
If you have a dog that is naturally well-behaved, you are very lucky, as most dogs require at least some training. Apply this advice to ensure that your dog is well-behaved and happy.
Make sure that you use control to reward your dog’s good training behavior. When your dog does commands correctly, they get a treat. While you might be pleased, acting too excited may cause the dog to get agitated, lessening your control. Stay calm and bestow rewards calmly too.
Ensure that your dog gets plenty of exercise and stimulation. Dogs can get bored quite easily. A dog without interest in what you’re doing is more difficult to train. Your dog needs proper exercise to function to his highest potential. Go for long walks and runs with your dog.
It may take several times for your dog to learn new commands. It may take as many as fifty repetitions before your dog learns the command. Try using the command more often and be very patient if you want your dog to learn.
Approach an unfamiliar dog slowly, offering only the backside of your hand for his inspection. As you do this, you give the dog an opportunity to acclimate to your scent and become used to your presence. Once a dog is used to your scent, it will trust you and obey your orders.
To improve the efficiency of your training routine, make sure your dog eats and poops at around the same time every day. This gives both you and the dog a heads up as to when they need to go outside, and you can make sure that happens before they make a mess indoors. Using this schedule can teach your dog how to hold their piddle until the upcoming potty break.
Patience is the greatest virtue in canine training. This will prevent both you and your dog from getting angry and frustrated with the training process. Remember that your pet desires to please you but he gets confused due to him not understanding what you want him to do.
Training should be seen as fun time to your dog. Be aware of your dog’s personality and conform training to fit his cycles; try limiting learning sessions to a few minutes at a time. The reward system can be generous and filled with surprises. When your dog shows progress, reward him with praise and rewards. If you make training fun, he will enjoy listening, too.
Consistently practice the skills your dog has learned with him. Make sure you quiz him on the stuff he knows, so he stays on his toes.
For each time you use your pets name in a negative way, such as a reprimand, make an effort to use it positively 2 or 3 times. He should know his name isn’t associated with something bad.
If you are suffering with an unruly dog, relax. With patience and the correct techniques, you should be able to train your dog. Use these tips to get great results out of your dog.