A Trained Dog Equals A Happy Owner

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A Trained Dog Equals A Happy Owner
Are you tired of always having to lock up your dog when guests come over? Do you have issues leaving your dog alone, even for a quick run to the grocery store? Well, there are things that you can do to help get the obedient dog that you have always wanted to have. The following tips will help you in the process of training your dog.

When giving commands to your dog, never come down to their level. Maintaining eye contact and a fully erect, dominant stance imparts control to the dog. Your dog will be receptive to commands given from this posture much easier than a crouching owner who is seen as an equal or playmate.

When training your dog, it is imperative that you remain patient at all times. Moving too quickly or losing your temper can confuse your dog and cause him to mistrust you. Without proper trust, your dog will never fully submit to your training and your relationship with your dog will surely suffer.

Make sure to get everyone involved in training. If you are the only member of the family working with Fido's behavior, then the other members of the family are giving him mixed signals. Consistency is extremely important in dog training. Also make sure that everyone is using the same key words and rewards so that the behavior will be reinforced correctly. Off and down are two different things to a dog, so make sure you aren't confusing him.

As was stated in this article, it is possible to have a wonderful dog that you can be proud of. You just have to know the right techniques, in order to do that. Do not waste any more time and begin by putting these great tips to use. You will not recognize your dog when you are done.