - or paws, rather. It is easy to get frustrated with your dog if they are not learning very basic things quickly or at all. Instead of giving up entirely, you might consider trying to put yourself in your dog's mindset. Imagining the world as they see it might give you a new perspective on training them.
To make housebreaking a new puppy easier, keep the puppy on leash inside the house. By keeping the puppy leashed to you, he can't sneak off to another room and have a potty accident while out of sight. By minimizing the number of accidents he can have in the house, you will help him learn that the correct place to potty is outside.
When teaching a puppy basic commands, start with 'sit'. This is the easiest one for a dog to master. Hold his favorite snack just above his nose, and firmly say 'sit'. Most dogs will instinctively sit down at this point. Offer him the treat and don't forget to praise him profusely. If he doesn't sit, gently push his rear end towards the floor. After he has been sitting for a few seconds, give him the treat, and like before, remember to praise him.
Do not train your dog through fear of physical punishment. Teaching your dog to respect your commands and dominance will create a healthy and stable pet. Dogs learn to respect the pack leader in the wild by being dominated, not attacked. Physical punishment can lead to an irrational and often violent pet.
Positive reinforcement should be used liberally when training your dog. Food rewards may be used, but they are not the only option. A simple "good dog" or a pat on the head can be just as effective. By making training a pleasant experience, you will find that your dog works harder to please you.
Hopefully, you have read a tip or two that will help you with your owner/pet relationship. Apply the information that fits your circumstances. No doubt, your heart is or will be tied up in a cute little puppy or faithful dog. Training is a key to success! Make sure your pet is well trained. Congratulations on your furry friend!
Put yourself in your dog's proverbial shoes - or paws, rather. It is easy to get frustrated with your dog if they are not learning very basic things quickly or at all. Instead of giving up entirely, you might consider trying to put yourself in your dog's mindset. Imagining the world as they see it might give you a new perspective on training them.
To make housebreaking a new puppy easier, keep the puppy on leash inside the house. By keeping the puppy leashed to you, he can't sneak off to another room and have a potty accident while out of sight. By minimizing the number of accidents he can have in the house, you will help him learn that the correct place to potty is outside.
When teaching a puppy basic commands, start with 'sit'. This is the easiest one for a dog to master. Hold his favorite snack just above his nose, and firmly say 'sit'. Most dogs will instinctively sit down at this point. Offer him the treat and don't forget to praise him profusely. If he doesn't sit, gently push his rear end towards the floor. After he has been sitting for a few seconds, give him the treat, and like before, remember to praise him.
Do not train your dog through fear of physical punishment. Teaching your dog to respect your commands and dominance will create a healthy and stable pet. Dogs learn to respect the pack leader in the wild by being dominated, not attacked. Physical punishment can lead to an irrational and often violent pet.
Positive reinforcement should be used liberally when training your dog. Food rewards may be used, but they are not the only option. A simple "good dog" or a pat on the head can be just as effective. By making training a pleasant experience, you will find that your dog works harder to please you.
Hopefully, you have read a tip or two that will help you with your owner/pet relationship. Apply the information that fits your circumstances. No doubt, your heart is or will be tied up in a cute little puppy or faithful dog. Training is a key to success! Make sure your pet is well trained. Congratulations on your furry friend!
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