Be realistic. Dog training isn't just a push- over thing especially for first-time trainers. It requires lots of patience and willpower just to attain the character you would like your dog to develop.
Some people, especially for first-time dog owners, just won't mind and would raise and treat their dog like little brat. However, others choose to just hire a trainer and pay extra for their pooch to become a "super dog".
But if you're most likely the sort of person who's happy to commit your time in searching for the ultimate way to teach your canine, here are some general tips to help you familiarize with.
We begin with what you can do.
1) Exposing your pet to varied situations.
Just like any other human-being, dogs need to be exposed to different events, situations and environments, especially at their early age wherein they are more open to socialization. Lack of socialization tends to lead them to be more defensive and aggressive out of the fear and vulnerability they'll be feeling during unfamiliar situations, surroundings and events.
2) Teaching them while very young.
They say "old dogs are difficult to be taught with new tricks" , and that's apparently true with a lot of cases.
Puppies are more subject to learning new things. And this is a good time where you can exercise your skills in teaching them. But hey, that can take heaps of endurance though! Simply because one dog can learn more rapidly than the other. So, plainly take a deep breath whenever your dog can't stick to your instructions in one time.
3) Potty-training
This is one of the most vital things you can train your dog to do. It requires timing and perseverance because this also reflects your dog's personality.
Timing? Dogs have their own body clock. Which means that if you're training them to go outside to poo, it must be at the same time of the day. Furthermore, you should set a certain place where they can poo. A crater will help them identify where they must poo.
Now, let's proceed with particular things you have to avoid in training your pooch:
1) Gratifying your dog with attention
What does this mean?
You could be surprised that oftentimes, there will be thoughts that come rushing into your mind that carrying out a certain thing might end up with a remarkable result. Much like when your dog barks, insisting to get into your room. Then you just opened the door to permit him to go in just to stop him from creating noise. This is one perfect example of satisfying your dog with your attention and may pave the way for him to repeat the same action the next time. And it would touch his habits as he grows up, BIG TIME!
2) Giving into your dog's wishes
This is when you first say "NO" and eventually say "OK" after sometime when you're just tired of insisting. Anyone, even dogs, would have a bizarre, abusive reaction when the trainer is not firm with his decisions or instructions.
Whatever you may ask him to perform, you must stick to those requirements, otherwise you risk training him to simply wine, plead or bark louder and for a longer time the next time he wants it.
Some people, especially for first-time dog owners, just won't mind and would raise and treat their dog like little brat. However, others choose to just hire a trainer and pay extra for their pooch to become a "super dog".
But if you're most likely the sort of person who's happy to commit your time in searching for the ultimate way to teach your canine, here are some general tips to help you familiarize with.
We begin with what you can do.
1) Exposing your pet to varied situations.
Just like any other human-being, dogs need to be exposed to different events, situations and environments, especially at their early age wherein they are more open to socialization. Lack of socialization tends to lead them to be more defensive and aggressive out of the fear and vulnerability they'll be feeling during unfamiliar situations, surroundings and events.
2) Teaching them while very young.
They say "old dogs are difficult to be taught with new tricks" , and that's apparently true with a lot of cases.
Puppies are more subject to learning new things. And this is a good time where you can exercise your skills in teaching them. But hey, that can take heaps of endurance though! Simply because one dog can learn more rapidly than the other. So, plainly take a deep breath whenever your dog can't stick to your instructions in one time.
3) Potty-training
This is one of the most vital things you can train your dog to do. It requires timing and perseverance because this also reflects your dog's personality.
Timing? Dogs have their own body clock. Which means that if you're training them to go outside to poo, it must be at the same time of the day. Furthermore, you should set a certain place where they can poo. A crater will help them identify where they must poo.
Now, let's proceed with particular things you have to avoid in training your pooch:
1) Gratifying your dog with attention
What does this mean?
You could be surprised that oftentimes, there will be thoughts that come rushing into your mind that carrying out a certain thing might end up with a remarkable result. Much like when your dog barks, insisting to get into your room. Then you just opened the door to permit him to go in just to stop him from creating noise. This is one perfect example of satisfying your dog with your attention and may pave the way for him to repeat the same action the next time. And it would touch his habits as he grows up, BIG TIME!
2) Giving into your dog's wishes
This is when you first say "NO" and eventually say "OK" after sometime when you're just tired of insisting. Anyone, even dogs, would have a bizarre, abusive reaction when the trainer is not firm with his decisions or instructions.
Whatever you may ask him to perform, you must stick to those requirements, otherwise you risk training him to simply wine, plead or bark louder and for a longer time the next time he wants it.
About the Author:
I am Rolando Prince and I love tennis, watching movies, and writing blogs and articles during my free time. I write different topics like travel, dog training, camping, and etc.
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