Dog Obedience (and Other Tips and
Tricks)
Along with the joy of getting a new dog come a lot of
responsibilities, one of the most important aspects is dog
obedience. Of course you must feed your new pet, take care
of its health, groom him, and give it lots of love and attention.
Many animal lovers do not think any further than that, but
discipline is also a very important part of owning dogs.
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Behavior Problems
Proper discipline
can help prevent dog behavior problems later in your pets’ life.
House breaking is the most common form of training, but a caring
owner will often go a lot further than the basics. Your pet's obedience will lead to a stronger bond
between you, as well as meaning less frustration and annoyance.
Your pets start learning and shaping behaviors early in life, so
that is the best time to start with dog training basics.
Dog Obedience Training
There are many aspects to dog obedience training, and not everyone
looks to get the same experience out of it. Some people will be
content with house breaking, leash training, and basic dog
obedience to simple command. Many dog owners do not realize that
they can change or prevent problem behaviors such as barking,
whining, digging, growling, chewing, and aggression. Yet all these
behaviors can be addressed with proper teaching. Decide what
tutelage is most important for you and your pet, and make sure you
are willing to invest the time and energy into a program that will
yield the desired results.
Puppy Training
You can never start too early with puppy training. Many people hold
the mistaken belief that puppies under six months are too young to
train, but this is simply not so. You can start shaping their
behavior the moment you acquire them if it is done in the proper
manner. If you do some research, it is easy to find plenty of dog
training books, websites about pet training, and obedience training
tutorials. Some people may even consider hiring a professional
instructor. Ask your veterinarian or friends if they know of any
reputable trainers in the area, and shop around for the person who
is right for you.
Professional Trainers
If you decide to use a professional trainer, be sure you keep the
breed of your dog in mind when shopping around. Some breeds may be
harder to train than others, so some trainers may prefer not to
work with them. Alternatively, some trainers may specialize in
certain breeds, so they will have more success with your pet than
another trainer may have. Even if you are teaching your pet
yourself, there are books and information geared toward certain
breeds. Do not get discouraged if you are told your breed is hard
to train, just look for proven methods to use. The hardest work
always yields the greatest rewards. All trainers should be able to
teach dog obedience as well.
Owning a pet is a big responsibility, but the right attitude can
make it fun and rewarding, especially if you can master dog
obedience. Do not think of your canine companion as an object for
your amusement, but as a living creature that can become a
treasured friend. Dogs are motivated by their owner's pleasure, so
if you work together, the dog training process will be an important
step in your relationship. You will learn to trust one another,
which will allow you to enjoy the pleasure of each other's company.
Teach your dog what you want and expect from him, and he will give
you that and more in return.
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