Are you not sure how to start training your dog? Want to squash bad behavior? This article should be where you begin! Keep reading for great tips to help train a dog to be a loyal companion.
If you are going to be training a pet, you should think about a word or noise that will tell your pet they did a good thing. One good word can act as an appreciated segue from the good behavior to the ultimate reward.
Shock Collars
Don’t bother with shock collars. They often do not function properly and their cost is rarely justified. In addition, shock collars and related devices can actually irritate your dog and eradicate current good behaviors. These methods of training generally fail.
Pick a phrase you will say to your new puppy the whole time you are working on house training him. Every time you take him outside, tell him “go potty,” (use whatever phrase you have chosen) and this will help him learn to focus and remember what he has gone outside to do.
One of the first commands you need to teach your dog is how to step away from things you do not want him to touch. “Leave it” can prevent furniture chewing, save valuable objects from being destroyed and save your dog from consuming dangerous and/or poisonous substances.
Primary reinforcement is an important part of any training program. You need to give your dog a treat if they are good. Use things such as treats or petting your dog to reinforce good behavior. Using this technique will train your dog what you expect from him.
Do you think there is any need to wait once you see how easy the training is? Use the tips immediately to start training your dog to be obedient. Dogs enjoy knowing what you expect from them. They also enjoy following commands. They just need someone to firmly show them how. Give this a try right away!