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Clicker Training - The Facts About This Amazing Dog Training Revolution!
I'm sure you'd like to have a really well-trained dog, and would like to know how to use clicker training to make that job easy for you. This article will help you with that!
Every dog-owner desires a well-behaved dog. Even if you've tried to train your dog in the past and maybe haven't been as successful as you'd like, don't worry, it's not your fault. With all the incorrect and incomplete information out there, it's understandable. It really IS possible to train your dog as well as you would like, and this video gives you a great way to start towards a well-behaved dog.
The clicker-training method is simple and effective, and has been a genuine revolution in dog training in recent times.
It was first used in training marine mammals (maybe because they naturally make clicking sounds!), and was so effective that it was rapidly taken up by dog trainers too.
One major advantage of clicker training is that that, compared to almost any other method, clicker training gives much quicker feedback on what the dog is doing. Imagine that your dog has just done something you wanted it to do, but is a few yards away from you. It takes some time to run over there and pat the dog, or even to give some verbal praise.
Using a clicker, the feedback to the dog is immediate which makes it far easier for the dog to rapidly learn exactly what you want it to do. That is, after all, how training works!
Additionally, the sound of the clicker sound doesn't change according to your mood. This is really important, as it makes training the dog very much quicker and easier, instead of confusing it by giving it the same command in many different tones of voice as your mood changes naturally.
How you implement clicker training is you first buy the clicker. Most pet stores will have them these days, or you could find a children's toy which produces suitable clicks.
Then with your dog, make a click and straight-away give him a treat and give him praise at the same time.
Repeat this often, so the dog associates the click with the reward. Once this association has developed, the click can be used on it's own, usually without the treat.
The click takes the meaning of "correct" for the dog, so every time you click, the dog knows it's done what you wanted, at exactly the time of the click. So that's how clicker training works.
This method can really help you train your dog more rapidly and effectively. Why not give it a try!
The Advantages Of Dog Articles
Becoming a dog owner can be a difficult task if you aren't equipped with the knowledge you need to be able to make good decisions and choices about the different of your dog's life. One way that you can learn important information about dogs is by reading dog articles. Dog articles have many benefits including giving you the opportunity to learn about dogs, and giving you the knowledge to be able to properly care for your dog.
Dog articles are very useful in that they provide you with information that you need to know about dogs. Many of the different topics include dog care, dog behavior, dog health, dog training, and many more. These topics are all very information and you can find many articles written about these topics and others. When you read articles that contain information about dogs, you are helping to make yourself more knowledgeable about dogs and more prepared to handle any situations that may arise in your dogs every day life.
Another benefit of being more knowledgeable about dogs is being able to properly care for your dogs in their daily lives. Dog articles written about just about every aspect of your dog's health will help you to be able to diagnose common issues that may occur so that you can determine the proper treatment, or at least know that you need further assistance from a veterinarian.
Dog articles are available just about anywhere online and can be accessed at any time so that you may learn about health issues or any problems that your pet may be experiencing. When you read dog articles, you provide yourself with the knowledge and understanding that it takes to be a good dog owner. Failing to learn about dogs will prevent you from being able to understand what goes on with regard to your dog's health, behavior, and more.
Reading dog articles has many benefits and helps you become more informed about everything you need to know about your dog. If you're thinking of becoming a dog owner, it would be in your best interest to find dog articles and learn some of the basics about how to become a successful dog owner.
How A Dog Ebook Can Help You Train Your Dog
There is no doubt that with the growth of the internet that people are living their day to day lives in ways that our grandmothers could never image. There is virtually nothing you cannot do online or get access to online twenty four hours a day, seven day a week! Why then, should it not be possible to download and read a dog ebook about how to train your dog? Dog ebooks are now very common place and are freely available via some very trustworthy sites, written by real experts in the field of dog training. This article will highlight the benefits of using a dog ebook to train your dog.
1. Dog Ebooks Often Work Out Cheaper
Dog ebooks, when you measure them against conventional dog training classes, often work out far cheaper. Taking your dog to traditional dog training classes means that you may never know how much it is going to cost you.
You may have been told a particular figure by the dog school, but you just never know how well your dog will take to the training and the training environment and so it is very feasible that you and your dog may have to repeat the training program in order to make progress.
Opting for a dog ebook that you can download online twenty four hours per day, seven days a week, every week of the year, means that the dog ebook is at your disposal after a one off fee.
