All responsible dog owners know that training their dog is one of the best things that they can do for their pet and themselves. If you get your dog out there to be social, and he is trained well, you will ensure that he will behave and be happier and healthier. The tips in this article will help you work with your dog or locate a trainer who can help.
Crates should feel like a safe place to puppies. So, you should never use them as a way to discipline your dog. Dogs may need to be familiarized with the crate to feel comfortable and secure in it. There are many tricks that you can try to make it easier for both of you. If they are hesitant about the crate, you can put a nice chew bone inside and shut the gate while they are not in it. They will see and smell the bone and will want you to let them in there to get it. Once in the crate, let them know they did a good job by praising them.
Provide your puppy with his own chew toys to alleviate the pain of teething, and try to keep other items out of reach. Replace the tasty item you do not want chewed with a designated chew toy. If the puppy is suffering any pain from teething, freeze a wet washcloth for him or her to chew on.
You have to be consistent with the crate training of your new puppy. When letting a puppy out of a crate, you need to let them relieve themselves immediately. Eventually, the puppy will learn to wait to pee until given the opportunity.
Hopefully, these tips can help both you and your dog enjoy your lives more. When a dog is properly trained, it makes owning a dog very rewarding and less frustrating. Training can be done yourself, or you may want to enlist the help of a professional; either way, proper training will bring you many rewarding years with your pet.