Sadly, many people rush out to buy a pet without prior consideration. Dogs need a commitment from you. All dogs need training to know what is acceptable behavior and what isn’t. If you need to train your dog, this is the article for you.
If you are attempting to crate train your dog, remember that it is a multi-step process. First, put them inside with the door still open. When they get used to that, close the gate and give them a treat they like. Gradually increase the amount of time your dog spends in the crate, starting with just a few seconds. If the dog becomes agitated, slow down a little more to make them more comfortable.
It is best to pick a phrase for potty training your dog, and use it consistently. Whenever you take your pet outside to use the bathroom, choose a phrase, like “go potty”, so he remembers what he is there to do.
When giving commands to your body, your tone and volume level should remain the same. They will know this tone of your voice and associate it with being in trouble. The dog will also know the difference when you give them discipline as opposed to a command.
If you want to be successful in house training an animal, make sure that you stick to a strict schedule for feeding times and elimination times. This gives both you and the dog a heads up as to when they need to go outside, and you can make sure that happens before they make a mess indoors. 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.
You can teach an old dog new tricks. The advice in this article can be applied to dogs of any age. It is always best to attempt to correct negative behaviors quickly for the safety and happiness of everyone involved.