That first day with your new puppy is a joyous one to be sure. You might not be so happy when you are trying to train them. You may start to wonder if you made the right decision if things get out of hand. You can relive the happiness you had when you first taught your new puppy to behave. The article below will teach you how.
Include plenty of physical activity in your dog’s training routine. Just like humans, dogs can become bored easily. When a dog is bored, he will be hard to train. Your dog will be more relaxed and willing to listen if he is exercised frequently. Bring your dog along when you walk or jog.
Dogs only have the ability to focus on one thing at a time. Dogs learn by repetition so with continued training, your dog will immediately focus on what you are saying.
Try not to reinforce bad behaviors from your dog. In basic terms, this means refusing to reward your dog, via attention or treats, for doing any action that you are trying to get them to stop doing. If you wish to keep your dog from begging for table scraps, don’t encourage him by slipping him a morsel one night or allowing others to do so.
Establish a verbal cue to let your dog know when a command has been carried out to your satisfaction. One good word can act as an appreciated segue from the good behavior to the ultimate reward.
During your training sessions, you should keep a close eye on the time. Dogs can only handle a short amount of training at a time, so don’t overdo it. Keep first training lessons to 10 minutes or less.
You can use treats, love, and positive reinforcement to train your dog. The tips you just read will help you establish a positive relationship with your dog. It will take some time, but having consistent training will make a happier home environment for you both.