Sunday, March 2, 2014

Tips For Selecting Dog Obedience Training Videos

By Garrett McMahan


Chances are you love your dog just the way he is, but you probably would enjoy him more if he were perfectly behaved. Obedience training is a great way to keep a dog safe and also eliminate problematic behavior such as the nuisance of an animal that barks a great deal or chews on furniture. Dog training can solve these problems, provided you select a top-notch obedience training system. There are many options out there, so you need to be sure you choose a program that truly works.

You need to find a program that will address a wide variety of issues, but steer away from programs that promise instant success or state that with one magic command, your dog will be completely trained. Training for anything requires patience, and it doesn't happen overnight, so you have be willing to spend several weeks reinforcing the techniques in the program and be willing to use the commands your dog learns forever. If a program sounds too good to be true, it probably won't work or simply won't help you correct a variety of issues.

One thing you often see in training videos is someone providing a treat for a dog that has completed a task successfully. Certainly a dog will be enthusiastic about earning a treat, but sometimes we don't have treats at the ready but still need the dog to obey a command. It's a good idea to opt for a treat-free training program instead and look for one that simply teaches a variety of commands. Your dog really just wants to please you and receive your praise, treats aren't a necessary part of training, and most dogs don't need the extra calories anyway.

It is wise to avoid programs that also focus on teaching cute little tricks to your dog. Sure, tricks are fun to watch, but these aren't really the important skills your dog needs to know. Your dog needs to obey commands such as sitting and staying because these could potentially save his life. Also, if your dog is constantly jumping on people, barks incessantly or chews up your possessions, you are probably feeling some frustration with your dog. Proper training can stop these behaviors and that's worth more than teaching a dog to roll over or to fetch a stick.

If you are searching for a program that teaches the essential components of dog training, consider a DVD program such as The Dog's Way. A DVD course is an excellent option because you don't have to worry about attending a class or scheduling time for a trainer to come to you. You can train during whatever times work for you. This program also teaches a huge variety of skills. You can teach your dog to walk comfortably on a leash, as well as come to you when called. Dogs will learn to sit, stay and go down as well. This program also addresses common problems such as barking, running away and jumping on people. Imagine how much more fun you will have with your dog if he or she is trained properly.

There are millions of dogs in shelters across the United States, and sadly many of them are in these shelters because the pet is disobedient. With proper training, the vast majority of these animals would be ideal companions. It takes only a few weeks of patient training to transform most dogs into highly obedient animals and friends that you will enjoy for many years to come. Using a program such as The Dog's Way can help you make the most of this special relationship.




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