Few of the things you do for your dog are more important than training him. In the years to come, your dog will know its place in the family and will love it, so it pays off in the end. You can learn more about how important training your dog is.
A dog needs a healthy diet as much as a dog owner does. There are many reasons why bad diets are bad news for your pet. Poor nutrition adversely affects your dog’s health and can cause uncharacteristic behavior. A proper diet can affect how well they react to training.
Do not reinforce any negative behaviors accidentally. In other words, you must avoid showering your pet with treats or rewards in response to performing some unwanted behavior. For instance, don’t pat your dog on the head if it’s jumping up on you.
Get your dog into a feeding routine. Training your dog to expect that when fed, once or twice a day, you will be removing the food bowl in 10-15 minutes, will lay down a feeding schedule that your dog will adhere to. This will ensure he eats it all quickly instead of doddling or grazing all day.
Training a dog to roll over is a pretty simple task, just make sure to have a few treats handy! Start by getting 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. As the dog uses his nose to track the morsel, he will simultaneously roll his entire body over. Each time he sways to one side, tell him to “roll over”. Keep doing this until the treat is no longer needed. Be persistent and do not give up; it might take a while but will be worth it once they learn it.
Patience is key in dog training. This will make it less likely that you or your dog will become frustrated or upset with the process of training. Keep in mind that your dog aims to please you, however, it does not understand your language, so it takes time for it to learn what you expect.
In conclusion, it’s a wise investment to train the dog. A dog who behaves badly can cause stress to your family, destroy your house and cause no one to want him around. Take the tips in this piece to heart, and you will be equipped to do the right thing and teach your dog how to be a valued member of the family.
