Puppy training because puppy is just puppy! E-Book

Ron Friday

• Herausgeber: Pletl
• Kategorie: Lebensstil
• Sprache: Englisch
• Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2021

Seitenzahl: 34

Beschreibung

Yay... your family is growing! A puppy is coming into the house and you are already very excited. There is a lot to consider! In this guide, I will give you lots of tips as a hobby dog trainer, e.g. how to make your home puppy-friendly, feed him appropriately and train him to be a decent dog.

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Puppy training

Because puppy is just puppy!

Introduction

Welcome to the world of puppy training. It's an exciting time as you begin raising your puppy, teaching him basic commands like "sit" and "down" and socialising him with people and other dogs. Your days will be very productive now. Not only are you building the relationship with your new best friend, but you are also laying the foundation for a well-behaved dog that is welcome in any home.

Being a puppy can be quite stressful for your new furry friend. They have to figure out what is expected of them, how to communicate with you and other people, and much more. All while still trying to find their place in the world. It's up to you to show your puppy that if he does what you ask at the right time, his life will be full of rewards. This may sound like common sense - it is - but there are many simple steps that even experienced dog owners often overlook when training their pet.

The more consistent (and patient) you are, the faster your dog will learn these valuable lessons about behaviour and manners. Don't be discouraged because barking, digging and mishaps are normal in puppyhood.

Dog training basicsThe easiest way to start training your dog is to reward good behaviour with a treat or toy and ignore bad behaviour. You can also praise him verbally at first, such as "good boy". If he does something wrong, don't say anything and just change direction so he makes a better choice.Training should always be fun for your puppy, so try to keep interactions short and positive. Training sessions should last no longer than 15 minutes.Puppies learn best when they follow a routine. Therefore, it is important that you set up a daily training schedule that works for you and your dog. You should start with basic commands such as sit, stay and come. Then gradually add more complicated commands such as "sit", "down" and "heel" as your puppy masters these simple behaviours. Once he has mastered the basic commands, you can teach him tricks like giving paws or shaking hands. You can even teach him to ring a bell when he wants to go outside.

What not to doThere are certain mistakes that people often make when training their dog. First of all, you should not use harsh words or punish your puppy for a mishap. If you do, he will not understand why he was punished and may become anxious around you.You should also avoid teasing or bullying your puppy. It is okay to play with him, but taunting him will only lead to more bad behaviour. A common mistake is to reward good behaviour at the wrong time - for example, when your dog has already barked twice in a row without stopping. This teaches him that if he does it long enough, he will get what he wants.

Establish positive habitsIt can be fun to teach your puppy new tricks, but it's even more rewarding to teach him good behaviours that he will keep throughout his life. For example, teaching your dog where he sleeps best will save you the trouble of scolding him when he sleeps on the furniture.This is also a good time to start house training, as he will naturally go to his bed to relax. When you first bring your puppy home, it is important that he can see the crate so that he gets used to it being part of the home. Then gradually move the crate out of sight until it has found its permanent place.Tossing the rubbish or chewing on shoes are often random behaviours that puppies adopt when their owner is not around. Limit these opportunities by putting away "dangerous" items and always supervising your puppy when she is in a room without you.

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