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Dog Training

Dog training is an essential component of raising a puppy and should begin immediately with basics such as no biting and house training. As your puppy grows older, you’ll be surprised at how quickly they catch on and how eager to please they are with consistent and effective training. All puppies will test the bounds of what they can get away with and try to establish a pecking order with themselves in the lead! With consistent training and firm but gentle direction you and your dog may enjoy a life time of obedience. Having a well trained dog is essential for not only the dog’s safety but the safety of the community in which the dog lives.

There are different options on how to approach the training of your dog. There are obedience schools which train your dog for you, obedience classes in which you and your dog both learn how to interact and classes offered through local pet stores or charitable organizations and of course, you can train your dog at home yourself. Factors to consider when deciding on which venue is best for you and your dog are cost, your dog’s personality type and most probable chance at success.

If choosing to train your dog by yourself, first, do your research! Local bookstores and pet stores are sure to offer a host of resources available to novice dog trainers. Also, consider the breed of dog and personality type before deciding which correction tactics work best for your dog. Harsh punishment is generally not desirable or necessary and can be substituted with a myriad of correction options detailed in books and media.

Once you’ve studied and gained some know how; a few training supplies are necessary to help achieve success. For instance, training collar and leads can be found at any pet store and vary by dog size and intended uses. A crate may be a possibility in the training regime of your dog as well as some training pads for around the house in the vent of an accident in the early stages of learning.

Dog training can be done with a few supplies, some know how and a lot of patience. Don’t get frustrated; it will take some time, but the payoff of a well behaved dog for years to come will be well worth the time and effort.


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