The best person to train your dog is you. Whoever said you can’t do it probably failed themselves because they do not have the right techniques and enough perseverance to see their endeavors through. Dog training puts your patience into high gear and many times it’s just plain frustrating. But if you stay on course no matter what you will reap fruits of your efforts before you even know it. You will have a cleaner home, your social life will be fuller and you will enjoy a stronger and richer bond with your pet.
To fully appreciate the efficacy of dog training tips, let us have a look into the uncharted mind of a dog. Human beings are intelligent and sensible creatures dogs, not so much. We can correctly determine what is needed through context clues, logic and general assumptions. Dogs understand through simple reactions and a consistent pattern of behavior/training. For example, we want the dog to come. Saying ‘Come!’ is not the same thing as ‘Lets go!’ or ‘Come here boy!’ or ‘Come on now!’ He might go to you eventually, but it doesnt mean he understands you.
Be consistent in educating your canine. Use the exact words you will use in training your dog basic obedience commands. This follows to every part of his training.
The core of a healthy man-canine relationship is the understanding of your position as the dog’s undisputed master and leader. Mind you, this doesn’t mean to treat the dog in a violent and harsh manner. Being firm and strong every time is enough to cement your leader status over him. If your pet understands this, he will strive to do things that will please you like be on his best behavior and obey your commands.
Rubbing his belly is a tactic to enforce your leadership. It subtly teaches him submission and by licking your hand he acknowledges you as his authority. Do not in any way give in to his growling and whining just to settle any matter. Establish good habits and do not stray from it.
An effective trick experts use is to allow the dog to learn by teaching himself. What do I mean? Let’s say, your dog is chewing on something he isn’t supposed to be chewing. You can scold him and take away the object immediately. This is a common canine training method. A better way is to take away bad behavior is through substituting it with a good one by giving unpleasant sensations with the incorrect behavior.
When the dog chews on a shoe, use a quick sharp squirt of a water gun to his face. If he resumes chewing, squirt him again. Now place one of his playthings in front of him. If he picks it up and plays with it, praise him enthusiastically. The dog will associate good feelings with playing with his toy and bad feelings when playing with the shoe.
One of the most overlooked aspects of dog training is the importance of canine socialization. Socialization is key during the first few months of the puppy’s life but an adult dog still needs continuous interaction with humans and dogs alike. Fearful and overly aggressive dogs are usually the direct result of a lack in socialization. To ensure this doesn’t happen, introduce your dog to people, crowded places, and other healthy dogs early on in its life.
They say discipline is doing something you hate to create something you love. These dog training tips will help your dog in the long run become better suited in this world they live in. Its not always easy, but it will definitely be worth it.
