Many people think only professionals can train puppies well.
They just don't know the right methods. To train your puppy successfully, you
need to understand the basic principles of puppy training. This article will
provide you with great training ideas and strategies.
If agility is an important quality in your next pet, you
should learn which breeds are most naturally suited to it. Almost all puppies
are capable of participating. The most competitive puppies include border
collies and sheep puppies.
Train a puppy to accept a leash by playing with the puppy
while it wears its collar. It is important for the puppy to get used to the
collar so it can be identified.
Do not allow your pet to drag you. You are the one in charge.
Use a secure collar with a short leash when beginning obedience training. Teachyour puppy to heel when walking, and always pass through gates and doors ahead
of him. Do not forget that you are the top puppy!
Show your leader status while doing fetch training by having
the puppy return the ball. If your puppy drops the ball nearby and you walk to
pick the ball up, your puppy assumes he is the leader. You must teach your puppy
to always bring the ball directly to you each and every time.
Make sure that you expand your puppy’s knowledge as much as
you can. Puppy puzzle toys can stimulate its brain. Find one which fits his
size and ability level to ensure he enjoys it.
Puppies are no different from people in that they often have
unique learning styles. For instance, a loving and calm puppy will probably
succeed with positive reinforcement, while a puppy that is more aggressive may
require negative reinforcement to honor your position of alpha. If you do not
experience success, you might need to change tactics.
Is your puppy getting its ideal diet? Some bad behavior
could be attributed to an imbalanced diet. Change your puppy's food if you need
to. Talk to your vet about your puppy's diet and ask for recommendations if you
are not sure what kind of puppy food you should buy.
Use the bell ringing technique to teach your puppy how to
let you know when he has to go to the bathroom. Ring the bells when it’s time
for your puppy to go to the bathroom. When done consistently, your puppy will
learn to associate bell ringing with relieving himself and will alert you about
his need using the bell.
Make sure your puppy's training is consistent. If there is
more than one person training your puppy, you need to make sure all the members
of your household are using the same rewards and commands. It will be easier
for the puppy if he or she learns only one particular command set and becomes
accustomed to the response the behavior receives.
When trying to train your puppy, avoid accidentally
reinforcing negative behaviors. This means you must not reward your puppy with
attention or treats for doing something you don't want it to do. For instance,
if your puppy does not sit when commanded, do not rub his head affectionately
unless he actually sits.
When training your puppy, it helps to understand the unique
hygiene and grooming requirements of his breed. Attention to your puppies
grooming needs, whether it's a weekly thing, as some breeds require or less
frequently, gives you time to build a good relationship with your puppy. A
happy puppy is a clean puppy, so to train him, he must be groomed.
While teaching an old puppy a new trick is certainly
possible, you'll want to be wary of any medical and health issues that your puppy
may have. For example, you don't want to have a puppy with arthritis to crawl
for long distances. Training may actually improve a puppy's mind functions, and
that can be great for old puppies. Do make sure that your puppy is not in pain
when engaging in exercise and training sessions.
Make sure your puppy gets checked out regularly. Rule out
physical problems if your puppy is exhibiting odd behaviors or is regressing in
training. Puppies hide discomfort and pain for a long time. Many times the only
sign that a health problem exists are behavioral changes. For instance,
aggression can signal pain, and a sudden house training regression may indicate
an infection in the urinary tract.
Every puppy is receptive to different training techniques.
If you see that something is not working with your puppy, try another method of
reinforcement. Use treats if your puppy enjoys getting them after doing
something positive.
This knowledge should provide you with the confidence to
train any puppy. Keep learning all you can to ensure your puppy gets the
training he needs to be successful.
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