There are lots of tips that can help prepare a dog to go to a show. This article will make sure you’re training your future show dog correctly.
Specific feeding habits should be established for your dog. Feed your dog at the same time everyday and giving your dog fifteen minutes to eat will help your dog remember when it is time to eat. By doing this, your dog will eventually learn to finish their food in one sitting, making feeding a little easier on you.
When your dog behaves well in a training session, reward him in a calm manner. If your dog follows a training command properly, then it is acceptable to reward the behavior to a calm animal. Although you are certainly excited about your dog’s accomplishment, showcasing lots of excitement on your end can cause your dog to become too excited, which causes you to lose control. Stay calm, require calm from the dog, and give the reward.
The rule of thumb with puppies and house training is to remember: what is eaten will pass. To keep your puppies toiletry habits regular, feed him a high quality food 2-3 times a day at the same time each day. This ensures your dog won’t have accidents as you’ll know when to expect a trip outside.
Keep treats on hand to reward your pet for doing good. Begin by getting the dog to lay down. Next, you must hold one treat close to the floor off to one side of their head and slowly bring it up and over the dog’s head to the opposite side. He should roll his body over while following the treat. Upon seeing him roll over, issue the command. You can then repeat the command to the point where he rolls over without the added incentive of a treat. Make sure you are patient because this is likely to take several attempts. However, your dog will eventually learn this command.
The ultimate results of dog shows you enter is up to you. Whether your dog is a mutt or an AKC masterpiece, everything you’ve just read will allow you develop his skills and personality more fully. While not all the methods listed here may work for every dog or owner, hopefully, these tricks will help you to teach your dog correctly.