Canine training can be frustrating and difficult sometimes, especially when you are just beginning. It might seem fruitless at times, but it is important work.
Consistency is critical for crate training to succeed. As soon as the puppy is out of the crate, let them have an opportunity to go outside and relieve themselves. As you continue this training, your pet will begin to wait until he gets to the appropriate location to relieve himself.
Choose a crate that fits your dog properly and use it to crate train them. Puppies grow up quickly. Choose a crate which will be the right size for the dog when he grows up. Don’t restrict the size so much so that the dog cannot lie or turn easily.
Decide on a single phrase to use when housebreaking your new puppy. Each time you venture out for a bathroom trip, use this phrase to keep your dog focused on the task he came outside to accomplish.
If you approach a dog you do not know, do so slowly. Let the dog sniff the back or top of your extended hand. This allows the dog to get used to your scent and makes him much more likely to trust you. When the dog becomes familiar with your smell, he will not fear you and will respond to your commands easier.
Patience is the greatest virtue in training your dog. This will reduce anger, stress and tension when you train your dog. Your dog will do its best to please you, but give your dog enough time to remember orders. A puppy needs to form the association between a word and the behavior you expect with that command.
Hopefully, you now have a better understanding of how to properly train your dog. Use the advice you learned now and get started on a better relationship with your dog.