Consistency in Dog Training

Consistency is very important during dog obedience behavior training especially when correcting unwanted behaviors. Always use the same "command" for a specific task you require of your dog. Don’t confuse him by using different command for the same task.

Once you’ve establish some house rules such as - keeping the cooking area out of bound to your dog, enforce them constantly. If the dog learns that he can get away with it now and then, your previous efforts will go down the drain. Lastly, make sure everyone in the family accept and enforce your rules consistently.

How to Stop your Dog from Pulling on the Leash

Here is the elusive answer to the ever present question of HOW DO I TEACH MY DOG NOT TO PULL?

Don't walk forward if there is tension on the leash.
When the dog is about to apply ANY tension to the leash at all .... Immediately stop. Be a tree.

When the dog turns to see what happened to you, praise for his attention .... and encourage the dog back into heel position next to you - if necessary, take a few steps backward.

As long as the dog is in the magic spot next to your leg, continue praising, give food rewards, make it the best possible place in the world to be. If he loses concentration and is about to put any tension on the leash at all, stop without warning and repeat the above sequence.

Five Dog Training Tips

1. Begin training your dog as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the more ingrained your dog's bad habits become.

2. Pay attention to when your dog has to use the restroom. They usually have to go within minutes of eating, waking and playing. Take them outside at those times and reward them with treats when they use the restroom outdoors.

3. If you are crate training, do not leave your pet in a crate for more than four hours. A puppy can not hold it that long and you do not want them to get used to going in the crate.

4. Socialize your new puppy as much as possible. Introduce them to other dogs and people so that they will not become aggressive.

5. Never train your dog when you are upset. If you dog is afraid of you, they will not learn. Never use their name in anger. The last thing you want is for them to associate their name with something bad.

HOW TO STOP YOUR DOG FROM CHEWING THE WRONG THINGS!

Most puppies have a strong, natural desire to investigate. But this curiosity can lead to problems when your puppy digs up your roses or destroys your new shoes. Many owners rely solely on punishment to correct problem behavior, but you'll find that reinforcing good behavior works better and keeps your dog happier.

Chew Toys
Begin with a variety of toys and determine which types your pup prefers.

Rotate different toys to keep them novel and interesting. Reward your dog when it chews its toys.

Never give items to the puppy to chew that are similar to household items you don't want destroyed. (e.g., your puppy may not distinguish between old shoes and new shoes.)
Destructive behavior is often a direct response to anxiety. Lessen the problem by teaching the dog that it cannot receive attention on demand. Train it to rest in its own bed or crate, rather than constantly lying near you. Exercise your dog before you leave home, and try to sneak out when it is occupied. Practice short departures, then gradually increase the length of time your dog is alone.

10 Dog Training Tips

1. It is easier to prevent problems than to rectify them. It is never to soon to start even from a puppy stage.

2. Set the rules and stick to them.

3. Ensure that everyone in the family uses the same commands. Sit, down off (as in off the furniture)

4. Do you really want doggy hair and pawprints on the furniture, beds, duvets, etc? No? Make a no furniture rule and stick to it.

5. Reward good behavior with lots of praise and treats, do training sessions before feeding, this is when your dog is eager to please.

6. Always use a lead, until your dog can be reliably expected to come to you, and use walks as an opportunity to practice commands.

7. Never run after your dog when its time to catch him ( he'll interpret this as a game), get him to come to you. Often it is better for you to walk in the opposite direction.

8. If you save the 'come' command for the end of the walk, your dog will associate this with the end of the fun; use it regularly, rewarding obedience with praise.

9. Never tell him off or coming to you, however long it takes.

10. Dogs do get bored. If you are out a lot during the day, he may chew and cause damage, keep him in a confined area with "occupational therapy" in the form of a special toy.