If your dog is one of those innately obedient dogs, then congratulations, you don’t need these tips, but most dogs need a little of training, whether it’s to stop them from being overbearing with strangers or ripping up the upholstery. Use these tips to transform your pet into a happy and well-adjusted furry friend.
Always ensure your dog is getting enough exercise. Don’t let your dog sit around with nothing to do. They won’t get any exercise that way and if they’re too bored, they might sniff around and get into some trouble. A bored dog will try and find something interesting to do, and training is not usually interesting. When your dog is exercised and is happy, training will be easier. Get out for some long walks and runs with your dog.
When potty training your pup, remember that whatever he eats must come out. Feed your puppy three times regularly each day. You will know when it is time for your the dog to use the bathroom, reducing accidents.
Be careful not to reinforce negative behaviors. Essentially, you must not give your dog something positive, like attention or a treat, when it behaves in a way you want to classify as negative. For instance, if your dog does not sit when commanded, do not rub his head affectionately unless he actually sits.
When starting to train a dog, make verbal cues that let the animal know the exact time when they correctly carry out a command. Even a simple monosyllabic spoken ‘yes’ can help the dog to connect the desired behavior with the imminent reward.
Do not distress, even when your dog becomes unruly. Patience and information are all that are required to train that dog. The advice you’ve read here should get you off on the right foot.