Dog training is one of the best investments you will make in your dog’s life. You will always be glad you trained the dog, because he or she will have a firm, clear identity within your household. In this article you will learn just how beneficial training your best friend can be.
Teething is painful, and providing chew toys helps alleviate the pain. Keep items that are potentially more painful out of reach. The right chew toys should be given to the pup immediately. Try a frozen washcloth to alleviate the pain of teething for your puppy.
Dogs can concentrate on one thing intensely and you will have to learn to break his attention. If you are consistent and use repetition, your dog will start to wait for your signals before focusing on something.
Be careful not to reinforce negative behaviors. This means you must not reward your dog with attention or treats for doing something you don’t want it to do. For instance, do not pet the dog lovingly if it jumps on you the minute you arrive home if this is something you are attempting to cure.
When it’s time to introduce house training to your dog, put him on a consistent schedule of eating and elimination. Then you will be aware when your dog needs to go outside to use the bathroom. This helps your puppy learn to “hold it” for a bit, until he knows it’s time to go out and will help save you money on carpet cleaning.
Even though it’s already been stated, training your dog is really an essential and good investment for everybody involved. An untrained dog can wreck your home and cause unnecessary stress, which then creates a hostile environment. By following these tips and advice, you will have a happy, lovable dog who makes you proud for years to come.