You and your dog will both benefit from training. A well mannered dog shows what both of you know and expect from the other. Once a dog is trained, no one will have to worry about leaving the animal home alone. It might not have been an easy road, but you will soon know that the time you spent on training your dog will have been worth it.
Keep your dog calm when you enter the room. It’s great to play freely with your dog, but when you enter a room, you should not be bombarded. Avoid acknowledging him as you enter. This helps to maintain a controlled atmosphere.
Have verbal cues so that your pet will know exactly when they complete a command correctly. Words like “yes” could be an effective way of communicating to your dog that he has done something you are pleased about.
When training your pet, you must be patient. You will not get frustrated or mad and neither will your pet. It takes time for your dog to learn what is expected from him. Understand that your dog wants your approval and is doing his best to earn it.
Remember to enjoy the time spent with your dog during training. Taking time to play creates a strong bond between the two of you, and your dog will be more likely to respond well to training. Despite the fun the two of you will have during training, it is important to set aside time that is designated to enjoyment only, with no work or training involved.
The important thing to understand about canine training is that it is about setting a precedence of what is expected from the relationship. The two of you will get so much more from each other once you figure this out. Remember to keep reinforcing what your dog has learned. If he deviates from any acceptable behavior, you need to correct this right away, and work every day to make sure that he is remembering what you have taught him. Once you have taught your dog how to behave, you will find there is very little you two can’t accomplish together.