Dogs have a similar mindset regardless of size. If you get this mindset, it shouldn’t be tough for you to train a dog. If one doesn’t fully understand this mindset, then here is some insight for them.
When corrected your dog verbally, make sure to use sharp, concise wording. Don’t drag on and rant how your dog is bad. Simply say no and direct them to what you want them to do instead. When speaking to your dog, use a voice that commands respect.
To strengthen your training efforts, you can use a designated verbal command to help your animal know what your expectations are and when they have been fulfilled. Words like “yes” could be an effective way of communicating to your dog that he has done something you are pleased about.
To keep your dog compliant with his training, be sure to continue the process well after he has performed the way that you have hoped. Many owners believe that once training is over, the dog will be set for life. Don’t allow your dog to get out of the habit of good behavior. For this reason, you need to reinforce what your dog has learned in training or better still, teach him a new trick every now and then.
Pick a consistent phrase to use with your puppy while house training. Whenever the dog is taken out, use the term you have chosen to refer to the process of relieving him or herself, and the pet will make a mental link between going outside and doing just that.
Therefore, understanding how a dog’s mind works is the most important step for training it. Training programs that make use of such insight, along with thorough preparation, tend to be highly successful. Now that more knowledge has been gained about canine training, it should go smoothly.