How To Train A Dog
DOG the man's best friend. They are very useful. They can provide security and assistance. And most of all they can show you love and care. But in order for you to acquire these special things that these dogs can give, you need to train them first. Training you dog's behavior is a must, for this is for your benefit as well. The training should start as soon as the dog is in your care. By beginning your training early, you will start your dog off on the right foot to learning his rules and boundaries;he will know what the acceptable behavior is and what is not. The training must be reinforced and always remember that you are the master and not the dog. He should be the one following what you want and not the other way around. So, here are 10 how to's in training a dog.
Socialize Dogs, just like human, need to socialize. Once they learn how to handle being in a public environment and how to behave, he can then be introduced slowly to other dogs and allowed to make other friends by allowing them to smell and greet each other. Give them the time to play and interact with other dogs, and most importantly with you. You should know the attitude of your dog, just like knowing the attitude of your child. Basically, dogs are just like children who are still new in interacting with others. They may become shy and aloof at first. So you need to encourage them, bring them to place where he can meet new dogs and other people.
Sit When on training, bring with you some treats that your dog likes. On sitting, gently pat the dog's rear as you say sit. If he did, give him a treat. Then walk him a few feet and repeat the command while patting his rear. And give him some reward. Do this everyday until he learns to sit.
Stay - After the dog has learned how to sit, the next thing to teach is to make him stay. Using the lead, tell the dog to sit. After the dog sits, compliment him and reward with a small treat. While putting your hand the stop position, tell the dog to stay and gradually walk back a few feet away while holding the lead. Wait two minutes, then walk back to the dog and praise with a reward. Repeat this step gradually walking a full six feet and returning. After a week, drop the lead and command the dog to stay while you walk thirty feet away. Then practice walking out of sight.
Shake Hands- Once the dog has learned how to sit, you may now teach him to shake hands. Tell him to sit, and then grab his hand, say "Shake hands", and shake. Immediately after shaking, feed him some food treat. Everytime he does it, praise him and say words like "Well done." Keep repeating this process until he gets it.
Stop Chewing- Seeing your newly bought expensive pair of slippers marked with your dog's teeth is annoying. Not having your cellular phone charged because it's cut by your dog is disgusting. So for this not to happen anymore, the first thing to do is hide the temptation. Don't let these things be visible to your cute creature. Provide him with other chew toys. If you catch your dog chewing prohibited things, say a big "NO!" and discuss the issue immediately for him to have the clue that you are disciplining him.
Stop Excessive Barking - Barking is the signature sound of a dog. That is why it is called a dog because it barks. But excessive barking could become annoying not only to your household but also to neighbors. You need to figure out why the dog is barking. Clearly communicate with your dog of what is acceptable barking and what is not.
Stop Digging Holes There are dogs who just simply like to dig. Some dig for shelter, physical and mental stimulation; and some seek attention. To avoid the digging, give you dog a physical and mental exercise. Give him a proper shelter so that he won't dig anymore. If you still catch him doing it, reprimand him and spray hose on him. This may be a negative approach but this could force him to stop doing it.
Stop Eating Dog Poop- This behavior is common to puppies but could be carried on until they grow old. Eating other's poop is not only filthy but could also harm them. To stop this, feed them with well-balanced and nutritional food, more likely twice a day so that that they won't feel hungry quickly and won't have the urge to eat other's poop.
Stop Food Aggression Food is a temptation any man or animal could not live without. But if a dog snarls or growls at you when he wants that food is alarming. To avoid this, you should train and control him that he has his own feeding time and place. Preferably, it is better to feed him after you and your family had eaten. Do not let him eat with you. Do not let the dog win the food with his growling. He may become spoiled.
10. Stop From Jumping - An enthusiastic greeting from your dog can be flattering. But too much enthusiasm can scare some people especially to non-households.. Owners and visitors alike hate it when your dog unexpectedly jumps up on you, knocking you down, getting you dirty or spilling your packages. To stop the unwanted jump, initial training is to ignore them. Everytime they try to jump at you, turn back. Other method is to place your hand in stop signal against their nose and push them downwards. Or tell him to sit.
Whenever you are trying to change any behavior in your dog the golden rule is tobe consistent! Make it very clear to your dog what is, and is not acceptable behavior.
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How To Train A Dog
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