Jul
29
Getting A Dog Is Just The First Step – Next Comes The Training
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Parents are often pestered by their kids who want them to get a dog. A lot of kids parents can only think of all the trouble a dog could cause them. The result is often that the kids win the argument but it takes a little while.
Now you have agreed to get a dog you have to choose the sort of dog you want. Dog rescue pounds often have several lovable dogs of all types and they want to find a home for them.
Often you will get your new puppy home and it will straight away make a mess. Suddenly you begin to understand you must start dog house training. Most dogs avoid messing near their beds because they are clean animals so show the right area for their potty to them.
A new puppy in a new home is sure to be feeling nervous and won’t know what it is supposed to do to be good. Treat it gently at first but keep a close eye on it and when it looks uncomfortable take it to the potty area immediately. Reward your dog when he does his potty properly and give him a lot of affectionate stroking.
Dogs will usually learn pretty quick but a young dog needs a lot of reminding what to do, at first. It can be difficult but accept that your puppy will have little accidents and don’t get angry or annoyed.
If your puppy needs to get to the potty area he should be able to easily reach it to be successful. If your puppy does things right tell him what a good dog he is and show him lots of affection to reward him. He will soon learn that he is popular when he goes in the right place and there will be fewer and fewer mistakes.
Once your dog is house trained you can move on to other training. Your kids will have a great time teaching your new puppy how to sit. Kids and dogs can both be very patient and will practice for hours.
You can move on to further advanced training with your dog once it understands commands like sit and stay. Teach your dog how to behave on a leash and make it understand it must walk to heel at all times.
Your dog must not run off to look at new things so it is important you teach it to stay with you.Your dog will love all the new smells and things to examine but you must teach it to wait for your command before it runs off.
Strangers in the street may not like your dog jumping up at them so make sure it behaves well. You may love the way your dog licks your face but not everyone will appreciate it.
Becoming a dog owner has rewards but also responsibilities and you take on the duty of care when you get a dog. You must prevent it being a nuisance to other people and make sure it is obedient to you. Trained dogs behave well around other animals and people will see your dog is a credit to you.
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