How to House Train a Dog

Dogs are man's best friend and provide us with protection and companionship, but before these dogs can properly protect us they must be properly house trained. You may think that to house train a dog is a difficult task however, this isn't so and the following article will give you some tips to help you answer the question how to house train my dog?

The experiences one has with training their dog, can be different from others because there are several factors to consider when house training is done.

Dogs that have dominance issues will be harder to train. Some dogs are smart, but can be quite stubborn and when you require them to do something, they might not do it as quickly as other dogs would. It is a good idea to take some time off from work or from your hectic schedule to keep an eye on your dog when toilet training. Your commitment to this task will prove successful for you.

Here are some items to consider when house training your dog:

* Dominance Issues - Dogs that are more dominant will be harder to train and require different approaches.

* A male dog may prove more difficult to train, as they like to "mark their territory"

* Your home will also be a factor to consider. Having a home with a backyard makes it much easier for house training. The dog is let out when he has to go and he can return when he has finished. If you live in an apartment you will have to set a schedule to take your dog out and you must stick to that schedule for success.

* Sexual drive - If a dog has lower sexual drive then it will be easier to toilet train. Neutering or spaying your dog lowers their sexual drives. This is because an 'entire' dog is generally more dominant in nature.

* Dog's age - It may be easier to teach a new puppy than an adult dog

The dog must be praised and rewarded when it responds to commands to ensure success in teaching a dog to fetch. A dog loves praises since it likes to please its master and whilst it appreciates pats on its head, giving it delicious food treats is more appealing. Dog treats are effective reinforcement during tricks training.

The tips above have helped me toilet train my dog and therefore has really helped me to properly take care of it. Remember that with consistent efforts your dog can be house trained in no time

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