Many dogs are sentenced to a life in a shelter when things get too stressful at home. This is avoidable in most cases. A trained dog will be a healthy and happy member of your family. It’s not difficult to train your dog once you know how. Use the tips below to get started.
There are many different approaches that can be used to crate train a new puppy. Place a treat inside the crate and shut its gate in front of your dog. If a dog sees something in the crate that they want, they will desire to enter it. Praise your dog once he gets into the crate.
If you are attempting to crate train your dog, remember that it is a multi-step process. When they’ve settled down with the gate open, slowly shut it and pass treats through the gate. Keep the gate closed for short periods of time, and work your way up to longer times. If the dog doesn’t like it, slow the process.
A number of repetitions will be necessary before your dog will be able to master a new command. It will take up to 50 repetitions to learn a new command. Just remember to keep trying and be patient. Eventually, your dog will learn.
Decide on a specific command phrase for your pup during house training. Each time you let your dog out to relieve himself, use a phrase such as “go potty” so that he associates going outside with going to the bathroom.
Be patient when training a dog. Staying patient will help all parties to avoid frustration. Remember that your dog really does want to please you, but sometimes he gets confused because he speaks a different language and cannot understand what you are asking.
It’s not impossible to have a dog that is healthy and happy. It is imperative that you give your pet a lot of your time and attention. Use the tips above to turn your dog into a member of the family.