Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Use These Tips For Your Dog Training Needs

By Fred Mcbonald


It is okay to be stuck on ideas on how to train your dog. It doesn't happen overnight and there are plenty of bumps on the road. Overcome your fears and anxieties by educating yourself on how to be successful in training your dog. The article below will provide you with a few ideas that are sure to lead you to an obedient canine.

If your dog just can't stay away from your garden, try a harmless repellent that you can sprinkle around your plants. You can find them at many local retailers and nurseries. If you can't find these products, try moth balls or alum powder which have also been shown to be effective at keeping dogs away.

Do not train your dog through fear of physical punishment. Teaching your dog to respect your commands and dominance will create a healthy and stable pet. Dogs learn to respect the pack leader in the wild by being dominated, not attacked. Physical punishment can lead to an irrational and often violent pet.

Your breeder should begin socialization with your puppy, but it is up to you to continue it. It is important for a puppy to get used to people and the environment around him, but he will need to be protected from becoming too overwhelmed or scared. Your job is to encourage your puppy's confidence as he goes out into the world.

A dog owner who attempts to train his or her pet while angry will never be successful. Dogs are extremely sensitive creatures, and they can sense their owners' displeasure. Anger and dissatisfaction with a dog's performance can poison an entire training program. A dog trainer who becomes angry with their pet's performance should take a break and calm down before continuing their training program.

Keep your mind open and be willing to take advice. The change you strive to achieve in your dog requires time. Don't let unsuccessful attempts dampen your outlook on training. Instead, try some of the tips from this article next time you make an attempt to train your canine friend.




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