TIP! Use control to acknowledge positive behavior while training. Once your dog follows your command, reward his behavior.

Lots of great reasons exist for getting yourself a dog. Sometimes you need a companion, while other times, you want to teach your children responsibility. No matter what, a dog that is obedient is all the more enjoyable. This can only be accomplished through training. Keep reading to get the training done well.

TIP! Include plenty of physical activity in your dog’s training routine. Dogs can become bored very easily.

Your dog will get used to its crate if it can feel at home in it. At meal times always put their bowl of food inside the crate leaving the door open the whole time while they are eating. This way that start to like their crate even more.

Chew Toys

TIP! Continue training your dog so he doesn’t forget how to learn. Do not assume that your dog will remember his training all his life.

Always give your puppy plenty of toys to chew on to help with teething pain. Otherwise, you might find your shoes becoming chew toys. Immediately replace it with one of his designated chew toys. Puppies sometimes chew objects while going through their teething phase. A wet cloth that has been frozen is perfect for them during this time.

TIP! As the dog gets better at training, you can let it have more freedom. By having obedience along with freedom, your dog will have a happy life.

As you train your dog to use the bathroom, keep in mind what whatever they eat will also come out. To help regulate your dog’s bowel movements, feed him 2-3 times per day. Doing so allows you to gain a clearer picture of when your puppy might need to relieve himself outdoors.

TIP! You should always say commands in the same tone and volume. This will let him know you are serious and he needs to listen.

Your dog needs to be up to date on his training. This will help to make them more obedient. Often dog owners will stop enforcing the rules that their dog learned in their training courses. Dogs are much like humans, in the sense that they share the same habitual learning system. This is why on-going training is important.

Shock Collars

TIP! While training your dog, make sure both of you are having fun. Playful interaction strengthens the bond between you, and will have your dog striving even harder to please you during training.

Do not use shock collars and similar training devices. Most of the time these don’t function as they should and can cost quite a bit of money. In addition, shock collars and related devices can actually irritate your dog and eradicate current good behaviors. These tools often do more harm than good.

TIP! Start by teaching your puppy his name. Use his name as often as possible, and help him learn to come when you call him by it.

As your dog becomes better when it comes to puppy training, you can start giving it more freedom. You will find your dog to be more obedient and your dog will be happier. Just be cautious not to give too much freedom at once, as this may have a counter effect on your puppy training.

TIP! Your tone of voice is very important when you discipline your dog. Dogs pick up on subtle changes in their owner’s voices.

As you train dogs, it is necessary to utilize a consistent tone and volume when giving commands. Your voice tone lets your dog know that you are serious and that you expect their obedience. It also helps the dog to understand the difference between a sharp tone for discipline and a sharp but non-punishing command.

TIP! One of the most important things in training is teaching your dog to come back to you. Regardless of what is happening, your dog must learn to come back to you when he is called.

When your dog does something unacceptable, make sure that it becomes known. It’s uncomfortable, but not painful. They will quickly learn to avoid doing it in order to avoid the sensation.

TIP! Stop your puppy from chewing on something inappropriate immediately if you catch him in the act. Redirecting your puppy towards a chew toy teaches him what is appropriate to chew on.

Your dog’s training should never end. Your dog isn’t completely trained once he stops being a puppy. By reinforcing their behavior, you can ensure you dog will continue to obey. Also, by disciplining negative behaviors you can ensure your dog will be well behaved.

TIP! Try using special or unique treats during training to make your dog more interested. These treats must differ from ordinary treats, because you want the dog to look forward to getting a special reward when it obeys your command.

Acclimate your dog to the source that triggers his barking fits. The source could be some certain noise or close encounters with another animal. Your dog will know the difference and will understand that there’s no reason to bark when presented these situations.

TIP! You will want to make certain you have your dog fixed at six months of age. This should coincide with the beginning of obedience classes.

Be consistent when training your dog. When everyone is participating in the training progress, you should be sure that each member of the family is applying the same rules and commands. The dog is sure to have a simpler time learning, as long as he is asked to obey just one group of commands and is given consistent responses.

TIP! If you want your dog to get in a sitting position, have them stand while you hold a treat above their head. Make a path with the treat over his head towards his hind end.

When implementing discipline with your dog, monitor your tone of voice. Dogs can easily sense how their owners or trainers feel. Talking sternly is a good tone when you are teaching discipline.

TIP! Reward your dog with high-quality treats when you are training him. Even if it is something they are not normally allowed, such as cheese or hotdogs.

Spray your dog with water to discourage bad behavior at home. You dog needs to learn what behaviors are acceptable as well as those that are not. If this method is successful, you will get these negative behaviors under control and be able to enjoy your dog.

TIP! Your dog needs to have regular vet check-ups. Rule out physical problems if your dog is exhibiting odd behaviors or is regressing in training.

Each and every thing you and your dog do together is forming his behavior and personality. For this reason, you may be causing unwanted behaviors by playing rough with your dog or teasing. Focus more on encouraging desirable and appropriate behaviors at all times.

TIP! Always give your dog the tools for success. If you are training it to stop chewing things it shouldn’t be chewing on, give it things that it can chew on.

Your dog needs to eat a healthy diet. If your dog is not eating the right kind of diet, they might become inattentive, hyperactive or even sick. Your dog will have better and more consistent energy if you are feeding him a species-appropriate diet. Talk to your vet to learn the nutritional needs of your dog.

TIP! You do not want to use wee-wee pads when potty training your dog. Urine and feces contain enzymes that linger in the area.

Start your training sessions with a treat for each successful command. After they learn it, reduce giving them treats to 75% and continue reducing it to getting one just every once in a while.

TIP! A great dog training tip is call your dog by its name when you are trying to get its attention. If your dog isn’t paying attention, you won’t be able to exercise any sort of control.

Scold your puppy for chewing your belongings right away. By doing this your puppy will learn which items he can and cannot chew then, when he is unsupervised, he will be less likely to chew your belongings.

TIP! Never use a tight leash to walk your dog if you seek to train him for good behavior. When your dog is on a tight leash, he’ll pull constantly.

By this time, you should be ready and excited about moving forward with training. Hopefully now the idea of training your dog seems a lot more doable. A well-behaved dog is a happy dog. It’s a rewarding experience, but it’s also one that requires patience. You won’t regret the time you invested training your dog when you experience the joy of owning a well-trained pet. Teach your dog obedience by using the those tips most suited to your own individual circumstances.