Your dog is important to you, but so are your possessions. Dogs don’t understand the value of furniture outside of a tasty chew toy. The article below has tips and tips that can help you curb your dog’s behavior.
Specific feeding habits should be established with your dog. Develop a feeding schedule, and be consistent with the routines so you can teach your dog what to expect and how to behave. Your dog will learn to eat in a few minutes instead of going back to the food bowl all day long.
It is best to train your dog in a crate that is the right size. Don’t forget, your puppy will grow. Be sure to select a crate that allows your dog to have ample room as it grows. There should be ample room for the dog to lie down and turn comfortably.
Don’t reinforce your dog’s negative behavior by accident. This means you must not reward your dog with attention or treats for doing something you don’t want it to do. For example, do not pet your dog gently when they leap on you if you want them to stop the behavior.
It is a simple task to teach a dog how to roll over, just be sure to keep some dog treats handy! The dog has to lay down first. The next step is to hold a treat close to the floor by the dog’s head then continue to move the treat over his head until you reach the other side. His nose will track that treat and his body will roll over. When he rolls over, you should say “roll over,” and repeat the process until the command is all he needs to do so. Never become frustrated if it does not happen right away. Once he does learn how, he will be a celebrity among other dogs.
Finally, your dog needs to learn to stop chewing on your stuff. Doing so can prevent injury to your dog and others, as well as save a lot of frustration and money. Using the tips you’ve just read will help you train your dog effectively.