Sometimes it may feel as though you brought home Cujo instead of Lassie! There is hope! You can train aggressive or naughty behaviors out of your dog.
There are many ways to make crate training more comfortable and successful for your new puppy or dog. If they shy away from the crate, try placing a chew bone and shutting its gate when they are not inside. The dog will smell the bone and want to go racing into the crate to eat it. After he goes in the crate, reward him with praise and a treat.
A dog needs a healthy diet as much as a dog owner does. It is entirely up to you to provide a good diet for your pet. Poor nutrition adversely affects your dog's health and can cause uncharacteristic behavior. Training may very well go easier when dogs are given the proper nutrients in a healthful diet.
It is best to train your dog in a crate that is the right size. You should keep in mind that your dog will get bigger. Choose a large enough crate to offer extra space beyond your dog's dimensions. The dog must have enough room to lie down and turn around without getting crowded.
Your dog must realize that you are the leader of the pack. The dog will have little respect for you and it won't obey if you do not show that you are the one in charge. Demonstrate your position of authority to your dog by leading the way whenever the two of you are walking.
Make sure to use the exact same tone with your dog every time you give him a command. This tone tells the dog that you mean business and that they need to obey. It also helps them understand the differences between a sharp punishing tone and a sharp non-punishing tone.
People are often amazed about how easy it can be to train your dog and how quick they see changes. Try out these tips if you are having problems with your dog.
There are many ways to make crate training more comfortable and successful for your new puppy or dog. If they shy away from the crate, try placing a chew bone and shutting its gate when they are not inside. The dog will smell the bone and want to go racing into the crate to eat it. After he goes in the crate, reward him with praise and a treat.
A dog needs a healthy diet as much as a dog owner does. It is entirely up to you to provide a good diet for your pet. Poor nutrition adversely affects your dog's health and can cause uncharacteristic behavior. Training may very well go easier when dogs are given the proper nutrients in a healthful diet.
It is best to train your dog in a crate that is the right size. You should keep in mind that your dog will get bigger. Choose a large enough crate to offer extra space beyond your dog's dimensions. The dog must have enough room to lie down and turn around without getting crowded.
Your dog must realize that you are the leader of the pack. The dog will have little respect for you and it won't obey if you do not show that you are the one in charge. Demonstrate your position of authority to your dog by leading the way whenever the two of you are walking.
Make sure to use the exact same tone with your dog every time you give him a command. This tone tells the dog that you mean business and that they need to obey. It also helps them understand the differences between a sharp punishing tone and a sharp non-punishing tone.
People are often amazed about how easy it can be to train your dog and how quick they see changes. Try out these tips if you are having problems with your dog.