Some people give their dogs away because of their bad behavior, but in most cases this can be avoided. Any dog can be trained to become well-behaved, healthy and happy. Turning your dog into such a dog does not have to be a difficult process, if you're willing to invest the time and follow a few simple steps.
Put yourself in your dog's proverbial shoes, or paws, rather. Frustration is easy during training your dog. Don't give up. Instead, think about what it must be like to be your dog. This could help you overcome training hurdles.
Specific feeding habits should be established for your dog. Teaching your dog to realize that when you place its food bowl down, it will be removed within 10-15 minutes, will help it understand that there is a feeding schedule to stick to. Doing so will encourage your pooch to eat efficiently.
Choose the right dog crate size if you wish to utilize the crate effectively to train him. Don't forget, your puppy will grow. Choose a crate that is sure to fit them suitably when they hit adult size. Dogs need room to move about and lie down, and they should not be cramped.
To house train your dog, you should make sure that your dog follows a regular feeding and elimination schedule. This will help you better understand when your dog needs to go outside, so he doesn't go on the carpet and ruin it. When a dog has a schedule, they also learn the valuable skill of “holding it” until you take him for his next scheduled trip outside.
If your dog jumps up, quickly bring your knee up to encounter his chest and say OFF! This won't hurt your dog, but it will give them an uncomfortable feeling that will help teach them not to do it again. In time, they will cease jumping on humans, as they will have the negative association with the squeezing.
The first thing you should do when training a puppy is teach him to understand his name. Simply start by calling his name as often as possible. Once he learns his name, you can encourage him to come to you when called. These are the preliminary words that your dog need to know. It's important that the time spent with your puppy is quality time. Spend your time playing with your puppy. This way he will get to know you quicker and will begin to trust you faster. Once your puppy trusts you, it will be easier to train him.
Reduce as many accidents as possible when you're toilet training your dog. Sometimes, your dog will have triggers for when its that time. Common ones include whining, pacing and even consistent staring. The moment your pet begins to do any of these things, don't waste a single moment. Get his leash and take him out to his designated toilet spot! Whenever your dog uses the restroom outside, reward him or her with lots of praise. They will eventually ask to go outside.
Your dog needs to be trained throughout his entire life to ensure excellent behavior. Your dog isn't completely trained once he stops being a puppy. When you work with your dog consistently to produce the best behaviors, you help your dog to remain healthy and happy. Discipline will keep him in line.
In conclusion, it's not impossible to have a well-behaved dog. All that your dog needs is good training, the right amount of attention, and plenty of support and love from you. By following these steps you can make your dog a part of the family.