There's not a dog owner around who wouldn't want a well-behaved dog. But having a dog that is well-behaved doesn't just happen. You need to train your pet in order to achieve this. For dog training to be a success, there's some basic information you need to be aware of before you even get started on his training. Here are 9 important tips on dog training, used by professional trainers.
1. Don't waste any time getting started with training your new puppy. Establish routines right away and stick to these routines. It's easier to do that than it is to try to change things up later. Change only succeeds in confusing your pet. For example, if your pet isn't allowed on the furniture, that should be a hard and fast rule. Don't let him join you on the couch one day and then scold him off if you find him on the couch another time.
2. Your dog needs to learn who is in charge and of course that should be you. But it's also important to be fair in your treatment. Don't have expectations that your pet is not ready for. But once he's taught, expect him to obey. For example, don't toss him scraps from the supper table one day and then scold him when he begs for food another time.
3. Teach your new pet to accept a lead and collar very soon after bringing him home. This is easily one of the most important steps you can take towards having a well-trained dog. That's because when a dog is on a lead he is easier to work with and control.
4. Training should be enjoyable for both you and your pet. One way to make that happen is to reward him for any accomplishments, small or large. Rewards don't have to be food. They can be something like a pat on the head, or praise. You'll find that he works much harder if he knows he is going to get a reward for a good effort. Use this strategy to accomplish a lot in a short time.
5. Patience is something every good dog trainer needs, and lots of it. Your dog's progress should be measured in small steps. He won't learn and remember overnight. It will take a lot of practice before the desired behavior comes naturally. Reinforce the targeted behavior with practice and rewards.
6. At times, you will have to discipline your dog. There are two important points when it comes to discipline. First of all, don't order your dog to come when you are planning to discipline him. Only use "come" for positives in training. Instead go to him. Secondly, don't hit your dog. If you hit as a form of discipline, he will only learn to be afraid of you, not what you're trying to teach him.
7. Whenever you start a new training session, quickly review some of the behaviors your pet has already mastered. Like always, reward him and then move on to something new. Never make the training session too long. If you see that your pet is getting tired or losing interest, end the session. Have him carry out a simple command to finish, give him his reward, and then spend a few minutes just having fun with him.
8. Teach your dog some basic commands like sit, stay, down and come. Once he's learned these commands and responds consistently to them, you can work on teaching him more complex commands or tricks.
9. You've probably noticed that rewards are used a lot when training your dog. It's so important to only reward when a command is executed correctly. If he gets a treat whether or not he listens to your command, there is no real reason for him to listen to you.
Follow these tips on dog training, so you can be sure of having success in getting a well behaved dog. Wouldn't you rather have a dog that listens to you than one who doesn't?
1. Don't waste any time getting started with training your new puppy. Establish routines right away and stick to these routines. It's easier to do that than it is to try to change things up later. Change only succeeds in confusing your pet. For example, if your pet isn't allowed on the furniture, that should be a hard and fast rule. Don't let him join you on the couch one day and then scold him off if you find him on the couch another time.
2. Your dog needs to learn who is in charge and of course that should be you. But it's also important to be fair in your treatment. Don't have expectations that your pet is not ready for. But once he's taught, expect him to obey. For example, don't toss him scraps from the supper table one day and then scold him when he begs for food another time.
3. Teach your new pet to accept a lead and collar very soon after bringing him home. This is easily one of the most important steps you can take towards having a well-trained dog. That's because when a dog is on a lead he is easier to work with and control.
4. Training should be enjoyable for both you and your pet. One way to make that happen is to reward him for any accomplishments, small or large. Rewards don't have to be food. They can be something like a pat on the head, or praise. You'll find that he works much harder if he knows he is going to get a reward for a good effort. Use this strategy to accomplish a lot in a short time.
5. Patience is something every good dog trainer needs, and lots of it. Your dog's progress should be measured in small steps. He won't learn and remember overnight. It will take a lot of practice before the desired behavior comes naturally. Reinforce the targeted behavior with practice and rewards.
6. At times, you will have to discipline your dog. There are two important points when it comes to discipline. First of all, don't order your dog to come when you are planning to discipline him. Only use "come" for positives in training. Instead go to him. Secondly, don't hit your dog. If you hit as a form of discipline, he will only learn to be afraid of you, not what you're trying to teach him.
7. Whenever you start a new training session, quickly review some of the behaviors your pet has already mastered. Like always, reward him and then move on to something new. Never make the training session too long. If you see that your pet is getting tired or losing interest, end the session. Have him carry out a simple command to finish, give him his reward, and then spend a few minutes just having fun with him.
8. Teach your dog some basic commands like sit, stay, down and come. Once he's learned these commands and responds consistently to them, you can work on teaching him more complex commands or tricks.
9. You've probably noticed that rewards are used a lot when training your dog. It's so important to only reward when a command is executed correctly. If he gets a treat whether or not he listens to your command, there is no real reason for him to listen to you.
Follow these tips on dog training, so you can be sure of having success in getting a well behaved dog. Wouldn't you rather have a dog that listens to you than one who doesn't?
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