If you’ve never done anything like it before, puppy training can feel like an impossible goal. The large number of resources available might make it hard for you to decide where to start. The tips below can help you start training your dog properly.
Trying to understand how your dog is feeling. Training your dog can get extremely frustrating at times, especially when your dog isn’t learning commands that you think are very simple. Don’t give up- think like your dog! Looking at the world through their eyes could give you new insights about training them.
If you have a focal point for your dog to pay attention to, he will ignore all other distractions he would normally be tempted to watch. With enough repetition, your dog will focus on other things less and less, opting to wait for signals from you.
You can train a pooch to roll over fairly quickly if you have some treats to hand out. The first step is a simple “lay” command. Next, hold the treat close to the floor on one side of the dog’s head, and slowly bringing it upwards and over to the dog’s other side. As the dog uses his nose to track the morsel, he will simultaneously roll his entire body over. While rolling, use your vocal command. It will take some work, but keep on trying!
When house-breaking your puppy, choose a specific phrase to use when it’s time to go outdoors. Whenever you bring him outside, repeat your chosen phrase in a firm but gentle tone to encourage him to undertake the action and associate the act with the place.
If you need to approach a dog that you are not familiar with, approach it slowly and allow it to sniff your hand. That is the first step in getting the dog accustomed to your smell and building trust between you. As the dog begins to trust you, he will more likely follow your commands.
These tips probably got you brainstorming about how you will train your dog. Use this advice to improve the success of your next puppy training session.