A dog can be trained to stop negative behavior such as growling and barking. In cases when these behaviors can’t be completely eliminated, they can be minimized by using these tips. The proper training can turn any dog into an ideal companion.
Your dog should know when calm time is to be had. Play time is great, but your dog needs to learn to stay calm as his master enters the room. When you enter the room, ignore excessive agitation on your dog’s part. By ignoring the behavior, you will extinguish it.
Dogs can have a one-track mind and remain focused on one thing until you break the dog out of it. Repetition and practice will result in your dog waiting to take cues from you rather than being distracted by other things.
You will have to repeat commands several times before your dog learns it. It may take 25-50 tries before your dog understands a command consistently and thoroughly. Try using the command more often and be very patient if you want your dog to learn.
The first step in puppy training is commanding control. Otherwise, the dog will think that he is in charge and will not respond to your training tactics. Always walk in front, in the leadership position, letting your dog follow behind.
Don’t waste your money on expensive training products, such as shock collars. These devices are expensive and do not always work as well as you would expect them to. They aren’t engaging in positive reinforcement either. It is common for these tactics to create adverse behavior.
As this article has hopefully shown you, training your puppy or dog doesn’t have to be the stuff of nightmares. With patience and a little research, you can train your dog. Most dogs respond well to good training and will thrive under the direction of their owner.