2. Convenience
Having to take your dog to training classes, that may clash with work or some other part of your schedule, can be a bind. With a dog ebook you can train your dog as and when you choose and there is really no need for you to have to fit in with a structured class.
3. Take Your Time
When you purchase a dog ebook you have the choice of going through the training with your dog at your pace. You do not have to worry that your dog is not keeping up with the rest of the class. You also do not have to worry that you will put undue pressure on your dog to keep up with a class of other dogs.
Dogs are very sensible and very attuned to our moods. Imagine then a dog who knows you very well, picking up on your stress because you are not on track with the rest of the class? Pretty much, you will not make the progress you seek, because you will both be stressed. A dog ebook would take this pressure to perform in front of a class of other dogs and their owners, away for good.
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How to Handle Separation Anxiety in Your Dog
Separation anxiety is one of the most common problems that dogs develop. It’s an anxiety disorder, and is defined as a state of intense panic brought on by the dog’s isolation/separation from her owner(s). In other words: when you leave for work in the morning, your dog is plunged into a state of nervous anxiety which intensifies extremely quickly.
Dogs are social animals – they need plenty of company and social interaction to keep them happy and content. No dog likes to be left alone for long stretches of time, but some dogs do a lot worse than others: these are the ones most prone to separation anxiety.
There are a number of contributing causes to the condition: - Some breeds are genetically predisposed towards anxiety and insecurity, which is something you should consider when deciding which breed you’re going to go for (particularly if you’re going to be absent for long stretches of time). A few of these breeds include Weimaraners, Springer Spaniels, German Shepherds, and Airedales
- A significant proportion of dogs from shelters develop separation anxiety. Most of these ‘shelter dogs’ have undergone significant trauma in their lives – they’ve been abandoned by their previous owners – and thus they have little trust that their new-found owner (you) isn’t going to pull the same trick.
- Dogs that were separated from their mothers and siblings too early have been identified as being especially prone to separation anxiety. Puppies from pet-stores are a perfect example of this: they’re usually taken from their mothers well before the earliest possible age (which is 8 weeks), and confined to a small glass box in the petstore for anywhere between a few weeks to two months.
This early weaning, coupled with the lack of exercise and affection while in the petstore, is psychologically traumatic for the dog. - Neglect is the number-one cause of sepration anxiety for dogs. If you’re absent much more than you’re present in your dog’s life, separation anxiety is pretty much inevitable. Your dog needs your company, affection, and attention in order to be happy and content.
The symptoms of separation anxiety are pretty distinctive: your dog will usually learn to tell when you’re about to leave (she’ll hear keys jingling, will see you putting on your outdoor clothes, etc) and will become anxious. She may follow you from room to room, whining, trembling, and crying. Some dogs even become aggressive, in an attempt to stop their owners from leaving. When you’ve left, the anxious behavior will rapidly worsen and usually will peak within half an hour. She may bark incessantly, scratch and dig at windows and doors (an attempt to escape from confinement and reunite herself with you), chew inappropriate items, even urinate and defecate inside the house.
In extreme cases, she might self-mutilate by licking or chewing her skin until it’s raw, or pulling out fur; or will engage in obsessive-compulsive behaviors, like spinning and tail-chasing. Upon your return, she’ll be excessively excited, and will leap around you in a frenzy of delight for a protracted period of time (more than the 30 seconds to one minute of a happy, well-balanced dog.) This extended greeting is a source of some misunderstanding: without realizing that such a greeting actually signifies the presence of a psychological disorder, some owners actually encourage their dog to get more and more worked up upon their return (by fuelling the dog’s excitement, encouraging her to leap around, paying her protracted attention, and so on.)
If you’re behaving in this way with your dog, please stop. I know it’s tempting and very easy to do, and it seems harmless – after all, she’s so happy to see you, what harm can it do to return her attention and affection in equal measure? - but in actuality, you’re just validating her belief that your return is the high point of the day. So she’s as happy as Larry when you return – but, when it’s time for you to leave again, her now-exaggerated happiness at your presence is under threat, and she gets even more unhappy when you walk out that door. Fortunately, there are things you can do to minimize your dog’s tendency towards anxiety.
Here’s a short list of do’s and don’ts:
Do: - Exercise the heck out of her. Really wear her out: the longer you expect to be away, the more exercise she should get before you leave. For example, if you’re leaving for work in the morning, she’ll probably be by herself for at least four hours; and, if you’ve got a dog-walker to take her out mid-day instead of coming back yourself, she won’t see you – the person she really cares about - for at least nine hours. So she needs a good, vigorous walk (fifteen to twenty minutes is the absolute minimum here!) before you walk out that door. More is even better.
