Know How To Train Your Dog And Also Have A Interesting Time

By Theresa Q Watson

Dog training will lead to a healthier, happier pet and a more gratifying connection with your dog. Your puppy will know how to behave and you will also know how you can control the behavior of your dog as well. Your dog will be safer and more content and so will you.

A dog will do anything to please you but he needs to plainly comprehend what you want. You must be the established "alpha dog" and you must be firm and patient and each time follow through. It will not take too long if you are consistent. Your pet will work hard to delight you if he undoubtedly comprehends what is expected of him.

To be able to avoid boredom, it is recommended that you have a routine for either walks and exercise or a play session. This can help your dog avoid the boredom that can lead to detrimental behavior.

A treat does not inevitably have to be food. It can be a stroll in the park, playing in the yard, riding in the car or even just a hug and pat on the head. Love and affection should not be withheld, as your dog will do just about anything for that alone. This is a great way to sustain your puppy's motivation to please you.

Whenever you bring a new dog home you need to institute the ground rules right away. A dog can quickly develop bad habits if they are not stopped right away but they can also learn very quickly what is suitable behavior and what is not. Puppies can be very charming and lovable but they need correction to build excellent habits early on.

For you to keep your puppy's attention you can do things that he appreciates but you must also reward him for small successes. Do not present a food reward every time, however, because irregular reinforcement is actually much more effective than continuous reinforcement because he never realizes when he will get the treat so he will keep doing the behavior on the hope that he will get the food reward. Also too many food treats can be bad for your dog's physical condition and weight. However, love and attention should be consistently given.

You must at all times follow through with your dog when you are training him. Anything less just leads to turmoil and discord. You must set the rules and he must follow them each time and consistently.

Teaching your puppy with positive reinforcement will speed up the training process and it will make it more simple and much more enjoyable. Your dog only wants to delight you and if you give him positive reinforcement, he will carry on to do what you want and he will do whatever you ask of him. He will be happy to make you happy and you will be pleased when your training just gets easier and easier. - 31845

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