If you've never done anything like it before, puppy training can feel like an impossible goal. You can easily be lead to information overload because of all of the resources available to new trainers. We've kept it simple, and have provided you with just a few of the important basics that will help you get started training your pup in the easiest way possible.
A main focus of training is timing your sessions appropriately. You should not over do it, train in small time increments. Note how far into the training session your dog loses his attention span. That's the time to quit.
Make sure that you set a calm tone whenever you set foot in a room where your dog is. It is nice to calmly play with your dogs, but remember to stay relaxed. To help your dog learn this behavior, ignore him when you enter the room. after you have been in there a few minutes, acknowledge him.
Consistency is the key to puppy crate training. Shortly after you allow your puppy to exit the crate, he must be given the chance to relieve himself in the designated area. As you continue this training, your pet will begin to wait until he gets to the appropriate location to relieve himself.
House training should be built around a regular bathroom schedule. In order to regulate your dog's toileting habits, you should feed him a good quality food at the same times each day. This will give you an idea of when to take your puppy out and lessen the chance of accidents.
Showing him that you are in control is the first lesson to teach your dog. Put yourself in an authoritative position, so that your dog knows to obey you. Avoid allowing your dog to lead you during walks. Instead, walk in front of your dog to show that you are the leader of this pack.
It is a simple task to teach a dog how to roll over, just be sure to keep some dog treats handy! The first step is a simple “lay” command. Next, you must hold one treat close to the floor off to one side of their head and slowly bring it up and over the dog's head to the opposite side. They'll follow your treat with their nose which will cause them to roll over. When they roll over, yell “roll over.” Keep doing this until they do it just with the command. Do not get mad if it takes several tries. Once they learn this particular trick, they will be popular at the dog park!
When house training your pup, you should adhere to a regular schedule of feeding and elimination. This gives you important forehand knowledge to prevent accidents and your dog an association of cause and effect to follow. This helps your puppy learn to “hold it” for a bit, until he knows it's time to go out and will help save you money on carpet cleaning.
Always be aware of your tone of voice when you have to discipline your dog. Dogs can pick up how you are feeling. Use a stern voice when you are correcting your dog.
This article should have given you some valuable information for training your dog. Apply these suggestions to train your dog in a healthy and happy way for the both of you.