Dog owners buy their pet expecting things to turn out well. Yet, all too often things don’t go as expected and the dog is given to an animal shelter. This doesn’t need to be the cause, though. Proper training will produce a good well-behaved family dog. Training your dog can be simple to do, if you use the following steps.
Give your puppy some toys to chew on so they do not hurt while teething, keep other things they might want to chew on out of their reach! Replace the tasty item you do not want chewed with a designated chew toy. A frozen washcloth can provide teething relief for your pup.
Disciplined leash walking is very important in canine training. Learning to walk properly on his leash will keep you both safe when you are outdoors.
“Leave It!” should be one of the first commands that a puppy learns. This command instructs them to release an object and walk away. This is a good way to keep your dog from chewing things and make sure they do not chew dangerous objects.
Your dog needs an hour or more of exercise every day along with any training or bathroom breaks. Making sure that your dog gets enough exercise makes your training sessions a lot more effective and it will also encourage your dog to have good behavior. An exercised dog leads to having a responsive and happy dog.
Positive reinforcement is the best way to train a dog. If you are happy with your dog, give him pets, happy words and the occasional treat. Don’t ever hit your dog or yell at them! This is not a particularly effective form of training. You should talk to them in a stern voice but always be nice to them if they do a good thing.
As you see from reading this, having a dog that is in a good mood is all together possible. Love, attention and training are the key components for a well-rounded dog. By following these steps you can make your dog a part of the family.