Puppies are truly heart-stealing little beasts! If you're thinking about getting a dog, or already have one, congratulations. If you train your dog well, you will have a friend for life. Your pet will then know what to expect, and you'll be confident in them whether you're home or not. Read the tips and tricks below for some great dog-training advice.
Don't allow your dog to jump on you when you get home. It is great to have playtime with your pet, but your dog should stay calm when you come into the room. When you enter the room, ignore excessive agitation on your dog's part. By ignoring the behavior, you will extinguish it.
Always be sure to have a reward or tasty morsel for your dog when he follows a command or learns something new. They have to know that doing the right thing brings a happy ending. This is how they'll know what to do and what not to do.
If you encounter a dog with whom you are not acquainted, you should do so slowly and with the back of a hand outstretched. This gives the dog a chance to become accustomed to your personal scent and shows him you mean no harm. Dogs that know your smell are less likely to fear you and more likely to obey commands.
Your dog must learn that there is no need for it to respond to your utterance of the word ‘no.' The most effective means of training a dog involves mostly positive reinforcements. Saying ‘no' doesn't help your dog understand how he should react to you. All dogs are different and will respond to different training.
Teach your puppy his or her name before you start to train him or her, as this creates a bond. Repeat his name regularly, so he will learn to come to you when he hears it. These should be the primary words your dog needs to learn. Spend ample time with the puppy to create a bond. This will build trust between the puppy and you. This way, you will find future training to be infinitely easier.
Make sure your dog's training is consistent. If more than one family member is taking part in training the pet, be sure that each person utilizes the same commands as well as a similar discipline and reward system. The dog will learn more easily if he learns a single set of commands and if he knows what response will be received for his behavior.
The tips you just read should help you establish a successful relationship with your pet. Take what you need and leave the rest. No doubt, your heart is or will be tied up in a cute little puppy or faithful dog. Training is a key to success! Make sure your pet is well trained. Welcome the the wonderful world of pet ownership.