Congratulations is in order for your decision to get a new dog. It will soon become an integral part of your family. Where do you go from here? Both you and your best friend will be very be happy together if he is properly trained. The following tips will teach you everything you need to know to properly train you new pet.
Timing is critical during dog training; you need to take the time training, but don’t overdo it. Begin with a training session that lasts a few minutes, and do it for a bit longer every day. When the animal appears to lose interest, you will know which duration produces the best results per session.
Have verbal cues so that your pet will know exactly when they complete a command correctly. The word “yes” can be the bridge between rewards and good behavior.
Training Sessions
Keep training sessions short. Dogs have short attention spans. Having short training sessions will prevent training becoming a chore for your dog. If you wish to do more training, give your dog a play break to stretch their legs and relax before resuming their training.
Utilize primary reinforcement when training your furry friend. Primary reinforcement employs a reward for his good behavior. Primary reinforcements include using food as treats and rubbing your dog’s belly. When he likes the outcome, he’ll be more likely to follow your commands.
Never stop training your dog. Dog training does not stop once your dog is no longer a puppy. Reinforce the positive behaviors, reward your dog for being obedient and punish your dog for its bad behavior.
If your pet is a problematic barker, try this training tip. Choose a simple word or directive you can use to quiet him down and discourage barking. As the dog begins barking, display a treat and then repeat your order until the barking ceases. You could give your dog treats. Enough repetitions will result in the dog associating the treat with the command and remaining quiet.
Both the dog and owner are happier when the dog is well-trained. The tips listed here will lead you to puppy training success.