A properly trained dog will make the ideal pet for you. If you train your dog the right way you will see that your whole family will love their new pet. Keep reading to build a better pet-owner relationship.
When you are working on crate training with your dog or puppy small steps is what works best for them to get used to it. Eventually they will become comfortable with the crate and you can then try to shut the door to the crate. When they allow the door to shut you can give them a treat through the wiring. Start off small, like 10 seconds at a time, and slowly move up the times. If your pet seems upset or agitated, you may need to slow down.
Try to think like a dog. Frustration is easy during training your dog. You should never give up on them, try looking at it from your dog's vantage point. Trying to see things the way that your dog does may be able to give you an idea of the right kind of training for your dog.
Keep your dog well exercised and active. Dogs can get bored quite easily. Bored dogs are difficult to train. When your dog gets regular exercise, he will be much happier and will pay attention more easily. Be sure to go for jogs or walks with your dog regularly.
Dogs have the uncanny ability to have single-minded focus when something catches their attention. With enough repetition, your dog will focus on other things less and less, opting to wait for signals from you.
It may take several times for your dog to learn new commands. It is not uncommon for it to take between 25 to 50 repetitions of the same command for your dog to learn it. Just remember to keep trying and be patient. Eventually, your dog will learn.
Crate training requires crates of the correct size. Puppies will grow up quite quickly. Choose a crate that is a good enough size for an adult for when your puppy grows. The ideal size would be one that doesn't make your dog crowded when turning around or laying down.
Teaching dogs to roll over can be easy, provided some treats are on hand. The first step is to get the dog to lay down. The next step is to hold a treat close to the floor by the dog's head then continue to move the treat over his head until you reach the other side. They'll follow your treat with their nose which will cause them to roll over. When he rolls over, you should say "roll over," and repeat the process until the command is all he needs to do so. Be patient while he masters this trick. He will be a star once he does!
Refrain from using higher end training gadgets, such as shock collar devices. They often don't function as well as advertised and are far more expensive than conventional training methods. Plus, using devices like shock collars can stifle your dog and discourage even good behavior. In general, using such techniques produces negative effects.
Call for your dog the same way every time. Begin each command by using his name. His name will catch his attention and then he'll know you're speaking to him. Dogs often respond to their name immediately and know you intend for them to pay attention.
Teach your dog no response is needed for the word 'no'. Use positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior. Just simply telling your dog 'no' doesn't help him or her in understanding how to properly react. Every situation and dog is different and their training should be tailored accordingly.
Keep your dog challenged regularly. Give him "quizzes" to make sure he still knows his stuff, even if you both know he does.
Because many people believe dog training is difficult, they are usually shocked at just how simple this can be. It doesn't have to be nearly as stressful or time-consuming. You can help your dog have greatly improved behavior by following these tips and being open to adjusting your behavior as necessary.