The loveable dog you brought home from the pound seems to be more troublesome than you could have imagined. You can tackle these behavior issues and train your dog to behave.
The space you share with your pet should be calm and relaxed. Playtime with them is great, however, they must learn to be calm when you’re entering a room. Do not acknowledge the animal when you enter and by doing so, you create a controlled atmosphere in which you decide how and when play time begins.
Consistency is key when working on crate training with a young dog. When you allow the puppy to come out of the crate, you have to immediately and without fail give him the chance to relieve his bladder. Over time, the puppy will be able to wait until the appropriate opportunity to answer the call of nature.
Be patient when teaching your dog, it will take some time. It is not uncommon for it to take between 25 to 50 repetitions of the same command for your dog to learn it. Be patient and continue using a command until your dog learns it.
Avoid reinforcing negative behavior. This means denying your dog treats and praise whenever it misbehaves. If the dog jumps at you, don’t rub it’s head.
Your dog must respect you in order for training to work. You must establish your dominance first and foremost, or your dog is unlikely to obey. Always walk in front of the dog when you go on walks, because this is the position to show leadership.
Most owners are amazed at how easy it is to incorporate basic dog training into their life and how quickly they start to notice results. Try some of the tips above if you feel a strain on the relationship between you and your dog.