Being a new dog owner? Training Guide

Congratulations on being a new dog owner. So, what are you going to do next? Training your dog is beneficial to both you and your pet. The following tips will tell you the inside scoop on how to get your pup trained properly.

Get your dog ready for veterinary exams at a young age. Give your pet lots of attention and positive reinforcement during this time. Try and teach him to be tolerant of having his teeth and paws examined. You might want to ask your buddies to assist you in the process.



 Everyone in the family should follow the same rules when addressing your dog. For example, if your dog were to jump on the table and you say "off!" but another family member says "get down!", these conflicting commands will just confuse the dog. Having everyone on the same page when it comes to command usage will make training much easier, more successful and be far more pleasant for your dog.

 Always give your puppy plenty of toys to chew on to help with teething pain. Otherwise, you might find your shoes becoming chew toys. Take it away, and give him a chew toy. If painful teething is the problem, let the puppy chew on a wet washcloth that has been frozen.

 Try to challenge your pet on a regular basis. Test what he knows by giving commands, even if you are sure that he has the skill mastered.

 If specific things trigger bad behavior in your pup, distract him while you are passing the temptation. If your dog is not friendly with other dogs, distract him when other dogs pass by. Doing so helps to build up a strong relationship between the two of you.

 Don't spend too long on a single dog training session. Your dog will get bored and antsy if you spend too much time on one thing. Only spend 10 minutes during the first couple of sessions.

 It is best to pick a phrase for potty training your dog, and use it consistently. For example, you could use the phrase, "go potty" when you take them outside to help them remember what to do when you go outside and say the command.

 Having more than one dog to train at a time will be a challenge. If your dogs having a hard time paying attention when they are together, train them away from each other.

 You should never tether two dogs in close proximity to one another. The restraints for each dog can become tangled and in an effort to free themselves, they can be injured. If one dog is larger than the other, it could accidentally tangle the cord around the smaller dog's neck, causing it to become unable to breath, and possibly die.

 Use the dog's name as much as you can to make sure it pays attention. Make sure to use the dog's name constantly when you first have him, so he can make the connection with his name and paying attention. Put some thought into your dogs name, and choose one that isn't too long and that isn't too similar to other common words.

 There are many different approaches that can be used to crate train a new puppy. If they don't want to go in the crate, try luring them in with a treat or chew bone. Your dog will get excited at the prospect of the treat and soon be eager to enter the crate. If they do go into the crate, offer up praise and a treat.

 It may look like a harness is more comfortable for a dog, but it can actually prove to give you less control than even cinching type collars would. If you plan on using a harness outside of training, put both that and a collar on your dog during the training process. This will teach him to respond to commands even after the cinching collar is removed.

 Dogs will focus on something and ignore all else unless something breaks that attention. Dogs learn by repetition so with continued training, your dog will immediately focus on what you are saying.

 When training your dog, make it fun for the both of you. The dog will respond more positively to training if you create a better bond between you and them. Training can be a good and fun time with your dog, but you should also set aside time that is just for play.

 When training your dog, do not include any punishments. If your dog does not follow the correct behavior, instead of punishing him, gently teach him what to do instead. Build a positive relationship with your dog during the training process.

 Do not try to train your dog if you do not feel you can be patient. Dogs learn more when talked to in a firm, yet calm voice.

 The easiest way to keep your dog or new puppy from chewing up everything in the house while you are out is to keep him outdoors while you are gone. If this is not an option for you, the simplest way keep him from chewing is to close the doors to rooms that have appealing items and put other tempting items out of his reach.

 Sometimes professional help is required, so do not be afraid to call them. If training is not going well, you may need a pro. A professional dog trainer will give you the tools to correct your training program and help you achieve success.

 Give your dog new challenges often. Make sure you quiz him on the stuff he knows, so he stays on his toes.

 When you get your puppy, be sure to create a bond to him by helping him learn his name. Repeat his name regularly, so he will learn to come to you when he hears it. These should be the primary words your dog needs to learn. Spending a lot of time interacting and playing with your puppy is the best way to establish a bond of love and trust. This will make him easier to train later.

 Dog training is mostly about being consistent with your pooch and setting the rules of your relationship. Once those are set, you'll find you both enjoy your time together even more! It is important that you are always reinforcing what you have taught your dog. Make sure he stays on top of what he has learned, and correct any bad behavior. Once your dog learns the basic training skills, the sky is the limit.