If you lucked out and got a dog that is naturally obedient then good for you, however if you are like most people, you could use a little help when it comes to training your dog. These tips will make you have the puppy you always wanted.
Learning how to show authority is the foundation of all training your dog. Your dog must understand that you’re in control, so that he knows to obey and respect you. When you walk with your dog, be sure to keep him at heel since you are the leader.
By training your dog, you are helping him to become a rule follower. It is easy to feel that once your dog’s training is over, the lessons are learned and will stay with the dog forever. Dogs are much like humans, in the sense that they share the same habitual learning system. That is why it is vital to ensure your dog maintains a strict rule system.
Decide on a single phrase to use when housebreaking your new puppy. If you use the special phrase you have come up with each time you take him outside, you will get him to focus on what he is supposed to do.
If your dog is a jumper, squeeze his paws when he jumps on you to let him know he cannot do this any longer. Do something that makes them uncomfortable so that they can associate their action with something negative. After a while, they will stop jumping on people because they will associate it with the uncomfortable feeling.
If your dog seems that they will never listen, do not be afraid of trying. With patience and the correct techniques, you should be able to train your dog. Use these tips to ease training efforts and boost your dog’s results.