Does Your Dog Know What To Expect From You?

It is widely acknowledged that the better trained your dog is, the higher quality of a relationship the two of you will enjoy. Properly trained and socialized dogs can be so much fun, and can turn owning a pet into a sheer joy. For the sake of a good relationship between your canine and you, keep reading.

If you plan to incorporate a crate in dog training, choose one that corresponds to the size of your dog. Do not forget that all puppies will grow up. Be sure to select a crate that allows your dog to have ample room as it grows. The dog must have enough room to lie down and turn around without getting crowded.

Water spray bottles can be used to avert bad behavior. Getting sprayed is a little unpleasant, and will give your dog the idea the the behavior is unacceptable. If this method is successful, you will get these negative behaviors under control and be able to enjoy your dog.

Does your dog like to pull on his leash during a walk? This is a common complaint that owners have with their dogs and it's simple to fix. The right harness will cut pulling quickly and can be purchased at any pet store.

Although it's sometimes difficult to be patient with your dog, it's important that you try to be as patient as possible. Your dog doesn't understand English, and they're not a person. He will pick up on gestures and tones you give off rather than what you are actually saying. You need to stay calm and just stop training if you seem to be getting frustrated.

Specific feeding habits should be established for your dog. Your dog should be fed at the same time everyday and they should only have a certain amount of time to eat. By doing this, your dog will eventually learn to finish their food in one sitting, making feeding a little easier on you.

Training has to be consistent. If more than one family member is training your pet, make sure they all you the same commands, rewards and discipline. The dog is sure to have a simpler time learning, as long as he is asked to obey just one group of commands and is given consistent responses.

Stay as consistent as possible if you want your dog to learn how to delay going to the bathroom. Be sure to take your puppy out for scheduled, hourly potty breaks when you're home. Give him praise when he goes to the bathroom outside. If you dog has an accident inside your house, do not scold him. He is not yet aware that this is wrong and he is going to learn if you just yell at him. When it has an accident, take it out and show it where it should go.

Now that you can properly train a dog, what are you waiting for? Use these tips as soon as possible to teach your dog how to behave. Dogs are interested in pleasing you and they will follow commands. All they need is a little guidance. Get started now!