Raising a dog can bring you a lot of joy and love into your life. Adding a puppy to your household involves a great deal of adjustment. There is tons of training that must be done. Follow the tips presented here in a consistent manner to train your dog quickly and well.
Make sure that your dog stays in a relaxed area. During playtime allow your dog to be feisty, but teach him to remain calm when someone enters a room. Try to ignore your dog when your first enter the room because this will help to keep them calm and reinforce that you are in control.
As you are working to house train your pet, select a single term or phrase that you will use. Whenever you bring him outside, repeat your chosen phrase in a firm but gentle tone to encourage him to undertake the action and associate the act with the place.
Understand that getting your dog to respond during the times that you tell him or her ‘no’ is not helpful. Stick to positive training methods, as they can help the most. Simply saying “no” is not enough to help dogs understand how they should behave. No two animals and trainers are alike, so choose an approach that meets both your needs.
The first thing you should do when training a puppy is teach him to understand his name. Use his name frequently, and train him to come to you when called. This should be the first thing you teach your puppy. It’s important that the time spent with your puppy is quality time. Spend your time playing with your puppy. This way he will get to know you quicker and will begin to trust you faster. Over time, the puppy will be able to learn more advanced training.
Use these tips now that you know them. Be patient with your animal and make sure, above all, that you show your dog when he is doing the right thing. You may not master the tips right away, but you surely will in time.