Many dogs end up in shelters because they don’t turn out the way their owners hoped they would, but this can often be avoided. A well trained dog can become a happy, healthy, and well adjusted member of the family. Turning your dog into such a dog does not have to be a difficult process, if you’re willing to invest the time and follow a few simple steps.
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For dogs that hate nail-trims, get them used to having their paws trimmed one step at a time. First, hang out with your dog when she’s calm and laying down. Touch her paws gently during petting, and treat and praise when she doesn’t react. Continue this process over weeks and step it up to gently picking up her paws. You’ll eventually introduce the nail trimmers without a trim, and then finally, trimming. It’s a long road, but it will save you money on nail trims in the future.
For urban dog owners, it is especially important that you acclimate your dog to loud noises. If your dog is not used to sudden noises or other spontaneous events, he will have a hard time dealing with the hustle, bustle and heavy construction of the big city. Do your dog a favor and spend the extra time desensitizing him.
Don’t expect too much of your dog, too soon. Puppies will be puppies. That is what makes them so cute. The key to training them to act appropriately, is consistency. Be consistent in immediately reinforcing good behavior and eventually, your dog will get the message. Just don’t expect them to become fully trained overnight.
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A great dog training tip is to make sure your dog gets a little bit of exercise every day. Exercise is not only good for your dog’s health, it also keeps them social with other people and other dogs. Taking your dog for a daily walk is key for socialization.
Teach your puppy to ring a bell with his paw or nose when he needs to go outside and go to the restroom. Show your dog how to ring the bell before you take it outside. Or have him ring the bell and give it a treat. If you do this every time, you dog will always be able to tell you when it needs to go outside.
As we have discussed in this article, owning a happy, healthy, and well adjusted dog is not an impossible dream. Training your pet, offering him plenty of love and attention, and being mindful of your dogs needs are key. Follow the steps listed above and your dog will become, and remain, an important part of your family.
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