A cute little dog or puppy can creep into the heart and life of many people. If you have one already or are thinking about getting one, congratulations! A properly trained pet is the key to a great relationship. Your pet will then know what to expect, and you'll be confident in them whether you're home or not. Continue reading to enhance your relationship with your pet.
Dogs have tunnel vision and will focus on one thing to the exclusion of all else. With enough training, you will have your dog focusing solely on your signals.
Consistency is key in crate training a puppy. When letting your dog out of the crate, be sure to immediately allow your dog to relieve himself. With time, your puppy will wait for the right tine to relieve himself.
Keep your dogs tied at a safe distance from each other. They could tangle the chains in such a way so that one or both of the dogs are stuck or injured. A larger dog could cause a tangle so bad that the smaller dog could be choked by the leash.
Don't expect your dog to learn a command the first time you say it. It will take up to 50 repetitions to learn a new command. Being patient while trying the same task or command will allow your dog to understand it.
When potty training your pup, remember that whatever he eats must come out. To have your dog on a consistent bathroom schedule, have him or her eating quality food about two or three times every day, at the exact same time. Doing so allows you to gain a clearer picture of when your puppy might need to relieve himself outdoors.
Keep your dog up to date with puppy training, in order to keep him or her compliant with an established set of rules. Often, people feel that they don't need to continue working with their dog after it has finished training. Pets are just like humans, in that they follow habitual routines. It is important that the training your dog receives is reinforced regularly.
“Leave It!” should be one of the first commands that a puppy learns. This command instructs them to release an object and walk away. It ensures they don't eat food they shouldn't, chew on items not intended to be chewed on or even pick up dangerous or poisonous items in their mouth.
With any luck, you have find some tips to better your relationship. Choose the advice that works for you. You love your dog, but it certainly helps to have a well-behaved pet. Successful pet ownership means taking the time to train your pet. Make sure that you properly train your pet. Congratulations to your furry friend!