Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Must Have Tips And Tricks For Effective Dog Training

By David Hamilton


When it comes to dog training, you really have to put in the effort to get the results you really want. There are so many different techniques that can be used to generate success, but you have to learn what it takes to get the success you want. To start training your loyal pal, you can start with these great dog training tips.

You should make sure to eat your own meal first before feeding your dog. This shows your dog that you are leader of the pack and helps establish your dominance. Your dog will be much more likely to follow your other commands if he or she knows that you are the boss because you eat first.

Remember that your dog training is going on 24 hours a day. Do not make the mistake of thinking that you are only training your dog during your obedience classes and practice sessions. Your dog is watching and learning from you during every interaction you have with it, so be sure you are always reinforcing good behavior.

Spend time outside with your dog so you can train them not to dig in the garden. Instead of just letting your dog into the fenced-in yard and going back in the house, spend a little time outdoors with your dog so you can be ready to scold them if they head to the garden. By supervising them at the beginning, they will learn that the garden is off limits.

One of the first things most people teach their dogs is the sit command. This is very basic but is handy for your dog to know, especially when you want to get his attention. One way to teach your dog to sit is to take a piece of dog treat and hold it about six inches from his nose. Slowly raise the treat straight up and say "Fido, sit". You may have to use your hand to help him into the position until he realizes what you want.

Show your dog what is your territory and that you are leader of that territory. If your dog sits in your spot and you sit elsewhere, or if he lays in the middle of the doorway so that you step over him, your dog thinks he is the leader. Do not be violent, but you should nudge your dog calmly to get up each time so that he understands it is your territory, and you are the leader.

Dogs can get bored easily. If you are training a young dog, keep your training sessions short as his attention span is short. To keep older dogs from getting bored, vary their training routines and change up his rewards and treats. If you notice your dog is bored during training, take a break and resume at a later time.

Most owners struggle with behavior problems in their pets from time to time. The more you know about dog training, the less frustrated you'll get with your beloved pooch, and the easier you'll be able to communicate with her. A well-trained dog has a happy owner...so try some of our tips today, and enjoy the results!




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