Turn Him Into Your Best Friend

Turn Him Into Your Best Friend

Lack of training can result in an animal that is poorly behaved and even dangerous. Dogs of every age, from the youngest puppy to the oldest pooch, can display classic signs of misbehavior such as hyperactivity, aggression, and unwanted chewing and biting. These dog training techniques are designed to help you work with your dog and achieve positive changes.

Any dog you adopt should go through at least a basic obedience class with a professional. The skills you can learn from a professional course will more than outweigh the cost of the course. Also, a course gives you and your dog a chance to socialize with other dogs and their owners.

One tip to keep in mind when training your dog is that there is a difference between discipline and anger. This is important because your dog only understands right or wrong commands. Your anger will only scare and confuse the dog if it isn't directly related to a behavior you wish to modify.

Allowing your dog to socialize is a crucial part of training. Some negative pet behaviors come about when dogs have not been introduced to new people (including children), other animals, or a variety of settings. Helping your dog become comfortable with new experiences lessens the chance that your dog will fear or act aggressively in a new situation.

Walking your dog means leading your dog. Your role in this situation is to lead the pack, therefore your pet should be expected to walk a half step behind. You will instill confidence in your pet when they know you are leading the pack and making the decisions. They will be less likely to attempt running or being distracted while you walk.

It is important to make your dog training sessions fun and positive. Dogs love to play, so if you mix up the training with toys and fun chases they will be much more enthusiastic about your training efforts. A fun training session will be remembered much more quickly by your pet.

Gradually allow your dog more freedom. A new dog has to earn his freedom around the house. Otherwise, expect housetraining problems and chewing that causes damage, especially with puppies. Close off doors, or use gates to section off rooms or parts of the house. Over time, as they are house broken and learn to listen to commands, allow them more freedom.

Many puppies like to use their mouths to play because that is how they played with their litter mates. This should be discouraged as soon as possible after your puppy comes home. It may be cute when a seven pound puppy pulls on your arm or shirt sleeve, but I assure you, it isn't as cute when a fifty pound dog does it.

In order to properly train your dog it is a good habit to always use your pet's name to get his attention. This will reinforce your control over your pet and it will be beneficial in the long run. This can be done when calling your pet for food or even when playing simple games.

Does your dog jump up on you? Simply turn your back to your dog for a few seconds when she jumps up. Most dogs will quickly learn that jumping up makes you ignore them, but when they have all four feet on the floor, then you pay attention to them.

Rather than waiting another minute for your dog to soil the carpet, chew up your furniture and shoes or make a fool of itself at the local dog park, get started with a training program by using any of these simple, effective and proven tips and tricks, for teaching your dog.