Are you having problems keeping your things away from your new puppy? You have endured everything from chewed furniture to feces on the carpet, and you need to train your dog properly. For more information and advice on training your pet and teaching him manners, read on.
It takes small steps to crate train your puppy; they must become accustomed to it. As soon as they start to feel comfortable in the crate when the door is open, try closing the gate and have them eat inside. In the beginning it is important to only leave the dog in the crate for a few seconds. After a while you will be able to leave them in the crate for longer amounts of time. If your pet seems upset or agitated, you may need to slow down.
Give them chew toys for pain relief while teething, and keep everything else out of reach. Put the chew toy in front of it immediately so it learns that this toy is what it should be chewing. If the puppy is suffering any pain from teething, freeze a wet washcloth for him or her to chew on.
To achieve the best results when housebreaking a pet, be aware of the food and water he consumes. To ensure that your dog’s bowel movements remain regular, feed him or her some high-quality food a minimum of twice per day during the same times daily. This will get your dog into a solid routine for bathroom breaks.
Refrain from using extreme devices for training your dog, such as a shock collar. These things rarely work as promised, and they’re usually much more expensive compared to the traditional training methods. In addition, shock collars and related devices can actually irritate your dog and eradicate current good behaviors. You will usually get negative results with these techniques.
So, perhaps you are having a difficult time getting your dog to stay indoors. Your dog may be ruining your things and trying your patience. After reading this article, you should be well on your way to having an obedient pet.