Before you get a dog, you should ask yourself if you are responsible enough to have one and train it. Training your dog the right way will keep your pooch safe and happy. Here are several puppy training tips to consider.
When you correct your dog verbally, try making those corrections short and straight to the point. Don't scream and yell and throw a fit. Just say no, then let them know what behavior you want to see. Pitch your voice in such a way that your dog will recognize your vocalizations as commands.
When your dog is a room make sure you are calm when you come in. Playtime is great but sometimes it is just not appropriate. Calmly enter the house and ignoring your dog until you are ready to interact with him.
Chew Toys
Make sure that the only items your dog can reach are chew toys that are specifically made for dogs. Immediately replace it with one of his designated chew toys. If your puppy seems to be suffering a lot from teething, a frozen washcloth to chew on can give him some relief.
A dog will obsess about one thing until you divert its attention. After you repeat these cues enough, your dog will learn to focus on you, primarily, as he or she waits for signals.
Never chain two dogs too close to each other. It is just too easy for dogs in such a situation to tangle their leads together, and this can lead to serious injuries for both of them. In the case that a large dog and small dog become entangled, the large dog's rope or chain could cut off air circulation to the small dog, and it could be severely injured or die.
A number of repetitions will be necessary before your dog will be able to master a new command. It isn't uncommon for 25-50 repetitions of this same command to be used for the dog to understand it. Continue repeating the same command with patience, and eventually your dog will learn it.
Walking on a leash is a big step in your dog's training. This is important for the safety of your pet, and it is also beneficial for you as well.
Teaching a new puppy to “leave it” is very important and one of the first commands that you should work on. This basic command is extremely helpful when your dog is chewing on something he shouldn't and also helps to keep him away from dangerous items.
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 won't hurt your dog, but it will give them an uncomfortable feeling that will help teach them not to do it again. Before long, you dog will stop his jumping on people altogether.
The first step in training a puppy is to make sure he knows his name. Repeat the name as much as possible, and reward your puppy when he responds. His name should be the first word he learns. Spend as much time as possible with your dog, so you can bond and he'll learn you're his master. This way, you will find future training to be infinitely easier.
Hopefully the tips we have given will ensure that you, as well as others, enjoy your dog and his company. If you properly train your dog, ownership will be more enjoyable and less stressful. Training will ensure that you and your dog have many happy years together.