Almost all small dogs and large dogs follow the same way of thinking. If one understands that mindset, one should be able to train any dog they get. This article will shed some light on how dogs think for anyone who is a little clueless in this arena.
Your training sessions must be long enough for your dog to learn the desired behavior but no so long that he becomes bored. Start with a quick session initially, adding time with successive training periods. Know when your dog does not pay attention when you are training it.
Make sure that your dog stays in a relaxed area. Playtime is great but sometimes it is just not appropriate. When you ignore the dog on entry, they shouldn’t bother you about playing.
Do not reinforce any negative behaviors accidentally. Do not pay attention to your dog or pet it if he does something you are not happy about. You should not pet your dog when it jumps on you or acknowledge its barking.
Make training for your dog a regular, repeated part of your time together to keep them familiar with the rules they’ve learned. One of the most common mistakes pet owners make is assuming that once training has been completed, no maintenance is required thereafter. That’s not a good idea, since animals and humans form and retain habits in a similar way. For this reason, it is essential to make sure that your dog adheres to a clear-cut set of rules.
Give your dog a regular elimination and feeding schedule, so you can house train them. This can help you avoid accidents on the carpet by becoming aware of when the dog needs to go. Adhering to a schedule also helps the dog learn to wait until the proper time comes to go outside.
You have to know how to communicate with your dog in order to train him. When you understand how your dog learns, you can develop a training program specifically tailored to your dog. With the right information, one can now be a more effective trainer for their dog.