People who know dogs know that training your dog is essential. Whether it be basic or advanced training of your dog, teaching proper behavior and good social skills is important to your pet’s stability and safety. The tips in this article will help you work with your dog or locate a trainer who can help.
Timing is everything in canine training. While you want to devote a good amount of time to it, you do not want to go too far. Shorter training sessions are better at the beginning of your program. When your dog loses interest, quit for the day.
Good behavior means rewards! Give your dog a treat after they properly respond to your commands, but only if they are nice and calm. If you are overly excited, the dog will become that way too. Remain calm, expect the dog to be calm and provide appropriate rewards.
Chew Toy
Teething can be painful which is why your puppy chews on things, so always give him a choice of chew toys to keep him from getting into trouble. Instead of allowing it to continue chewing on your important furniture or toys, provide a well-loved chew toy. In cases where your puppy is suffering a great deal of pain, try soaking a washcloth in water and freezing it as a numbing chew toy.
Do not tie a couple of dogs closely together. The chain of one dog could become wrapped around the other and, as the dogs struggle to free themselves, one or both could be injured. Becoming wrapped up could also cause death if one of the dogs gets so tangled and wrapped up his airway closes.
Hopefully the tips we have given will ensure that you, as well as others, enjoy your dog and his company. A well-trained dog is a happy member of a happy family. Training, whether done by you or a professional, will make your ownership much more pleasant.