Some people give their dogs away because of their bad behavior, but in most cases this can be avoided. Properly trained dogs have the potential to be charming, happy and loving parts of any family. It isn't that hard to have this kind of dog.
Ensure that your dog gets enough activity. Almost all dogs have short attention spans. Dogs with no enthusiasm will be harder to train than active dogs. Your dog will be more relaxed and willing to listen if he is exercised frequently. It is a great idea to take your dog out on runs or walks through the neighborhood.
A puppy should have chew toys to get him through the teething pains. Keep other things out of his reach. You should replace the object with a chew toy as soon as this occurs so your dog understands what is okay to chew on. A frozen washcloth can provide teething relief for your pup.
When trying to train your dog, avoid accidentally reinforcing negative behaviors. Don't give praise or treats to your dog if it does something wrong. If you wish to keep your dog from begging for table scraps, don't encourage him by slipping him a morsel one night or allowing others to do so.
You can train a pooch to roll over fairly quickly if you have some treats to hand out. The first step is to get the dog to lay down. Then, hold the treat over your dog's head and swipe it above and around his head, causing him to roll over. The dog ought to follow his treat with the nose, prompting him to flop his entire body over. As he is rolling over say, “roll over” and praise them immediately when they do. It may take a while to get to this point, but you will be pleased if you stick with it. It's an impressive trick.
Approach any unfamiliar dog with care. Walk slowly toward him and allow the dog to sniff your hand before trying to pet the dog. Doing so builds up trust with the dog. The dog will no longer be afraid after he is able to recongnize the scent and may begin to follow commands.
You always want to make certain your dog has good leash manners. This is important for both the dog's safety, and your own.
When training your dog, one of the first commands they should be aware of is the “drop” command, which lets them know they should drop any items they have in their mouth. You can protect their safety and stop them from destroying valuables by teaching them to obey this simple command.
To get your dog to stop barking, train him to obey a command that tell him to stay quiet. When it starts barking, show them the treat and say the command until it quits barking. Only give the treat when you dog has done as you have asked. If this is done with sufficient frequency, the dog is sure to associate treats with the command to be silent.
Accidents will happen sometimes when you house train your pet. When accident do happen, clean them up rapidly and thoroughly. The smell from the feces and urine can stay in the carpet, and cause your pet to want to relieve themselves on that spot more often. Many cleaning products are made just to eliminate this order, you can find them at any pet store.
Challenging though it may be, you can have a dog who is obedient, loving and healthy. It's important to pay attention to your dog and their needs. Keep the tips in this article in mind and you'll have a great dog in no time.