A lot of people want to train their dogs but they think it’s too difficult. Doubts about the process can discourage people from even trying. How much you know will affect how well you train your dog. There are some training tips in this article that might be useful to you.
When training a puppy to use a crate it is important to take your time and start with only a few steps at a time. Once they have grown accustomed to being in the crate with the gate open, try closing the gate and feeding them small treats through the crate. At first, leave the dog enclosed in the crate for only short periods of time, such as 10 seconds, and then gradually increase the duration. If they get upset, it’s too fast.
You need to establish regular feeding routines for your dog. If your dog has a schedule for his feeding, he will learn when to expect his meals. Soon, your pet will finish the meal before you’re ready to remove its dish.
Stay in control as you reward your dog’s good behavior. Reward them only when your dog is calm after it performs a trick. Though you may be happy with the accomplishment, excitement on your part leads to excitement on their part and diminishes control of the situation. Stay calm and expect the same from your puppy.
Ensure that your dog eats well. Feeding your dog bad food is very bad for several different reasons. Without proper nutrition, your dog can suffer both physically and behaviorally. Feeding your dog quality food can greatly affect what you accomplish during training sessions.
Be patient when teaching your dog, it will take some time. It is not uncommon for it to take between 25 to 50 repetitions of the same command for your dog to learn it. Keep teaching it and be patient. The dog will learn in time.
If you want to be a good trainer, then you have to be firm and consistent. But do not yell at your dog constantly: try finding the right balance between being strict when your dog misbehaves and being a loving master the rest of the time. This will help develop a strong bond during your training session.
Train your dog to stop barking with a treat. Choose words to use, such as “quiet”, and when they bark, use the word or words and give them a treat when they stop. Then, allow them to have the treat. By repeating this, the dog learns that silence brings treats.
Your dog training needs to be consistent. When others are involved in the training, everyone should be on the same page and use the same commands. It will be easier for a pet to learn a single set of commands.
Use different tones when training your dog. Praise, corrections, and commands need their own tones to help the dog differentiate between effects and causes with both of your behaviors. The best advice is to use a firm voice for commands, a louder voice when correcting your dog and a higher voice when praising your dog.
Hopefully with this knowledge, you will be more confident in training your dog. Keep reading about dog training, and apply the tips you’ve learned here. You’ll have a well-behaved dog in no time at all.