- Distract her from her boredom, loneliness, and anxiety by giving her an attractive alternative to pining, pacing, and whining. All dogs love to chew – why not play on this predisposition? Get a couple of marrowbones from the butcher, bake them in the oven for 20 minutes (so they go nice and hard and crunchy – and so she can’t smear marrow all over your furniture), slice them up into chunks of a few inches long, and give her one about 15 minutes before you leave. It’ll keep her happy and occupied, and will act as a smokescreen for your departure.
- When you leave, put the radio on to a soothing station: classical music is ideal, but any station featuring lots of talk shows is also ideal. Keep the volume quite low, and it’ll calm her down a bit and give her the feeling that she’s got company.
- If at all possible, supply her with a view: if she can see the world going by, that’s the next best thing to being out and about in it.
- Acclimatize her to your leaving. Taking things nice and slowly, practice getting ready to go: jingle your keys about, put on your coat, and open the door. Then – without leaving! – sit back down and don’t go anywhere. Do this until she’s not reacting any more. When there’s no reaction, give her a treat and lavish praise for being so brave. Next, practice actually walking out the door (and returning immediately), again doing this until there’s no reaction.
Gradually work up – gradually being the operative word here! – until you’re able to leave the house with no signs of stress from her.
Do not: - Act overtly sympathetic when she’s crying.
Although it sounds very cold-hearted, trying to soothe and comfort your dog by patting her and cooing over her is actually one of the worst things you can do: it’s essentially validating her concern. Make sure she can’t tell that you feel sorry for her: don’t ever say, “It’s OK, good girl” when she’s upset!
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Puppy Obedience: Teaching Your Puppy English the Easy Way
I'm sure most puppy owners dream of having their dog understand what the owner wants. Let me assure you that, with the right approach, this is very possible. Dogs certainly can be taught a range of commands in English.
If you've tried this before and not had too much success, don't be put off by this. It's not your fault :- there's a lot of misinformation around on dog training.
Training your puppy to be obedient is not difficult or complex. It's straight-forward and simply requires a little patience and a good understanding of how dog training works.
Puppies are eager and willing to do the right thing. They love getting positive feedback from you. They will do ANYthing to please you because of the loving rewards they get from being a Good Dog. They just cannot get enough of your praises and cuddles.
Your puppy does not know the English language at first, and the faster he learns it, the better for all, because the minute he knows what you want he will DO it.
Make it faster and easier for him to learn by keeping these tips in mind:
1. Be consistent in the words you choose to teach him commands. If you say, "want to go out?" in the morning, and "Need to go?" two hours later, and "Want a pee?" two hours later, etc., then that is 3 different phrases you have asked him to learn in one day instead of only one.
Decide which words to use, and make sure everyone in your family uses the same ones.
2. Use his name in the command if you want action, do NOT use it if you want him restricted from action. This is very important.
Hearing his own name makes a puppy leap into action by his very nature. When you want your puppy to come, say, "Puppy, Come!" [insert his name instead of the word Puppy, of course] When you want him to lie down, simply say, "Down".
3. Do not confuse your puppy with the same words for different commands. If you are teaching him basic obedience, the word "Down" means LIE down.
If you don't want him on the couch, do not say "Down", say, "Off." This word can be used to keep him from jumping up into your lap, onto the couch, chair or bed because it is the ACTION of jumping up you are trying to restrict. Saying "Down" when he jumps onto the couch will just make him lie down on the couch! See the difference?
4. Do not ever hit your puppy, you don't need to. The worst punishment he ever needs to learn a lesson is your sad frown and looking away from him.
One or two minutes is the limit though, do not overdo this, because his attention span is very short. After a minute of ignoring him, give a command he knows well and lots of praise, with a big smile.
These three tips, used with gentleness and consistency, will teach your puppy all the words he needs to know to be a happy and obedient companion in a matter of days.
Puppy Training - 3 Simple Insider Tips
Do you dream of having a well-trained puppy? Do you wish you could find out those "insider" tips that will help your puppy easily become a well-behaved dog?
Even if you've tried training your puppy already and haven't got the results you want, don't worry. These tips will really help you.
