Training you dog : Part 1

Training you dog

It is very satisfying to have a well-behaved dog. Training your pet requires patience and understanding, but when your dog learns a new command it can be very rewarding for both of you. It is important to have complete control of your dog when it is out in public places.

The basic commands
Try to teach your dog the basic commands. These are “come”,”sit”,”walk to heel” and ”stay” . Always praise your dog when it obeys your commands. Try to keep some dog treats in your pocket as a reward on these occasions.

Starting to train your puppy
After three or four months your puppy should understand most of the basic commands and will enjoy responding to them. Older dogs that are untrained may take much longer. Your puppy will learn more readily while it is enjoying itself. Training sessions should be short and enjoyable.

Rewarding good behavior
Try not to become angry or disappointed with your puppy if it fails to respond to your commands. It will take many attempts to learn a new instruction successfully. Always reward your puppy with praise when it behaves well.