Some people give their dogs away because of their bad behavior, but in most cases this can be avoided. A trained dog will be a healthy and happy member of your family. 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.
Small steps, gentle ways and patience are all a part of getting your puppy used to their crate. First, put them inside with the door still open. When they get used to that, close the gate and give them a treat they like. Start off only putting them inside for 10 seconds, and when they seem okay with that, slowly increase the time they are inside. If your puppy starts acting distressed about going into the create, you need to slow things down.
Chew Toys
Make sure that the only items your dog can reach are chew toys that are specifically made for dogs. Immediately replace it with one of his designated chew toys. To help your dog cope with painful teething, give him a wet washcloth that has been frozen.
Consistency is critical for crate training to succeed. The first thing to keep in mind is that you must let him use the bathroom as soon as he's let out. Doing so helps him learn when it is okay to go to the bathroom.
Be careful not to spend too much time at once training your dog. Spending too long on training exercises will start to bore the dog. Do not spend more than 10 minutes on each session.
Always train your dog with positive reinforcement. Give your dog rewards every time he or she does something good. Never hit or shout at your dog. These forms of punishment are ineffective. Always be firm, be consistent and use positive reinforcement to make your dog understand what you want from it.
To ensure your dog's good behavior, keep up its training throughout its life. Just because a dog becomes more mature doesn't mean it cannot learn new things. If you provide positive reinforcement for desirable behaviors, your dog will continue to be obedient, and when you provide your dog with consistent discipline, negative behaviors are less likely to occur.
It's to be expected that your new puppy will likely have an accident now and then. Immediately clean up every accident for training purposes. Urine and feces scents can attack to the fibers of your carpet, which will lead to your dog repeatedly using the bathroom in that spot. Your local animal store may have numerous products to help eliminate this.
Treats are great incentives when training a dog; however, treats can cause a dog to become overweight, so limit the number offered. Many people do not factor in treats when they are tabulating a pet's diet, but they do add up, particularly while you are training.
As has been proven in this piece, having a dog that is well-behaved, healthy and happy is not an impossibility. It's important to pay attention to your dog and their needs. Abide by the advice above and you are on your way to owning a happy pet.