Simple Advice For Training A Misbehaved Dog

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     Training a dog when you have never attempted to do so before can be intimidating. While there are some things you need to know, there are plenty of resources for a beginner at dog training. We've kept it simple, and have provided you with just a few of the important basics that will help you get started training your pup in the easiest way possible.

Make sure food and outside time are scheduled to help break your dog into being an inside dog. Your dog will adjust to the schedule and he will quickly learn that his outside time is when he should go to the bathroom. Having a set schedule will teach your dog how to wait until he can go outside for the next potty break.

The first rule to remember when you begin to house train your puppy is that what you feed them will eventually come out the other end. You can promote consistency and regularity by feeding your pet on a firm schedule two or three times daily with only the highest quality of food. You can then schedule your walks at the right times to prevent unwanted accidents.

Training your dog will be a rewarding experience for you both if it is approached with motivation and a positive mental attitude. Reward your dog often when it obeys your training commands. Punishment and negative reinforcements will only lead your dog to have a great deal of fear of you and make further training even harder.

Make sure you remain controlled when rewarding your dog. If the dog follows commands correctly, you should reward the animal only if it is calm. While you might be pleased, acting too excited may cause the dog to get agitated, lessening your control. Stay calm and the dog will stay calm, and you'll be able to reward it.

Opt for praise and affection as a reward instead of so many dog treats. Using food is an effective and popular way to train dogs. Chances are, however, you don't have treats with you at all times. Try patting your dog on the back and giving him an "enthusiastic, that a boy."

If your pet is prone to jumping onto your lap, you should gently squeeze his paws after he does so. This communicates that the behavior is unacceptable and should be avoided. It is uncomfortable to them when you squeeze gently, and they learn not to repeat the behavior. After a while, they'll stop jumping due to this uncomfortable feeling.

Harnesses can give you less control of a dog than a cinching collar. Using a combination of the collar and harness and only tugging on the collar when necessary, teaches the dog that he must obey while in the harness as well.

To stop the dog from rifling through the trash, make sure he eats regularly and is offered lots of toys. Keep your trash emptied and use a can with a tight fitting lid. Crate the dog when going out or empty the trash when you're gone.

These tips probably got you brainstorming about how you will train your dog. Putting these tips into action while training your pup can help the two of you forge a wonderful ongoing relationship.