A dog is part of the family, so it’s okay to only use positive reinforcement. This article will describe some canine training tips that will help you in your efforts. Education creates success, so educating yourself about how you should train your dog is an important first step.
There are few effective ways to approach the matter of crate training your puppy or dog. Many dogs are intimidated by the crate. To cure this, place something they enjoy in it and shut the door. Your dog will want the bone and will be unable to resist entering the crate. Give your dog some praise when he gets inside, so that he further associates being in the crate with good behavior.
If you are attempting to crate train your dog, remember that it is a multi-step process. Once your puppy feels comfortable in the open crate, close the door and offer the dog a treat. At first, only close the gate for a short time, then gradually extend the time as your dog becomes more comfortable. If the dog shows signs of distress, you may be progressing too quickly.
Decide on a single phrase to use when housebreaking your new puppy. When it’s time for him to go outside to do his business, say “Elimination Device…Activate!” or whatever phrase you chose to call his attention to the task at hand.
When house training your dog, be sure your dog has a predictable feeding and elimination routine. This gives you important forehand knowledge to prevent accidents and your dog an association of cause and effect to follow. Conversely, this also teaches your dog that he may need to wait to go to the bathroom.
You are now ready to begin training your pooch. When you take heed of the suggestions and ideas within this piece, you will find yourself becoming a better dog trainer. You will also find yourself listening to your dog’s needs much better. Small tips can make a huge difference.