You CAN train your puppy easily given the information in this, and other articles. These 3 tips are simple, easy to use, and can really help you, so let's begin . . .
Tip #1. How many times have we heard, "My dog just won't listen to me", or "He just won't behave!" . Dogs do not understand English until we teach them.
The thing we all love about puppies the most is the way they focus all they have on us, the way we become so important to them. In the beginning, they study us to learn our body language, our facial expressions and tone of voice.
If we say, "Wanna go out?" one day, "Have to go potty?" the next day, and, "Hafta pee?" the third day, if they DO figure out what we want, it is because we have moved toward the door with certain body-language!
If you want to speed up his training three-fold, teach him YOUR language. Pick a command for EACH behavior and stick with it. Tell all in your family to use the same words and commands, and your puppy will amaze you at how much faster he learns.
Tip # 2. A young puppy's metabolism is racing along faster than we think. The younger your puppy is, the faster he is growing, the more food and water he needs to fuel his metabolism, and the more often he has to go potty. Do not punish your puppy when he makes a house-breaking mistake. These are YOUR fault.
Your puppy's age, breed and size determine how often he must go out. Once an hour is not too often for a large 6-week old puppy, especially if it is summertime. Dogs love the exciting smells outdoors, so there is no excuse to not have him housebroken by 7-8 weeks of age.
Right after a nap, after he eats and after grooming are the key times, and he will signal you. If he is happily chewing a toy and gets up suddenly with his nose to the floor, move quickly! Every time he goes potty outside, praise him SO much! "What a good BOYY!", "GOOD Dog" etc. Dogs love our happy faces and positive tone-of-voice, and they will do anything to get it.
Tip # 3. Dogs live for our facial expressions and body language. Because of this, the worst punishment you ever need to give your dog is a scowl and to turn away from him.
You can see his tail fall down and his face get so sad. He will learn the lesson, I guarantee it.
But his attention span is only 3-5 minutes, so do not scorn him any longer. Give him your happy face again.
Physical punishment is never necessary. Use consistent commands and loving praise and he will know what you want of him really easily.
He will become a master of your body language and facial expressions in no time at all.
These three important tips, used consistently with confidence, will start him well on his way.
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Five Well- Proven Dog Training Tips
Every dog owner wants their dog to do what they want. Let me assure you that a well-behaved dog is certainly something you can achieve, in simple, proven steps.
Even if you've tried already to train your dog, and not been as successful as you might wish, don't blame yourself. There's lots of misinformation on this subject, and incomplete ideas around.
Don't worry that it might be too complicated or challenging to train your dog. Once you understand the basics, it's simple and effective. You just need patience, dedication and some simple tactics and you will teach them successfully.
Here are five proven tips on how to train your dogs successfully:
1. To avoid your dog getting confused and so that they can learn to recognize commands easily only one person should be responsible for training the dog initially. If too many people are trying to train the dog at the same time this can stop progress in its tracks.
Also make 100% sure you are consistent with the words you use for each command, so it's easy for your dog to learn what you mean.
2. You should use positive reinforcements. If the dog does something good, you should reward this behavior so that he will know that what he did was right. Dogs love your attention, so giving it positive feedback, praise, and attention will powerfully reinforce its learning.
What you should understand is that they won't easily understand your commands in just one teaching, it takes repetition to train a dog successfully. Do not scold your dog as he might develop fear which will hinder his learning and willingness to be trained.
If you use treats in order to encourage your dogs, make sure to take them out of the dogs daily food allowance, to keep your dog healthy.
3. Teach commands one at a time. Stay on that one command until your dog shows you that he consistently understands and obeys it, before adding a new command for him to also learn.
4. In giving commands, you should keep your voice cheerful so that the dog will happily follow your commands. Don't shout or get angry, because he may become frightened and unwilling.
5. Train your dog in various different places. If you keep your dogs in a certain place like your home, he will not be able to adjust to the environment and new people. Take him to the park or through the neighborhood. This will help your dog associate with other dogs and people.
Training your dog can sometime be tough, but it will be worth it. Both you and the dog will be much better off when your dog understands what you want him to do.
Crate Training Puppies The Simple Way
Crate training is a great way to house-train a puppy. For anyone dreaming of having a well-behaved dog, it's also a great basis for other training and behavior. It is a simple and effective training method that anyone can use, and really good for both you and the dog.
Even if you've tried crate training your dog before, and not had great success, don't worry, that's not your fault, as you might have got incomplete or incorrect information for some reason. It's a nice straight-forward approach, once you understand how and why it works.
