Excessive barking, growling, rowdy behavior, and other negative traits that a dog may have can all be trained out of a dog. Even if there are still a few slip-ups, any behavior can be modified with the tips in this article. Any dog can be the perfect pet when trained properly.
Crates should feel like a safe place to puppies. So, you should never use them as a way to discipline your dog. Dogs may need to be familiarized with the crate to feel comfortable and secure in it. There are many tricks that you can try to make it easier for both of you. Many dogs are intimidated by the crate. To cure this, place something they enjoy in it and shut the door. A tempting bone will prove too hard to resist, and the dog will be panting to get into the crate in no time. Give your dog some praise when he gets inside, so that he further associates being in the crate with good behavior.
Use small steps when training a dog or pup to get into a crate, so that they can become familiar with it. When they are comfy with the open door, try closing it and feeding them treats via the wires. Only keep the gate closed for short periods of time at first and increase time slowly. If the dog shows signs of distress, you may be progressing too quickly.
When you correct your dog verbally, try making those corrections short and straight to the point. Avoid launching a lengthy tirade against your pet and his naughty behavior. Just tell them no, and redirect them to the task you are asking them to do. Make sure your voice sounds firm and businesslike.
Stay Calm
Good behavior means rewards! Immediately after the animal acts in accordance with your command, reward him. This helps to calm the animal and reinforce your training efforts. Though you may be happy with the accomplishment, excitement on your part leads to excitement on their part and diminishes control of the situation. Stay calm and the dog will stay calm, and you'll be able to reward it.
Avoid restraining two dogs too closely together. One dog's chain might become entangled with the other, which could lead to serious injuries. For example, a large dog could tangle the chain with a smaller dog, wrapping the chain around the neck of the small dog, causing it to die.
Are you house training your dog? If so, then understand that the food and water they consume must come out at some point. Feed your dog a high-quality diet three times a day. You will know when it is time for your the dog to use the bathroom, reducing accidents.
Begin the training with an easy to learn behavior. This will be great for immediate gratification, and your dog will begin to understand what you expect along the way. This will give you much better results while training.
“Leave It!” should be one of the first commands that a puppy learns. This command instructs them to release an object and walk away. This is great if the dog chews on household furniture or other items, such as shoes, stuffed animals, or trash.
Training your dog does not have to be a battle between you and your pet. With the right mindset and good information, the owner can accomplish successfully training their companion. It is possible to train your dog successfully by yourself.