If you have never trained a dog before and are just getting to know your dog, expect some frustration. However, by learning from the following information, you can teach your dog to be well behaved and obedient.
TIP! Crates need to be treated as the dog's second home. You should place the food bowl inside the crate and leave the door of the crate open while they eat their food.
Put yourself in the dog's situation. Frustration can be easily acquired if the dog fails to learn simple things in a rapid manner. Don't give up! Think how they think instead. Your dog might not be making the connection between the order and the behavior you expect from them because you have not repeated the exercise enough times.
Reward your dog's good behavior. When your dog obeys your command, try to keep them calm as you give them their reward. This will help to excite your dog and leave you in complete control. Stay calm and the dog will stay calm, and you'll be able to reward it.
Ensure your dogs are active and getting a lot of exercises. Dogs can get bored easily. If you do not have the full attention of your dog, they will be difficult to train. If your dog is fit and content, he will be much more likely to heed your instructions. Make long walks or daily runs a part of your routine that you and your dog can look forward to.
TIP! Dogs have great focus and can focus on one thing, ignoring everything else, until something breaks their attention. When a command is reinforced properly and often enough, your dog will begin to shift his focus from the distractions around to you in order to wait for your signal.
Do not tie up several dogs in close proximity to each other. Doing so could cause injuries to the dogs if they become entangled in the chains and attempt to free themselves. A larger dog could cause a tangle so bad that the smaller dog could be choked by the leash.
It takes many repetitions before a dog learns a new command. It may take 25-50 tries before your dog understands a command consistently and thoroughly. Keep trying, your dog will pick it up.
TIP! Monitor your own behavior to ensure you aren't reinforcing your dog's negative behaviors by mistake. Don't give praise or treats to your dog if it does something wrong.
Limit the duration of training sessions. If you try to focus for a long period of time on one command, your dog will show signs of boredom and begin to get antsy. Limit the amount of time you train at first to less than 10 minutes.
TIP! Have a treat prepared for rewarding your dog when they follow a command properly. Giving a treat is how you show your dog that you appreciate the behavior.
Dogs need an hour or more of exercise each day, aside from their potty breaks. Your training will be easier and more effective if your dog gets good daily exercise. Your dog will be happier and better behaved if he gets enough exercise.
Avoid letting your dog have accidents when potty training. You need to know what they act like if they have to use the bathroom. He could be snuffing, pacing or even whining. Don't delay if you see your dog needs to go out. Put your dog on a leash and take him where he should go. Give him praise for doing the right thing. He will soon learn how to ask for the bathroom.
There is no denying that dogs possess certain innate urges and behaviors, and therefore it is necessary that they be allowed to exhibit them on occasion. Dogs require a nutritious diet, space to run in and activities and toys to keep them busy.
Use the tips you just read and your dog will soon become a lot easier to manage and become easier to live with. Use the advice you learned now and get started on a better relationship with your dog.