One good reason for crate training is that dogs love predictability. To know what is going to happen in any given situation makes him happy and relaxed, and to want to learn how to do what you want.
A strong crate is the very basis of good puppy training. A wire crate with a lock is the best kind. Make sure it is large enough for him to stand up and turn around. But not so large that he can roam and wander around.
A too-large crate will not work for house training. A crate that is just the right size will be perceived as his "nest", where puppies never "go potty". They will learn to hold it if you don't make a prison out of it. Never leave a puppy under 8 weeks longer than one hour in his crate. He will soil it, after struggling and suffering as long as he can.
Start with placing a tasty treat inside, and he will go in and get it. Do this several times without closing the door, let him come in and out freely for an hour or so. Praise him highly each time he goes in, make it all very pleasant.
Then when his attention is on his treat, close the door. Praise him quietly, "What a good boy, it's ok, such a good boy!" In 10 or 20 seconds, no longer, let him out without a word, no praise, just a pat.
Do this for increasingly longer intervals, but do not give him a chance to get upset. You can do this several times the first day. Make sure every training session ends on a happy note, this is crucial.
Once he sees the crate is his own private territory, he will go in there on his own, expecting treats and your attention. When he does, say, "Wanna crate?" with a happy face while getting his treats.
Start leaving the room while he is in there for 2 minutes and onward, gradually. When you return, don't make a fuss, just walk over and open the crate.
In 3 days he will be officially crate-trained, ready to be left alone for an hour, no longer at first. Leave him gradually longer, slowly and carefully.
You may be wondering why you want a crate for your puppy? The answer is because they love the feeling of being safe and secure in there. When placed in a crate, he feels safe because nothing can get to him, nothing can harm him. He will sleep and chew and wait for you to return.
When leaving him overnight at the vet, if your dog is not crate trained he will cry the entire time, feeling lost and abandoned. With crate training, he is sure you will return, you always do. Of course the vet's office is strange and will cause him some anxiety, but nothing like the pure terror he will feel without experience in being locked in.
NOTE: do not make a prison of his crate. Do not use it as punishment. Do not leave him there for more than 2 hours, just time for a long puppy nap and some chew time. After that he will cry. Do not remove him while he is crying. This will make him think he has to cry to get out. No matter what, make sure he is being good when you open the door. He will learn he has to be quiet to get out. Do not make a fuss when you are letting him out, just quietly open the door and take him out to potty.
When he potties, praise him a LOT! Dogs naturally do not go where they nest, but sometimes it happens. Do not scold, just clean it out with a bland face. He will learn the lesson. If possible, try to clean it while he is outside so he returns to a clean crate.
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Dog Obedience Training The Simple Way. Getting Your Dog's Attention First!
If you dream of having an obedient dog, please understand that that yes, this IS definitely possible. The first and most important step is here in this article.
Even if you've tried and failed with dog obedience in the past (this is not your fault, you just need the right information!), don't worry, if you begin with the steps we give you in this article, all other training will work far better for you and your dog.
If you are afraid that dog obedience is too difficult to understand, don't worry, the foundation to all dog obedience is covered here in detail, and it's really simple and straight-forward to put into practice. Lots of other dog owners have had great success with this and you definitely can too.
Have you ever found it difficult to get your dog to do as it is told?
The first step is to get the dog to pay attention to you.
How many times have you seen someone shout their dog's name with absolutely no response?
So, to use this simple obedience training method, start by saying your dog's name in a moderate voice without shouting, and if he looks at you say something like "Good!" and praise and reward him with a treat.
Repeat this a few times, but cutting out the treat on occasions. We don't want an overweight dog who only does things for food. Another tip on that point is to take your training treats out of your dog's daily food allowance.
When this exercise has been repeated successfully several times we can make it harder by getting the dog to pay attention for longer, maybe ten or fifteen seconds before praising and giving a reward.
If your dog approaches you in an effort to see where you are hiding any treats it's best just to ignore him.
When we've mastered this we can try it in different locations and with different family members calling his name and commanding attention. The key to doing that is to reward the dog immediately (with praise) as soon as it gives you attention when you say its name.
Calling your dog's name and getting a response quickly and every time is the first stage in getting your dog to do almost anything, as once you have his attention you can move onto the next step in your dog's training.
From feeding time to going out for walks use your dog's name on every occasion, but remember to be sparing with the treats, and eventually try to cut them down to a minimum as a special reward.
