The Basics Of Potty Training Your New Dog

by | Apr 14, 2023 | Dog Training

TIP! When you do give your dog correction verbally, make those corrections short, sharp and to the point. It’s not good to rant about how bad your dog is.

The day you bring a new puppy into your life is one that is filled with joy. However, without a plan in place, that joy will quickly morph into frustration. You’ll wonder how you got yourself in such a mess. Bring back that early enjoyment by teaching a dog how they need to behave. This article will give you some great training your dog tips.

TIP! Don’t allow your dog to jump on you when you get home. Your pet needs play time (and you might too), but your pet needs to be calm when you step into rooms most of the time.

To ensure success, you must ensure that the crate you are using is appropriate for the size and breed of your pet. Puppies grow up quickly. Choose a crate which will be the right size for the dog when he grows up. Your dog needs to have the room to get around the crate and not feel cramped.

TIP! It is best to train your dog in a crate that is the right size. Puppies will get bigger.

You need a commanding control if you are starting to train your dog. If the dog does not understand that you have control he will ignore your commands and act with outright disobedience. Don’t let your dog control the direction or pace of your walks.

TIP! It is not difficult to teach a dog how to roll over, and having some treats on hand makes it easier. Begin by getting the dog to lay down.

When giving commands to your body, your tone and volume level should remain the same. Your dog will learn to recognize your tone and know they should obey. You should also work on developing different tones to use in different situations. For example, you can have a sharp one for disciplinary purposes, and a firm, but not-as-sharp one for simple commands.

TIP! Use short training sessions. Dogs have a short attention span, and keeping the training sessions short and sweet prevents them from becoming a boring chore your dog dreads.

Be prepared to reward the dog as soon as it completes a positive behavior. You want your dog to recognize that when you give it a command and it does the task, it is doing what you want it to do. Your dog will become able to realize the difference between what you consider as good and bad behavior.

TIP! To reduce your dog’s barking, try to understand what is causing it. Maybe it’s a specific sound, or perhaps it’s being near other people or certain animals.

Your dog does not need to respond to you saying “no”. When training your dog, you need to find positive ways to enforce your training. It takes more than a single syllable to elicit the desired response from your dog. All dogs differ and their training ought to be customized.

TIP! To put a halt on barking, teach your pup to obey a basic command. When he barks, show him his favorite treat, and repeat the command.

The first thing you should do when training a puppy is teach him to understand his name. Repeat the name as much as possible, and reward your puppy when he responds. These should be the primary words your dog needs to learn. Be around your puppy a lot, so he knows to trust you. This way, you will find future training to be infinitely easier.

TIP! Your training will mold and shape your dog, so take the responsibility seriously. For this reason, you may be causing unwanted behaviors by playing rough with your dog or teasing.

Training is a lifetime endeavor. Your dog isn’t completely trained once he stops being a puppy. If you reinforce desired behaviors, you will ensure your dog’s continued obedience, and by continuing to discipline your dog, you will prevent negative behaviors from appearing.

TIP! Don’t reward or ignore bad behavior because you want to put a stop to it. This will only teach the dog that it can do what it wants and has power over you.

Silence your dog’s excessive barking by teaching them a silencing command. Each time your dog barks, wave a treat in front of him and voice your command. Then, you reward them with a treat. If you do this long enough, it will surely be able to associate having treats to it being quiet.

TIP! Teach your dog to learn ‘down’. This is one of the basics, and is good for emergencies.

Dogs are just like people; they love hearing the sound of their own names and the use of the name will call them to attention. Use it often in the early days of training, so your pup learns that he should pay attention to you when you call his name. Choose a puppy name that sounds differently than other words your puppy may hear throughout the day.

TIP! Pay attention to what makes your dog bark. When you know what causes it, you’ll be able to train him in those situations.

Use a steady and commanding tone when speaking to your dog. Dogs tend to be well in tune with how their trainers are feeling. A firm but stern tone should be enough to reinforce discipline.

TIP! Keep your dog invested in its training by improving the treats as you go. Do not use the treats that you would give your dog day to day.

An effective training tool is to use different tones of voice for various commands or purposes. A command should have a different tone than praise so that your dog can better understand how his behavior causes your reaction. Use a sharp and firm tone for commands and a loud tone to correct his behaviors, saving the natural tone for praises.

TIP! Be sure to take your dog to the vet annually for vaccinations and a physical exam. If your efforts to train your dog continue to fail with no clear reason for doing so, it may be time to have his health checked out by a vet.

A good training trick is to know the grooming needs that your dog needs. Some breeds of dogs need little or no grooming, whereas other breeds need meticulous grooming weekly. Grooming helps your dog stay clean and happy, reducing the chances of getting a disease.

TIP! If you will be introducing a new animal, do it slowly. Think about how your current pet will react to a companion.

Do not give up when you are trying to train your dog. If you want your dog to behave as trained, it is vital to keep practicing what has already been learned. You always need to keep training your dog, just like you need to continue feeding it and providing it shelter.

TIP! Pay attention to boredom barking. It is your fault if your dog barks from boredom.

Although it can be very difficult at times, patience should always be used with your dog. Your dog cannot speak or understand English, and does not have the cognizance of a human. They can understand your tone and physical gestures, however they cannot understand why you are upset. Try to stay calm and use breaks if you feel overcome with frustration.

TIP! Don’t shout at dogs that bark. Yelling to correct barking may be positive reinforcement for many dogs because they fail to realize you aren’t reacting to their barking.

Be sure to avoid giving dogs improper signals when they behave poorly. If you show amusement to your pet when he is doing something that he should not do, he will probably repeat that behavior again. As a result, your training can be severely hampered, which can become extremely frustrating. No matter how your pet is when he does something bad, you need to correct him right away.

TIP! Your dog’s brain must get exercise too. For dogs that don’t chew excessively, canine puzzle toys can appeal to your dog’s senses and stimulate his problem-solving skills.

In most cases, dogs bite out of fear. This occurs whenever dogs feel trapped, threatened, and frightened. Dogs cannot be trained through force. This may have serious negative consequences, such as your dog biting you. A puppy is expecting you to be the leader of his pack and is anxious to please you.

TIP! Learn to incorporate positive reinforcement when training, in place of treat based rewards. Dogs are eager to please and respond well to positive reinforcement tactics.

Puppy training is built upon love, patience, and treats. The tips we have provided will get you and your pup started on the road to a wonderful, loving relationship for many years. It will take some time, but having consistent training will make a happier home environment for you both.