Every dog needs to be trained. Continue reading for some tips and tricks which will help you successfully train your dog.
Make it clear to your dog that their crate is their home. When you feed him, feed him inside the crate, and keep the door open while he is in there eating. This will help him associate good things with his crate.
Learning how to show authority is the foundation of all canine training. Put yourself in an authoritative position, so that your dog knows to obey you. Your dog should not walk ahead of you, because that indicates a position of leadership.
By training your dog, you are helping him to become a rule follower. Many times, owners feel that since their animals have gone through puppy training, they can just forget about it. However, pets are ruled by habits, structure and routine in much that same way that humans are. Therefore, it is vital that your dog follows an established rule system at all times.
It is a simple task to teach a dog how to roll over, just be sure to keep some dog treats handy! First, make your dog lay down. Now, with a treat in your palm, move your hand from one side of the dog’s face to the other. They’ll follow your treat with their nose which will cause them to roll over. Say “roll over” as you perform the maneuver. Be patient with him when you are teaching this because once he learns it, he can be quite the show-off amongst your friends.
Ensure you get your dog’s attention using the same methods. Start each command by calling the dog’s name. This will get his attention so he knows to follow the command. Dogs usually respond to names immediately and they know you need them to be attentive.
Disobedient or untrained dogs can easily make a mess of your house and threaten your sense of well-being. By using the advice given here, you will be able to approach training your dog with confidence.