Use this great tip as the foundation for your dog's obedience training, and the rest of the training becomes far easier.
Dog Training And Why It's Important For Both You And Your Dog
Most dog owners would love to have a well-trained dog, yet many dogs are not trained very well! Firstly, you should understand that it IS very possible to train your dog, if you understand properly how to do so.
If you've already tried and not succeeded as well as you would like, don't worry, this is not your fault. When you get information that is correct enough and complete enough for you to really understand how dog training works, it will work easily and effectively.
If you might be worried that training your dog is too difficult or time-consuming, then please understand that, like many things in life, it's only difficult until you learn how to do it right. Once you have all the right information, and understand how dog training works, it is easy and effective to do in practice.
Dogs are naturally pack animals (since they were originally descended from wolves and wild dogs), and have an instinctive need to understand what the leader of the pack (that's hopefully you, the owner) wants it to do. This is one of the reasons why training your dog is good for both of you.
One the other side of the relationship, when your dog understands what you want, and obeys you when you wish, this makes you happier with your dog, and the dog loves your positive feedback, so again this is better for the both of you.
Another reason is that both you and the dog are happier if you can be sure your dog will behave as you require in social situations. This makes you proud of the dog, the dog proud to get your admiration, and once again, you both win.
Controlling Dog Behavior: How To Help Your Dog Sleep Well At Night
Every dog owner dreams of a well-behaved dog. Many dogs can at first have the problem of not sleeping through the night. Don't worry, these hyperactive behaviors really CAN be changed.
Even if you've tried to change this already, without success, don't be put off by this. You CAN succeed with this now you've found the correct information on this behavior.
Don't think that's it's going to be too difficult or complicated to control. It's simple really. Lots of other dog owners have succeeded by understanding the information we present here, and you can too.
Barking, whining, destroying furniture, etc.. Your hyperactive dog's lack of sleep may be the causing you restless nights.
Though most dogs sleep from 10 to 14 hours a day, but some tend to be off schedule with your sleep time due to lack of routine, hyperactivity or anxiety.
Make sure your dog gets well-balanced meals. The first step to healthy sleep is a healthy diet. Puppies do of course need more calories and nutrients than adult dogs. For this reason, you should choose foods specially formulated for puppies.
Adult dogs should be fed according to their size and energy needs.
Give your dog an good exercise routine. Help your pet get rid of excess energy. Walk your dog at least twice a day and make sure you set aside time to play every day. Just like with humans, exercise helps dogs stay healthy.
Set a bedtime. Put your dog to bed at a designated time every night. This will help him get into the habit of sleeping when you do.
Make sure you give your pet the opportunity to go to the bathroom right before bedtime.
Create a comfortable and safe sleeping area. Provide your dog with a blanket, towel or pillow to sleep on. Whether your pet sleeps indoors or outdoors, enclosed areas, such as dog crates or dog houses, give many pets a sense of security and a sleeping spot to call their own.
Dog Obedience In Simple Steps. "Sit!"
You really can train your dog well, and have an obedient dog, given the right understandings and methods.
Even if you've not had success with dog obedience training before, this is not your fault. With the correct information on how to do it, dog training is simple, straightforward, easy to learn and effective.
Teaching your pup to sit is his first lesson. There are several good reasons why you should start with this command.
1, sitting comes naturally to dogs since they often sit to rest.
2 teaching the pup to sit is relatively easy, a lesson that he will learn very quickly.
3, you will find the sit position an excellent starting point from which to teach the other commands. When the pup is sitting, he is quiet and under control.
4, Sit is a very useful command with your dog. For example getting him to sit at intersections when walking, can be really helpful.
Dog trainers used to advise training a dog to sit by pulling up on the leash and pushing his bottom down. This can work, sort-of, but is not the most effective method. Most professional dog trainers now recommend the following method which is better.
Use small treats. With the dog standing, take one treat, show it to him in front of his nose, then while his attention is on it, move the treat upwards and slightly backwards, and he will naturally sit down. As he sits, say "sit", praise him a lot and give him the treat.
He will soon associate the word "sit" with the action of sitting. This is more effective than trying to teach him by pushing his bottom down, because then he'll associate the action of you pushing his bottom down with sitting, which is far from ideal as you can imagine!
Repeat this process then gradually try using just the word "sit" without showing him the treat. Of course, praise him lots as soon as he sits when you say so.
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