Dog Training Do's And Don'ts Of Getting The Most Out Of Your Training Time

Don't let your new puppy sleep on your bed. While it might be tempting to bring a puppy up onto your bed for the night, it's a big mistake! Once they get used to it, they will refuse to sleep anywhere else. Also, remember that the small puppy that only takes up a small amount of space will grow very quickly. Every dog needs its own personal space, as do you!

If you want to keep your dog off the couch or bed you will need to create a negative reinforcement when he decides to jump on the furniture. Once he jumps on the banned furniture, give a sharp, "No!". Gently, but firmly, lead your dog off of the furniture. If your dog decides to sit at your feet instead of jumping up on the sofa, reward him with lots of praise.

To have an obedient dog, you should establish yourself as a master right away. Do not let your dog bite you or jump on you. You have to punish or reward your dog constantly. Never let your dog get away with anything, or even worst, become hostile towards you.

Go through the door before your dog, eat your own dinner first and always make sure that you win tug-of-war, by taking away the toy when you're done. This all asserts that you are the pack leader and your dog is subordinate. This will help curb other obedience problems and help in other aspects of training because your dog realizes that he MUST do what you say. It's how he's hard-wired.

Before you ever get a dog, be sure that you have everything you need. You should have: sturdy food and water bowls; a good quality of dry dog food; a comfortable bed; a crate/kennel in the right size for the dog you plan to get; and an appropriate leash and collar or harness. By having everything in place, you will avoid a lot of rushing around and uncertainty with a new dog or puppy. This will help everybody settle in better.

It is important to take a leadership role while training your dog. This does not mean that you need to try and force your animal to bend to your will. Acting as a teacher and showing him what you want him to do by rewarding his actions will help your dog succeed.

Appropriately crate training your dog can prevent separation anxiety. Start by allowing the dog to move freely in and out of the kennel. "Bait" the kennel with special treats or toys. When the dog is familiar with the kennel, try closing the crate. Allow the dog longer periods of time in the crate with the door closed. As the dog begins to associate the crate with pleasant experiences, and the assurance that you'll return, he'll be happy and comfortable waiting in his "den," while you are away.

Finding out what motivates your dog is the key to successful training. All dogs have different tastes and preferences, but it is also important to keep in mind that the reward you're giving your dog should be healthy. Even if the treats at the store say your dog will like it, make sure to double check the ingredients. Cheese and strong- smelling meats are very popular, but oftentimes falsely advertised at the store containing a mix artificial tastes and smells.

If you have problems with your dog digging up your yard and garden, create a space just for fido. Essentially make a sandbox filled with dirt. To get your dog to understand that it is his area, bury some toys and dog treats in the dirt for him to dig up. If you occasionally bury new toys and treats, he will stay interested in his area and stay out of your garden.

Be aware of your body language when you are with your dog. Animals are keenly aware of it, and pay more attention to your actions than they do your words. Make sure that you are sending the intended messages of authority and unconditional love to your dog at all times.

With the tips you have learned from this article, you can begin training your pet. With some patience on your part, your pet can learn the basic commands to make both of you much happier and your ownership less stressful. The effort spent in the training, will result in years of happy partnership with you and your dog.

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