Often dogs are adopted by owners who don’t fully contemplate owning a pet. Being dedicated is vital for those who adopt dogs. You need to do this the right way so you do not have issues later on. If your adopted dog needs training, keep reading.
For the best results in training your pet, you must be diligent about giving rewards and encouragement. You must always provide treats in a wise and timely fashion. It can create confusion for dogs if rewards are sporadic and not administered at the correct times.
Give your puppy with lots of chewable toys, otherwise he might alleviate his teething pain on your nice furniture. Immediately replace the object with one of the intended chew toys. A wet frozen washcloth is great for a puppy, who has teething pain, to chew on.
Showing him that you are in control is the first lesson to teach your dog. Your dog must see you as a leader, or they will not follow your commands. Always walk ahead of your dog when you go on walks, as this establishes that you hold a position of leadership.
As you are working to house train your pet, select a single term or phrase that you will use. When it’s time for him to go outside to do his business, say “Elimination Device…Activate!” or whatever phrase you chose to call his attention to the task at hand.
Whenever the dog jumps upon you, grab its paws and give them a soft squeeze so they know it is not okay to jump on humans. This will not harm your dog if done gently, but it will be uncomfortable. Before long, they will stop their habit of jumping on people due to this association.
Even if you’ve had your pet for a while and they haven’t been trained properly, you could use the information written here to train them properly. It is always best to attempt to correct negative behaviors quickly for the safety and happiness of everyone involved.