Frederick Jace
You love your dog, but sometimes they can be a bit…well…difficult. Maybe they jump up on the counters and steal food, or they have accidents in the house. Maybe they destroy the furniture or bark at all hours of the night.
While dogs are always adorable and wonderful animals regardless of their behavior, you do want them to behave well. Luckily, there are some easy ways to train your dog so that he knows what’s expected of him. So keep reading and learn how to get your dog to listen and behave effectively.
Socialize Your Dog Early and Often
When it comes to training your dog, the way you socialize him/her is just as important as how much you train him. Dogs that are well-adjusted and friendly tend to be happier in general, so we recommend taking time to socialize your pup early and often.
The first step of the process is to make sure you’re doing everything right when introducing your dog to new people and pets. Make sure he knows to sit before allowing anyone else into your house, and only introduce one person at a time if he’s not already used to being around strangers. In addition, don’t forget about other animals. If there are any cats or dogs on your street or in nearby parks or neighborhoods, take advantage of these opportunities for socialization.
During this phase of his life (which will last from six months until two years), start taking him out on walks regularly. We recommend no less than four times per week so that he/she can meet new people who pass by on their walks with their pups.
Reward Good Behavior
Rewarding good behavior is a great way to train your dog. When you see them doing something good, you must give them a treat or toy to reinforce the good behavior and make sure they know what they’re doing is desired. The best thing about this method of training is that it encourages your dog to keep performing at their best so that they keep getting rewarded for their efforts.
You have plenty of options when deciding what treats and toys you want to use. There are tons of different options available on PetCareRx and other online retailers if you aren’t sure where to start looking around just yet. Just remember, any treats should be small enough so that they can easily be consumed by your pet without choking hazards being present while they’re eating their reward.
Be Consistent
Consistency is key for effective dog training. The trick is to be consistent with everything, from how you train your dog, to how you reward it, and even how you punish it. When using positive reinforcement only, consistency is not as important as when using punishment or negative reinforcement because the former requires consistency for it to work. You can’t just give a couple of treats or praise your dog and then go back to doing things that make him unhappy.
When training a puppy specifically, there must be an emphasis on consistency if he’s going to learn quickly and effectively. This is where having an organized plan comes into play, if every time he/she does something bad (like peeing on the floor), he gets punished by getting yelled at by his owner. And then suddenly one day doesn’t get yelled at despite doing the same thing, and he/she will become confused while trying to understand which behavior was wrong and which behavior wasn’t wrong after all.
Be Patient
Patience is a virtue, especially when i comes to training your dog. Dog owners must be patient with their dogs, as they are still learning and developing at this young age. Not only that, but dogs also have an instinct to explore the world around them, which can sometimes land you in trouble if you don’t let them do so on their own time.
Don’t stress if your dog doesn’t learn something right away. Take steps one-by-one until they get used to everything new in their lives, such as a new baby or even just another person entering the house for the first time. It may take several weeks or months before your furry friend fully understands every aspect of his surroundings and even then he/she might not get it all at once. However, by the end of your training adventures, you will discover how rewarding it is. You may be so skilled at it that you consider purchasing a dog franchise specializing in dog training.
Build a Bond With Your Pet
Building a bond with your pet is one of the most important things you can do to train them effectively. Dogs and other animals are pack animals, meaning they look to their owner as their leader. If you want your dog to be well-trained and obedient, he must respect you as his leader. The best way to achieve this is by building a strong bond with him through positive reinforcement and affectionate interaction.
One way to build this kind of relationship is by using positive reinforcement techniques when teaching new behaviors or commands. Positive reinforcement means rewarding good behavior rather than punishing bad behavior, which is something dogs respond to very well.
Talk to a Professional Trainer
Finding a good trainer is like finding the right doctor or dentist. It’s important to find someone right for you and your dog. The best way to do this is by talking with other people who have been happy with their trainers, asking questions, and doing research online or in local resources. You might want to interview several trainers before deciding who will work best for you but once that decision has been made it’s important to stick with it.
You’ll want to make sure that any trainer you consult brings an open mind and positive attitude into every session. If they don’t seem receptive to your ideas or critical feedback then they might not be the right match for your needs. If possible, try scheduling some free sessions first so that both parties can get acquainted before committing fully. This way there won’t be any surprises later on down the road.
Bottomline
No matter how old your dog is, it’s never too late to start training. Just remember to be patient and reward good behavior. You’ll find that dogs are smart animals who want to please their owners. So if you do your part and stay calm during training sessions, you will surely end up with a well-trained dog who listens to commands and won’t destroy all of your furniture.
